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canadianman29 · 01-18-2011, 08:26 AM

BOB MCCOWN
April's over and this is the first edition of Primetime Sports in May. Today on the program we'll discuss the month that was in the MLB. Joining me in the studio is Stephen Brunt. Blue Jays columnist Bob Elliott will be joining us over the phone. The Blue Jays' new GM, Michael Smithson will be joining us a little later on. The Blue Jays started off the season well but they've been really streaky since then. But, before we get to their offensive woes, lets discuss how rookie GM Michael Smithson has done in his short tenure here.
BOB ELLIOTT
Well, he's only been on the job for a few months, and he hasn't really made any big moves yet, so all we really have to go on is first impressions.
STEPHEN BRUNT
In my -
MCCOWN
- before you jump in here Brunt, I've met him a few times, and I like the guy. He seems to have a good grasp on the game, and he has some common sense as well, which seems to elude most sports executive these days.
BRUNT
Well -
ELLIOTT
- sorry to interrupt you Stephen, but I've had the chance to sit down with him numerous times and just talk baseball. He has a genuine love for the game. He actually strikes me more as the manager type, but nevertheless, I think he's the right man for the job.
BRUNT
Anyways...so I can talk now?
MCCOWN
I suppose.
BRUNT
Okay. I have to agree with both of you.
MCCOWN
It seems that we agree that he's the right man for the job, but it hasn't exactly turned into success on the field. They just don't get enough runs across the plate. Their pitching has been stellar, they get on base enough, but they just can't drive anyone in.
BRUNT
I think the problem they have is the lack of power. Only the Mariners and Royals have hit less homers in the AL.
ELLIOTT
Yeah, power is definitely what's lacking for this ballclub. If this team wants to contend, they're going to need to pick up a power bat.
MCCOWN
Lets take a look at who's out there then. As far as I've heard there really aren't any power hitters available for trade, unless they're willing to give up Travis Snider, who looks like he's going to be a helluva player.
ELLIOTT
At this point, I don't see much else they can do if they want to get back into the hunt.
MCCOWN
We have to take a break now, but we'll discuss this and more as Michael Smithson joins us after the break.
*
MCCOWN
And, we're back. Joining us now is newly appointed Blue Jays' GM Michael Smithson. Thanks for coming Michael.
MICHAEL SMITHSON
Its my pleasure.
MCCOWN
Before we get to the Blue Jays, how does it feel to have that first month under your belt, more specifically your first win as a Major League General Manager.
SMITHSON
I love it. This is my dream job. I never thought I'd be in the position to get this job.
MCCOWN
We'll get into how you came about getting this job and your background another time, but lets talk about your Blue Jays. Lets start with your thought's on your team's performance so far.
SMITHSON
We're 4 games below 500, but I don't think we're as bad a team as that. I believe that these guys are a group that can contend, even in the AL East.
MCCOWN
We'll take a short break. You're listening to Primetime Sports on the Fan 590 and watching on Rogers Sportsnet.

01-18-2011, 08:26 AM	#4
canadianman29 Minors (Triple A) Join Date: Feb 2008 Posts: 204	BOB MCCOWN April's over and this is the first edition of Primetime Sports in May. Today on the program we'll discuss the month that was in the MLB. Joining me in the studio is Stephen Brunt. Blue Jays columnist Bob Elliott will be joining us over the phone. The Blue Jays' new GM, Michael Smithson will be joining us a little later on. The Blue Jays started off the season well but they've been really streaky since then. But, before we get to their offensive woes, lets discuss how rookie GM Michael Smithson has done in his short tenure here. BOB ELLIOTT Well, he's only been on the job for a few months, and he hasn't really made any big moves yet, so all we really have to go on is first impressions. STEPHEN BRUNT In my - MCCOWN - before you jump in here Brunt, I've met him a few times, and I like the guy. He seems to have a good grasp on the game, and he has some common sense as well, which seems to elude most sports executive these days. BRUNT Well - ELLIOTT - sorry to interrupt you Stephen, but I've had the chance to sit down with him numerous times and just talk baseball. He has a genuine love for the game. He actually strikes me more as the manager type, but nevertheless, I think he's the right man for the job. BRUNT Anyways...so I can talk now? MCCOWN I suppose. BRUNT Okay. I have to agree with both of you. MCCOWN It seems that we agree that he's the right man for the job, but it hasn't exactly turned into success on the field. They just don't get enough runs across the plate. Their pitching has been stellar, they get on base enough, but they just can't drive anyone in. BRUNT I think the problem they have is the lack of power. Only the Mariners and Royals have hit less homers in the AL. ELLIOTT Yeah, power is definitely what's lacking for this ballclub. If this team wants to contend, they're going to need to pick up a power bat. MCCOWN Lets take a look at who's out there then. As far as I've heard there really aren't any power hitters available for trade, unless they're willing to give up Travis Snider, who looks like he's going to be a helluva player. ELLIOTT At this point, I don't see much else they can do if they want to get back into the hunt. MCCOWN We have to take a break now, but we'll discuss this and more as Michael Smithson joins us after the break. * MCCOWN And, we're back. Joining us now is newly appointed Blue Jays' GM Michael Smithson. Thanks for coming Michael. MICHAEL SMITHSON Its my pleasure. MCCOWN Before we get to the Blue Jays, how does it feel to have that first month under your belt, more specifically your first win as a Major League General Manager. SMITHSON I love it. This is my dream job. I never thought I'd be in the position to get this job. MCCOWN We'll get into how you came about getting this job and your background another time, but lets talk about your Blue Jays. Lets start with your thought's on your team's performance so far. SMITHSON We're 4 games below 500, but I don't think we're as bad a team as that. I believe that these guys are a group that can contend, even in the AL East. MCCOWN We'll take a short break. You're listening to Primetime Sports on the Fan 590 and watching on Rogers Sportsnet.