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Chicago Cubs pitcher Kevin Gausman (12) throws the ball against the Atlanta Braves during the first inning at Wrigley Field

September 22, 2026

Kevin Gausman back in Toronto during Cubs off day has fans talking

Kevin Gausman made a quick, nostalgic trip back to Toronto on Monday, and it had nothing to do with baseball.

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Toronto Blue Jays pitcher Max Scherzer (31) signs autographs for fans pregame at Oriole Park at Camden Yards.

September 22, 2026

Blue Jays-Orioles game cancelled today and here is why

Tonight's Blue Jays-Orioles game has been postponed due to ongoing inclement weather.

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Toronto Blue Jays executive vice president and general manager Ross Atkins speaks to the media before game one of the 2025 MLB World Series against the Los Angeles Dodgers at Rogers Centre.

September 22, 2026

Marlins slugger is making Ross Atkins look like he made a huge mistake

Griffin Conine is turning into exactly the power bat the Blue Jays have needed all season.

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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.

September 22, 2026

Blue Jays 12-year veteran elects free agency before the end of the season

Michael Lorenzen has cleared waivers and elected free agency after a brief, rough stint with the Blue Jays.

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

September 22, 2026

Vladimir Guerrero Jr admits to being embarrassed about the Blue Jays season

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Toronto Blue Jays right fielder Nathan Lukes (38) is congratulated by teammates in the dugout after scoring a run during the seventh inning against the Texas Rangers at Globe Life Field.

September 22, 2026

Blue Jays could win all of their final games and still miss playoffs

The Toronto Blue Jays' playoff odds have crashed to 3.5 percent with just six games left.

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Toronto Blue Jays outfielder Brett Bateman (21) is tended to by training staff after suffering an apparent injury during the second inning at Oriole Park at Camden Yards

September 21, 2026

Blue Jays announce results of Brett Bateman's X-Rays after exiting the game

Brett Bateman jammed his right hip, but the X-rays came back negative.

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Toronto Blue Jays pitcher Dylan Cease (84) hands the baseball to manager John Schneider (14) as he is relieved during the third inning against the Texas Rangers at Globe Life Field.

September 21, 2026

Dylan Cease gets surgery results following MRI details

Dylan Cease's shoulder MRI came back with real relief attached to it.

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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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