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Toronto Blue Jays manager John Schneider walks back to the dugout during the sixth inning against the Texas Rangers at Globe Life Field.

September 21, 2026

Blue Jays DFA 9 year veteran along with 3 other roster moves

Trey Yesavage is back, and he's starting for the Blue Jays tonight.

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Toronto Blue Jays designated hitter George Springers (4) hits an RBI single against the Detroit Tigers in the fifth inning at Rogers Centre.

September 21, 2026

Blue Jays seem to have finally made a decision on if they will keep George Springer

George Springer's time in Toronto could be nearing its end after a below-average season.

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Toronto Blue Jays shortstop Andres Gimenez (0) looks on between plays during the second inning against the Texas Rangers at Globe Life Field.

September 21, 2026

Andres Gimenez' time in Toronto seems to be coming to an end

Andres Gimenez might be the hardest Blue Jays contract to classify heading into the offseason.

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Toronto Blue Jays designated hitter Anthony Santander (25) and second baseman Andres Gimenez (0) review a playbook before a game against the Cleveland Guardians at Rogers Centre.

September 21, 2026

Blue Jays linked to blockbuster 1-for-1 trade involving Anthony Santander

A Santander-for-Correa swap is exactly the kind of creative trade the Blue Jays could explore.

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Johnny King, a pitcher for the Dunedin Blue Jays warms up in the bullpen before a game against the Fort Myers Mighty Mussels at Hammond Stadium on Saturday, Aug. 2, 2025. King is a Naples High School alum and two time baseball player of the year.

September 21, 2026

Four Vancouver Canadians named Northwest League All-Stars

Johnny King headlines four Vancouver Canadians named to the Northwest League All-Star team.

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Toronto Blue Jays first baseman Vladimir Guerrero Jr. (27) puts an empty bucket of ice water over top of designated hitter George Springer (4) after a win over the Seattle Mariners at Rogers Centre

September 20, 2026

Blue Jays struggling slugger still made over $23 million this season

George Springer is hitless with two strikeouts this series, and the Blue Jays' playoff hopes are fading fast.

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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.

September 20, 2026

John Schneider provides details on Vladimir Guerrero Jr's injury

John Schneider revealed how Vladimir Guerrero Jr.'s back issue actually started.

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Toronto Blue Jays pitcher Trey Yesavage (39) is congratulated by teammates after leaving the game against the Washington Nationals during the seventh inning at Nationals Park.

September 20, 2026

Blue Jays announce Trey Yesavage's first start back

Trey Yesavage is expected to start Monday against the Orioles, his first outing back from knee inflammation.

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Toronto Blue Jays first baseman Vladimir Guerrero Jr. (27) runs to third base during the eighth inning against the Texas Rangers at Globe Life Field

September 20, 2026

Vladimir Guerrero Jr. injury update after he exits against the Rangers

Vladimir Guerrero Jr.

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Arizona Diamondbacks left fielder Lourdes Gurriel Jr. (12) hits a one-run triple against the Kansas City Royals during the eleventh inning at Kauffman Stadium.

September 20, 2026

Diamondbacks release former Blue Jays all-star

Lourdes Gurriel Jr., once a beloved Blue Jay, has been officially released by the Diamondbacks.

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Toronto Blue Jays pitcher Dylan Cease (84) sits in the dugout after being relieved in the third inning after pitching 2 2/3 innings, with six walks and three strike outs against the Texas Rangers at Globe Life Field.

September 20, 2026

Blue Jays get rough MRI results for Dylan Cease

Dylan Cease got an MRI on his shoulder last night, and he won't start Wednesday.

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Toronto Blue Jays president and chief executive officer Mark Shapiro speaks with the media during batting practice before a game against the Baltimore Orioles at Rogers Centre.

September 20, 2026

Report: Mark Shapiro could expect to receive promotion after poor season

Mark Shapiro's role within the Blue Jays' organization could be changing, and not the way some expect.

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Toronto Blue Jays first baseman Vladimir Guerrero Jr. (27) walks to the dugout after the end of the fifth inning against the Texas Rangers at Globe Life Field.

September 20, 2026

Vladimir Guerrero Jr finally breaks admitting he needs help during interview

Vladimir Guerrero Jr. opened up about a raw, honest conversation with John Schneider this month.

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Toronto Blue Jays shortstop Josh Kasevich (86) throws to first for an out against the Philadelphia Phillies in the first inning during spring training at BayCare Ballpark.

September 19, 2026

Blue Jays shortstop Josh Kasevich wins prestigious award

Josh Kasevich just won Buffalo's MVP award, and he's still waiting on a real shot with the Blue Jays.

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Toronto Blue Jays right fielder Anthony Santander (25) strikes out in the first inning against the Seattle Mariners during game three of the ALCS round for the 2025 MLB playoffs at T-Mobile Park.

September 19, 2026

Anthony Santander turns heads in incredible rehab game

Anthony Santander went 2-for-4 in his rehab game Saturday, another step toward his return.

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Toronto Blue Jays second baseman Ernie Clement (22) slides into second base with a double ahead of the tag from Baltimore Orioles shortstop Gunnar Henderson (2) during the ninth inning at Rogers Centre.

September 19, 2026

Blue Jays bench veteran in hopes of bouncing back against the Rangers

Ernie Clement is out of the Blue Jays' lineup today against the Rangers, and no reason has been given.

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Toronto Blue Jays manager John Schneider (14) talks with umpire Dan Bellino (2) after a balk is called on starting pitcher Max Scherzer (31) (not pictured) against the Kansas City Royals during the first inning at Kauffman Stadium.

September 19, 2026

John Schneider latest roster decision just put the team in a terrible spot

The Blue Jays fell 7-1 to the Rangers Friday, and manager John Schneider's own decisions have added to the pile.

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Toronto Blue Jays manager John Schneider (14) looks out from the dugout against the Kansas City Royals prior to a game at Kauffman Stadium.

September 19, 2026

Blue Jays release another veteran player this weekend

The Blue Jays have released catcher William Simoneit, according to the team's transaction log.

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Toronto Blue Jays former player Vernon Wells throws out the ceremonial first pitch before the game against the Kansas City Royals in game five of the ALCS at Rogers Centre.

September 19, 2026

Vernon Wells comes to Vladimir Guerrero Jr regarding an injury

Vernon Wells jumped into a Twitter exchange about Vladimir Guerrero Jr.'s season-long slump.

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Toronto Blue Jays second baseman Lenyn Sosa (50) turns a double play against the Tampa Bay Rays in the first inning at Tropicana Field.

September 19, 2026

Blue Jays release veteran infielder after last night's blowout loss

The Blue Jays have released infielder Lenyn Sosa, according to the team's transaction log.

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Toronto Blue Jays center fielder Brett Bateman (21) prepares to take the field against the Baltimore Orioles at Rogers Centre.

September 19, 2026

Blue Jays new star slugger Brett Bateman excepted to take major step this off-season

Brett Bateman hit a double on the first pitch he saw in his Blue Jays debut.

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