Maybe trying to gaze into the future will be more optimistic than looking backward. The Blue Jays have recalled Nate Pearson as part of their roster expansion. Will this be the move that gets A.J. Andrews excited about Jays baseball again? Not really. She discusses her modest expectations for Pearson and Bryan Baker, bids farewell to Brad Hand now that the lustre has been completed removed, and previews the Blue Jays' three-game series against the Athletics that will serve as a barometer for what September will be about. Follow the podcast on Twitter @LockedOnJays and follow the host @A_J_Andrews! Subscribe on Himalaya, Google Play, Spotify, the Audacy app and iTunes! Please help us donate to social justice causes at https://lockedonpodcasts.com/blacklivesmatter/ Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! Built Bar Built Bar is a protein bar that tastes like a candy bar. Go to builtbar.com and use promo code “LOCKED15,” and you’ll get 15% off your next order. BetOnline AG There is only 1 place that has you covered and 1 place we trust. Betonline.ag! Sign up today for a free account at betonline.ag and use that promocode: LOCKEDON for your 50% welcome bonus. Rock Auto Amazing selection. Reliably low prices. All the parts your car will ever need. Visit RockAuto.com and tell them Locked On sent you. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices