The Brushback

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.

The Brushback is a news podcast hosted by Unknown Host, with 18 episodes on record and a Required Pod Score of 80.

Unknown Host hosts The Brushback, a news show with 18 episodes published.

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  The Brushback - Episode 22 - What Went Wrong with the Blue Jays — and What Comes Next?

  Oct 1, 202654 min

  On the season finale of The Brushback, Gregg Zaun and Josh Towers look back at a lost season for the Toronto Blue Jays and break down where things went wrong.Gregg and Josh go player by player, examining the performances, problems and decisions that shaped the Blue Jays’ 2026 season. They also turn their attention to the future and discuss what Toronto needs to change to become a much more competitive team next season.Who should be part of the plan moving forward? Where does the roster need improvement? And what lessons should the organization take from a season that failed to meet expectations?It’s one final Blue Jays breakdown with Gregg Zaun and Josh Towers before The Brushback returns next spring.

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  The Brushback - Episode 21 - What Went Wrong with the Blue Jays in 2026?

  Sep 24, 202654 min

  This week on The Brushback, Gregg Zaun and Josh Towers take a hard look at the Toronto Blue Jays and the questions surrounding a disappointing 2026 season.From the lack of offence and Vladimir Guerrero Jr.’s performance to the way injuries were handled, Zaun and Towers break down the biggest Blue Jays head-scratchers and discuss what the organization needs to address as it prepares for next season.Then, on The Walk-Off Slam, Zaun sounds off on what he believes was one of Toronto’s biggest mistakes: failing to learn enough from the heartbreak of its 2025 World Series loss and hoping the same approach would produce another run in 2026.What went wrong? What needs to change? And what lessons should the Blue Jays take into next season?It’s all on The Brushback with Gregg Zaun and Josh Towers.

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  The Brushback - Episode 20 - Blue Jays Injury Trouble

  Sep 17, 202652 min

  On this episode of The Brushback, Gregg Zaun and Josh Towers break down the latest injury news surrounding the Toronto Blue Jays and what it could mean for the team moving forward.Gregg and Josh discuss the difficult situation the Blue Jays face as injuries continue to affect the roster, including the latest concerns surrounding Jameson Taillon and his elbow injury.Drawing on their own Major League experience, they examine how injuries affect more than just one player. What happens to a pitching staff when a key arm goes down? How does a team adjust its rotation and workload? And how do players prepare mentally when injuries suddenly change their role?It’s an inside look at the challenges facing the Blue Jays, the impact of injuries on a Major League clubhouse and what Toronto may need to do next — on The Brushback with Gregg Zaun and Josh Towers.

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  The Brushback - Episode 19 - Inside the Clubhouse — The Mindset of a Major League Player

  Sep 10, 202653 min

  On this episode of The Brushback, Gregg Zaun is joined by former Blue Jays pitcher Josh Towers for an inside look at what it really takes to be part of a professional baseball team.Gregg and Josh draw on their Major League experience to discuss life inside the clubhouse, preparing for game day and developing the mental approach needed to perform at baseball’s highest level.They explore how players deal with pressure, stay focused through the ups and downs of a long season and prepare themselves mentally to contribute to the team. They also discuss the importance of confidence, discipline, preparation and understanding your role within a clubhouse.What goes through a player’s mind before taking the field? How do professionals respond after a bad game? And what does it mean to put the team ahead of individual performance?Go inside the clubhouse with Gregg Zaun and Josh Towers for a firsthand look at the mindset, preparation and realities of life as a Major League Baseball player on The Brushback.

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  The Brushback - Episode 18 - Blue Jays Bats Are Booming, Trade Deadline Winners & Losers + Josh Towers

  Sep 3, 202652 min

  The Blue Jays’ offense is SURGING—but can they keep the bats hot when the games matter most?On this episode of The Brushback with Gregg Zaun, Zauney and Mikey break down the latest from Toronto and around Major League Baseball. ⚪ BLUE JAYS TALK: The bats have come alive! What’s driving the Jays’ offensive surge, and can they keep it rolling down the stretch? ⚾ MLB TALK: Who came out on top at the trade deadline—and which teams missed their opportunity? Plus, Zauney and Mikey unveil their latest MLB Power Rankings. ️ JOSH TOWERS: Former Blue Jays starting pitcher Josh Towers joins Gregg for their weekly conversation and some straight-up baseball talk. THE WALK-OFF SLAM: Something has Zauney fired up, and you know he’s not holding back!Big bats. Big trades. Big opinions. It’s another packed edition of The Brushback with Gregg Zaun!

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