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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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Texas Rangers shortstop Corey Seager (5) looks on during a visit to the mound in fifth inning against the Toronto Blue Jays at Globe Life Field.

November 10, 2026

New details regarding Corey Seager coming to Toronto in a blockbuster trade

The Blue Jays are being urged to explore a Corey Seager trade as the Rangers look to shed salary.

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Toronto Blue Jays shortstop Andres Gimenez (0) throws out Cincinnati Reds first baseman Sal Stewart (not pictured) at first base during the ninth inning at Rogers Centre.

November 10, 2026

Blue Jays have a major problem with Andres Gimenez contract for next season

Andrés Giménez will earn $23 million from the Blue Jays in 2027, and critics call his contract one of the hardest to move in baseball.

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New York Yankees pitcher David Bednar (53) throws during the ninth inning against the Tampa Bay Rays in game three of the ALDS for the 2026 MLB Playoffs at Yankee Stadium.

November 9, 2026

Blue Jays could steal David Bednar away from the Yankees

David Bednar could help the Blue Jays build a super bullpen in 2027.

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November 9, 2026

Yankees poach Frank Herrmann from Blue Jays front office

The Yankees have poached Frank Herrmann from the Blue Jays front office.

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Toronto Blue Jays pitcher Trey Yesavage (39) is interviewed by Sportsnet broadcaster Hazel Mae after defeating the Seattle Mariners during game six of the ALCS round for the 2025 MLB playoffs at Rogers Centre

November 9, 2026

Blue Jays broadcaster Hazel Mae makes special announcement as off-season kicks off

Hazel Mae is taking her memoir on the road. The beloved Blue Jays broadcaster will celebrate the launch of Before I Let You Go in Edmonton on Nov. 16.

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Cincinnati Reds pitcher Emilio Pagán (15) cheers after striking out Tommy White for the final out of the ninth inning of the MLB Interleague game between the Cincinnati Reds and the Athletics at Great American Ball Park in downtown Cincinnati on Wednesday, Aug. 5, 2026 The Reds won the second game of the series, 3-2.

November 9, 2026

Blue Jays will need to convince Emilio Pagan if they want to sign him

Emilio Pagán is a free agent after declining his option with the Reds.

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Toronto Blue Jays outfielder Myles Straw (3) looks on as Toronto Blue Jays infielder Ernie Clement (22) attempts to catch a pop fly at Oriole Park at Camden Yards.

November 9, 2026

Blue Jays looking at multiple second baseman to move-on from Ernie Clement

The Blue Jays could turn to Jazz Chisholm Jr.

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