Eno and DVR discuss the massive deal for Vladimir Guerrero Jr. and the Blue Jays -- 14 years, $500 million -- as extension season rolls further into April. They also wonder if the Jays will be able to supplement the face of their franchise effectively and snap a postseason losing streak that stretches back to 2016.
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Rundown
4:47 Vladimir Guerrero Jr. Gets 14-Year, $500M Deal w/Blue Jays
10:31 What Else Will the Jays Do to Supplement the Roster Around Vlad?
17:56 Chase Dollander's Debut; Zac Veen Promoted by Rockies
26:52 Blake Snell to the IL with Shoulder Swelling
30:28 Ketel Marte to the IL; Tim Tawa Promoted over Jordan Lawlar
32:40 Other News & Notes: Nestor Cortes Jr., Sean Murphy & Iván Herrera
45:08 Handling Slow Starts in the NFBC (and Elsewhere)
51:05 Where the Money Went: Kyren Paris, Jake Mangum, 12-Team Starting Pitcher Targets & the Closer Carousel
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