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Former Blue Jays Kevin Pillar and Ricky Romero join The Athletic’s Mitch Bannon to launch Blue Bird Territory: A Toronto Blue Jays Podcast. Blue Bird Territory is your home for in-depth Blue Jays analysis, and authentic insight all year long!

Kevin Pillar

KP was a staple of the 2010s Blue Jays, winning the Wilson Defensive Player of the Year in 2015 and the Fielding Bible Award in 2016. He’s known for making amazing catches in centerfield, earning the nickname “Superman.” Pillar announced his retirement on FT in 2025 and has been a member of the network since.

Ricky Romero

From first-round pick to All-Star ace, Ricky Romero (RR Cool Jay) made his mark with the Toronto Blue Jays. The lefty logged over 900 innings and 600 strikeouts in five seasons, headlining the rotation with power stuff and All-Star pedigree in 2011.

Mitch Bannon

Mitch Bannon covers the Toronto Blue Jays for The Athletic, with stops at SI.com and MLB.com along the way. Known for detailed reporting and clubhouse insight, he’s plugged into everything happening in Toronto.