# Another Messy Loss Sinks Jays in Opener vs. Royals

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Podcast: [Blue Jays Talk](https://stenobird.com/podcast/blue-jays-talk-419324)
Published: 2026-08-26T03:11:53+00:00
Episode link: https://www.sportsnet.ca/590/blue-jays-this-week/
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Jeff Blair and Kevin Barker break down the Blue Jays' 5-3 loss vs. the Royals to open the three-game series in Toronto. They take your calls and texts, and get to a few big mistakes that sunk the Jays, including Nathan Lukes running into the game's final out trying to stretch a single into a double - was he pressing in a big moment? They get into Vladimir Guerrero Jr.'s throwing error that led to a run scoring - why did Vladdy rush the play? Plus, they discuss the bats staying quiet against Seth Lugo, the lineup not initially including either George Springer or Alejandro Kirk, and Max Scherzer allowing two earned runs and walking five over five innings of work. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.

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