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Independent baseball news written for fans of the Toronto Blue Jays, by fans of the team.

November 12, 2026

Blue Jays linked to $105 million trade

MLB Trade Rumors has named the Blue Jays a best fit for Ketel Marte.

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Toronto Blue Jays right fielder Anthony Santander (25) hits a solo home run against the Los Angeles Angels during the eighth inning at Angel Stadium

November 12, 2026

Blue Jays issue official statement regarding Anthony Santander's controversial comments

The Blue Jays have apologized to the Muslim community over Anthony Santander's Islamophobic social media posts.

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Los Angeles Dodgers outfielder Kyle Tucker (23) doubles during the fifth inning against the Milwaukee Brewers in game four of the NLCS for the 2026 MLB Playoffs at Uniqlo Field at Dodger Stadium.

November 12, 2026

The exact size of contract Blue Jays offered to Kyle Tucker last season revealed

The Blue Jays reportedly offered Kyle Tucker a 10-year, $350 million contract last offseason, per Katie Woo.

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Philadelphia Phillies second baseman Luis Arraez (4) prepares to bat during the third inning against the Milwaukee Brewers at Citizens Bank Park

November 12, 2026

Blue Jays urged to avoid signing Luis Arraez this winter due to growing concerns

Luis Arraez is one of the best pure hitters on the free-agent market, but the Blue Jays are being urged to steer clear.

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Washington Nationals right fielder Dylan Crews (3) singles against the Philadelphia Phillies during the first inning at Nationals Park.

November 12, 2026

1-for-1 trade pitcher in which Toronto would land 2023 2nd overall pick

A new trade pitch would send former No. 2 overall pick Dylan Crews to the Blue Jays for Sean Keys and Ricky Tiedemann. It's a buy-low swing on a young outfielder.

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Pittsburgh Pirates second baseman Brandon Lowe (5) trots around the bases after hitting a first inning home-run, Thursday, March 26, 2026.

November 12, 2026

Blue Jays show interest in Brandon Lowe at GM meetings

The Blue Jays have shown interest in Brandon Lowe, according to Sportsnet's Shi Davidi and Ben Nicholson-Smith.

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Chicago Cubs relief pitcher Julian Merryweather (66) delivers a pitch against the Arizona Diamondbacks during the seventh inning at Wrigley Field

November 12, 2026

Former Blue Jays pitcher Julian Merryweather back on the market after being released

Julian Merryweather is a free agent after spending all of 2026 in the Twins' minor league system.

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Toronto Blue Jays relief pitcher Louis Varland (77) delivers a pitch against the Detroit Tigers in the ninth inning at Rogers Centre.

November 11, 2026

Louis Varland wins AL Reliever of the Year for Toronto

Louis Varland has won AL Reliever of the Year, becoming the first Blue Jay to take home the award.

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Toronto Blue Jays left fielder Myles Straw (3) fields a ball hit by Texas Rangers left fielder Wyatt Langford (36) during the sixth inning at Globe Life Field.

November 11, 2026

Myles Straw and the Blue Jays could reunite

Myles Straw's door back to the Blue Jays is still open, even after Toronto declined his option.

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Toronto Blue Jays first baseman Vladimir Guerrero Jr. (27) looks on during the first inning against the Texas Rangers at Globe Life Field.

November 11, 2026

Ross Atkins speaks on Vladimir Guerrero Jr's off-season surgery

Ross Atkins says Vladimir Guerrero Jr.

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Los Angeles Dodgers pitcher Tarik Skubal (29) pitches against the Milwaukee Brewers in game one of the NLCS for the 2026 MLB Playoffs at American Family Field.

November 11, 2026

New details emerge regarding the Blue Jays meeting with Tarik Skubal

The Blue Jays are set to meet with Tarik Skubal, according to the New York Post's Jon Heyman.

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Toronto Blue Jays relief pitcher Jose Berrios (17) delivers a pitch against the Boston Red Sox in the seventh inning at Rogers Centre.

November 11, 2026

Blue Jays receive major update on Jose Berrios

Ross Atkins says José Berrios "looks great" as the Blue Jays right-hander rehabs from Tommy John surgery.

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A detailed view of a Toronto Blue Jays hat in the sixth inning for game seven of the 2025 MLB World Series at Rogers Centre

November 11, 2026

Blue Jays sign free agent right handed pitcher Woo-jin Cho

The Blue Jays have signed free-agent pitcher Woo-jin Cho, adding another arm to a pitching pipeline that's been reshaped all fall.

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Toronto Blue Jays general manager Ross Atkins speaks to the media during the MLB General Manager's Meetings at Omni Scottsdale Resort Spa.

November 11, 2026

Ross Atkins speaks on surprising option for CF next season

Ross Atkins floated Addison Barger as a center field option for the Blue Jays on Tuesday.

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Toronto Blue Jays left fielder Anthony Santander (25) reacts after hitting a foul ball with base loaded against the Boston Red Sox during the third inning at Rogers Centre.

November 11, 2026

Ross Atkins speaks on controversial situation surrounding Anthony Santander

Ross Atkins has spoken publicly about Anthony Santander's controversial social media posts. The Blue Jays GM didn't hide his frustration.

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Toronto Blue Jays starting pitcher Jose Berrios (17) throws a pitch in the first inning against the New York Mets during spring training at TD Ballpark.

November 10, 2026

Blue Jays top 3 worst contracts ranked with all 3 putting them in a difficult situation

Anthony Santander tops the list of the Blue Jays' worst contracts as the GM meetings open this week.

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Toronto Blue Jays manager John Schneider (14) on field against the Kansas City Royals during the first inning at Kauffman Stadium.

November 10, 2026

Blue Jays GM Ross Atkins confirms coaching change during press conference

The Blue Jays won't bring back mental performance coach John Lannan for 2027.

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Los Angeles Dodgers pitcher Tarik Skubal (29) pitches during the first inning of their National League Championship Series game against the Milwaukee Brewers at American Family Field on Oct 11, 2026.

November 10, 2026

Blue Jays fans getting excited with latest update involving Tarik Skubal

Tarik Skubal's workouts with Bowden Francis have added a little intrigue to the Blue Jays' offseason.

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Detailed view of the batting helmet of Toronto Blue Jays first baseman Vladimir Guerrero Jr. in the first inning against the Arizona Diamondbacks at Chase Field

November 10, 2026

Blue Jays reunite with former outfielder in latest signing

The Blue Jays have agreed to a minor league deal with outfielder Victor Arias, which includes an invite to big-league spring training.

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Toronto Blue Jays first baseman Vladimir Guerrero Jr. (27) stands in the dugout during action against the Athletics in the ninth inning at Sutter Health Park

November 10, 2026

Vladimir Guerrero Jr. makes big off the field changes ahead of 2027

Vladimir Guerrero Jr. has reunited with Junior Rodriguez, the Dominican trainer who guided him before his 2021 breakout. He's sharing their sessions on Instagram.

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A view of a Toronto Blue Jays hat before game four of the ALDS round for the 2025 MLB playoffs between the New York Yankees and the Toronto Blue Jays at Yankee Stadium.

November 10, 2026

Blue Jays invite four players to major league Spring Training

The Blue Jays have invited four players to big-league spring training, including outfielder Rudy Martin Jr. Victor Arias, Lazaro Estrada and Josh Stephan

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