PTI Blue Jays Advance to the World Series!
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Oct 21, 2025 Joining the discussion is Jeff Saturday, a former NFL center and ESPN analyst known for his insights on football strategy. They dive into the Blue Jays' thrilling Game 7 win, spotlighting George Springer's heroics. Saturday weighs in on the importance of a solid running game for teams like the Giants, emphasizing how it can ease quarterback pressure. The conversation also touches on player conduct and the significance of managing referee interactions, plus a debate around player safety after an incident involving Aaron Rodgers.
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Springer Was The Deciding Factor
- George Springer's three-run seventh-inning home run carried the Blue Jays into the World Series and exemplified their postseason power hitting.
- Michael Wilbon and Tony Kornheiser credit Springer as the decisive factor rather than a mysterious team-wide turnaround.
Series Tilted Toward Hitters
- Tony Kornheiser explained that this series favors hitters and Toronto's offense matched the profile to win.
- He highlighted Springer's resilience after taking a 96-mph fastball to the knee as part of his comeback narrative.
Use Closers Strategically
- Avoid deploying your closer for eight outs; save them for one- or two-inning saves when possible.
- Tony and Mike suggest conventional bullpen roles matter in high-leverage late innings.