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San Diego Padres pitcher Nick Pivetta (27) pitches during the first inning against the Milwaukee Brewers in game three of the NLDS for the 2026 MLB Playoffs at Petco Park

November 3, 2026

Blue Jays urged to sign Canadian pitcher Nick Pivetta coming off an injury riddled season

Nick Pivetta is a free agent after the Padres declined his club option, and the Blue Jays should be calling.

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Toronto Blue Jays catcher Brandon Valenzuela (59) celebrates the win with relief pitcher Tanner Andrews (43) against the Miami Marlins at the end of the ninth inning at the Rogers Centre.

November 3, 2026

Blue Jays release veteran pitcher into free agency

The Blue Jays have released pitcher Tanner Andrews, who is now a free agent.

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Toronto Blue Jays starting pitcher Dylan Cease (84) in the dugout during a game against the Seattle Mariners at Rogers Centre.

November 3, 2026

Blue Jays still have 2 players up for major American League awards

Dylan Cease is an AL Cy Young finalist, and Louis Varland is up for AL Reliever of the Year.

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Toronto Blue Jays starting pitcher Jose Berríos (17) walks towards the dugout during the pregame warmup against the San Francisco Giants at Rogers Centre

November 3, 2026

José Berríos makes decision on opting out of his contract

José Berrios isn't going anywhere. The Blue Jays right-hander passed on his chance to opt out, keeping the final two years of his contract in place.

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November 3, 2026

Blue Jays announce David Bell has stepped down from assistant GM Role

David Bell has stepped down as the Blue Jays' assistant GM and vice-president of baseball operations.

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Los Angeles Dodgers outfielder Teoscar Hernandez (37) looks on before game three of the NLCS for the 2026 MLB Playoffs against the Milwaukee Brewers at Uniqlo Field at Dodger Stadium

November 3, 2026

Trade update between Teoscar Hernandez and the Blue Jays

Jim Bowden keeps hearing that the Blue Jays want Teoscar Hernández back. The rumour is gaining steam, but the numbers still argue against it.

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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.

November 3, 2026

Blue Jays have already found George Springer's replacement

Trent Grisham is being floated as a free-agent center field option for the Blue Jays.

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Toronto Blue Jays pitcher Ryan Yarbrough (35) pitches during the fourth inning against the Detroit Tigers at Publix Field at Joker Marchant Stadium.

November 3, 2026

Ex-Blue Jays lefty Ryan Yarbrough hits free agency

Ryan Yarbrough is a free agent after a solid season with the Yankees.

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November 2, 2026

Blue Jays announce 9 roster moves in the first hour of free agency

The Blue Jays outrighted CJ Van Eyk to Triple-A on Monday after he cleared waivers. Seven players also returned from the 60-day IL in a busy day of roster moves.

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November 2, 2026

Blue Jays decline $8 million option and release outfielder

The Blue Jays have declined Myles Straw's $8 million club option, making the popular outfielder a free agent.

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Toronto Blue Jays general manager Ross Atkins talks on the phone during batting practice before a game against the Baltimore Orioles at Rogers Centre

November 2, 2026

Blue Jays linked to $25 million deal with free agency set to begin tonight

Michael King's 4.3 WAR season has put him squarely on the Blue Jays' radar.

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Toronto Blue Jays pitcher Kevin Gausman (34) celebrates after throwing a strike against the St. Louis Cardinals during the fourth inning at Rogers Centre.

November 2, 2026

Former Blue Jay Kevin Gausman wear Toronto inspired Halloween costume

Kevin Gausman wore an Auston Matthews Maple Leafs jersey for Halloween, and Blue Jays fans noticed.

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Toronto Blue Jays pitcher Richard Lovelady (68) throws a pitch against the Houston Astros in the third inning during spring training at TD Ballpark.

November 2, 2026

Former Blue Jays left handed pitcher Richard Lovelady DFA'd ahead of free agency

The Nationals have designated former Blue Jays lefty Richard Lovelady for assignment, just hours before free agency opens Monday.

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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 2, 2026

Vladimir Guerrero Jr snubbed by the MLB

Christian Walker beat out Vladimir Guerrero Jr. for the AL Gold Glove at first base on Sunday night. The Blue Jays went 0-for-5 on their nominees.

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November 2, 2026

Blue Jays sign 6-foot-3 right-hander Nurberto German as free agency opens up

The Blue Jays have signed right-handed pitcher Nurberto German, adding another young arm to a system that's been busy all fall.

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Texas Rangers starting pitcher MacKenzie Gore (1) throws the ball during the game between the Rangers and the Red Sox at Globe Life Field.

November 2, 2026

Blue Jays linked to Rangers lefty MacKenzie Gore as free agency opens

The Blue Jays have been linked to Rangers left-hander MacKenzie Gore as free agency opens Monday.

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Toronto Blue Jays George Springer (4) waves to the fans before taking an at-bat against the Cincinnati Reds during the first inning at Rogers Centre

November 1, 2026

Blue Jays face a frantic November before a likely lockout

The Blue Jays are heading into a frantic November, with free agency opening Monday and a likely lockout looming Dec.

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San Diego Padres pitcher Michael King (34) pitches during the eighth inning against the Milwaukee Brewers in game three of the NLDS for the 2026 MLB Playoffs at Petco Park.

November 1, 2026

All-star pitcher opts out of contract as the Blue Jays close in

Michael King has opted out of his Padres deal, and the Blue Jays should be ready to pounce.

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Toronto Blue Jays right fielder Addison Barger (47) scores against the Chicago White Sox during the second inning at Rate Field.

November 1, 2026

Addison Barger tops the Blue Jays' list of key comebacks

Addison Barger tops the list of Blue Jays players with something to prove after injuries wrecked 2026.

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Chicago Cubs pitcher Kevin Gausman (12) pitches against the Miami Marlins during the first inning at Wrigley Field.

November 1, 2026

Update announced on a possible reunion between Kevin Gausman and Toronto

Kevin Gausman's durability still stands out on the free-agent market. His fading splitter is why a Blue Jays reunion remains a tough sell.

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Toronto Blue Jays second baseman Ernie Clement (22) catches Cincinnati Reds right fielder Hector Rodriguez (43) trying to steal second base during the second inning at Rogers Centre

November 1, 2026

Ernie Clement expected to lose his job with the Blue Jays next trade target

C.J. Abrams would give the Blue Jays power and speed, but his glove raises real questions. The Nationals infielder committed 20 errors in 2026.

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