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The Brushback

The Brushback

By: NEWSTALK Sauga 960 AM
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They say every pitch in baseball counts. The brushback pitch is like no other…it has purpose, it’s aggressive and it makes a point that not easily forgotten.The Brushback with Gregg Zaun and Mike Karafilidis is where unfiltered truth meets hardball reality. Fresh off an 8 year stint in the penalty box and no longer shackled by corporate media, Zauny delivers a raw, unbridled baseball analysis, fearless takes and a relentless passion for both America and now Canada’s summer pastime. After 16 years in the Major Leagues, Zauny knows what’s between the lines and what’s said in the dugouts. No topic is off-limits—nothing will go unsaid. Every base is covered, from the biggest headlines to the smallest details. The Brushback with Gregg Zaun and co-host Mike Karafilidis is baseball analysis delivered high and tight.Copyright NEWSTALK Sauga 960 AM Politics & Government
Episodes
  • The Brushback - Episode 10 - Dylan Cease, Bo Bichette’s Return & The Manalyst’s Latest Rant

    The Brushback - Episode 10 - Dylan Cease, Bo Bichette’s Return & The Manalyst’s Latest Rant
    Jul 9 2026
    On The Brushback with Gregg Zaun, Gregg Zaun and Mikey Karafilidis break down the biggest stories from around Major League Baseball with analysis, opinions, and the unfiltered perspective fans have come to expect from “The Manalyst.”This episode features the latest Toronto Blue Jays discussion, including the buzz surrounding pitcher Dylan Cease and the team’s decision to designate Simeon Woods Richardson for assignment. Gregg and Mikey examine what these moves could mean for Toronto’s roster and future plans.The conversation then turns to MLB action as Bo Bichette returns to Toronto for the first time as a member of the New York Mets. The guys discuss what kind of reception the former Blue Jays star could receive from fans and what his return means in the bigger baseball story.And of course, no episode is complete without “The Walk-Off Slam”—Gregg Zaun’s weekly rant where nothing is off limits and baseball’s biggest topics get the full Manalyst treatment.A must-listen episode for baseball fans looking for insider analysis, honest opinions, and the stories shaping the game.
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    51 mins
  • The Brushback - Episode 9 - Bieber Watch, Power Rankings & The Manalyst

    The Brushback - Episode 9 - Bieber Watch, Power Rankings & The Manalyst
    Jun 25 2026
    On The Brushback with Gregg Zaun, former MLB catcher and analyst Gregg Zaun joins Mikey for a fast-paced breakdown of everything happening across Major League Baseball.A major focus of the episode is the latest buzz around the Toronto Blue Jays, including discussions about whether pitcher Shane Bieber could be returning to the Blue Jays rotation and what that potential move would mean for the team’s pitching depth and playoff outlook.Gregg and Mikey also dive into the latest MLB power rankings, analyzing which teams are rising, which are slipping, and what trends are shaping the league as the season unfolds.In the Q&A segment, fans are invited to send their baseball questions to info@sauga960am.ca for a chance to have “The Manalyst” answer them live on air, offering insight, opinion, and behind-the-scenes perspective.The episode wraps with the popular “Walk-Off Slam,” where Gregg shares what has him fired up this week in the world of baseball.A high-energy episode packed with analysis, opinions, and insider baseball talk from one of the game’s most recognizable voices.
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    52 mins
  • The Brushback - Episode 8 - Blue Jays Bullpen, Jamie Campbell & MLB Power Rankings

    The Brushback - Episode 8 - Blue Jays Bullpen, Jamie Campbell & MLB Power Rankings
    Jun 18 2026
    On this episode of The Brushback with Gregg Zaun, former MLB catcher Gregg Zaun is joined by The Manalyst and Mike Karafilidis for a deep dive into the latest developments surrounding the Toronto Blue Jays. The panel discusses whether the Blue Jays' bullpen can withstand the demands of a long season, the return of Alejandro Kirk, the DFA of Tyler Heineman, and the club's latest injury concerns. The show also features an exclusive interview with Jamie Campbell, host of Blue Jays Central, who joins Zaun for an in-depth conversation about the Blue Jays, Major League Baseball, and the stories shaping the season. In addition, the crew breaks down the latest MLB Power Rankings, highlights the hottest teams in baseball, examines who's trending up and down across the league, and answers listener questions in the popular mailbag segment. The episode wraps up with Gregg Zaun's always-entertaining "Walk-Off Slam," delivering his unfiltered take on the biggest storylines in the game. ⚾🔥
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    51 mins
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