CEO Mark Shapiro, Max Scherzer and Shane Bieber @Blue Jays camp

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Toronto President/CEO Mark Shapiro explains how front offices have evolved over the years and what he’s focusing on to make Toronto the best place to play.

(11:18) Max Scherzer makes the case for the World Baseball Classic starting later and why it means so much to the players. He also reflects on what led him to re-sign with the team and whether it was Toronto or bust.

(22:30) Shane Bieber reflects on his player option decision, his recovery from Tommy John surgery, and building relationships with his catchers.

Hosts: AJ Pierzynski, Erik Kratz, Scott Braun

For all-access and unfiltered Blue Jays content, check out Blue Bird Territory, part of the FT Network

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Toronto President/CEO Mark Shapiro explains how front offices have evolved over the years and what he’s focusing on to make Toronto the best place to play.

(11:18) Max Scherzer makes the case for the World Baseball Classic starting later and why it means so much to the players. He also reflects on what led him to re-sign with the team and whether it was Toronto or bust.

(22:30) Shane Bieber reflects on his player option decision, his recovery from Tommy John surgery, and building relationships with his catchers.

Hosts: AJ Pierzynski, Erik Kratz, Scott Braun

For all-access and unfiltered Blue Jays content, check out Blue Bird Territory, part of the FT Network

See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

2026-03-23 34 min Transcript
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