Jays Slow Start + Will We See Tiger Play Again?

The FAN Morning Show opens with a deep dive into the Toronto Blue Jays' slow start to the 2026 season, analyzing their early struggles on offense and the mounting injury crisis in their pitching staff. Hosts Ben Ennis and Brent Gunning discuss the impact of losing key players like Bo Bichette and Alejandro Kirk, the underperformance of young talent Addison Barger, and the team’s alarming rotation health issues—down to just three viable starters. Despite the turmoil, they highlight the potential for a turnaround, citing historical precedent from the 2025 season when the Jays overcame a 16-20 start to reach the World Series. The conversation shifts to the upcoming three-game series against the defending World Series champion Los Angeles Dodgers, with special emphasis on Kevin Gossman’s dominant early form and the national spotlight this matchup is receiving. Later, the show turns to golf, focusing on Masters Week and the absence of Tiger Woods and Phil Mickelson from the field for the first time since 1994. Guest Bob Herrig of Sports Illustrated discusses the cultural weight of their absence, the pressure on Rory McIlroy as the defending champion, and the rising spotlight on Bryson DeChambeau as a potential new face of the sport. The episode closes with a poignant reflection on Tiger Woods’ uncertain future, balancing hope for a comeback against the physical toll of his injuries and the fallout from his recent car crash. The overall tone is cautiously optimistic for the Blue Jays and reflective, with a touch of nostalgia, for golf’s evolving landscape.