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

September 23, 2026

Vladimir Guerrero Jr makes controversial comments to fans during viral interview

Vladimir Guerrero Jr. gave a raw, unfiltered interview about his slump this season.

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Baltimore Orioles first baseman Christian Encarnacion-Strand (32) singles to left during the second inning at Oriole Park at Camden Yards.

September 23, 2026

Blue Jays officially eliminated from the playoffs following loss to the Orioles

The Toronto Blue Jays are officially eliminated from postseason contention.

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

September 23, 2026

Blue Jays make last minute changes to lineup ahead of Orioles game

Vladimir Guerrero Jr. wasn't on the original lineup card, and now he's batting second.

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Toronto Blue Jays pitcher Max Scherzer (31) throws pregame at Oriole Park at Camden Yards

September 23, 2026

Max Scherzer put in impossible situation by the Blue Jays

The Blue Jays could officially be eliminated from the playoffs as early as today.

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Toronto Blue Jays manager John Schneider (14) walks to the mound during the seventh inning against the Seattle Mariners at Rogers Centre.

September 23, 2026

Blue Jays make last minute changes to starting rotation ahead of first game today

Max Scherzer will start Game 1 of today's doubleheader against the Orioles.

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Toronto Blue Jays infielder Ernie Clement (22) catches an infield fly during the eighth inning at Oriole Park at Camden Yards

September 23, 2026

Beloved Ernie Clement looks like his time in Toronto is ending

Ernie Clement's rough second half is starting to look eerily familiar for Blue Jays fans.

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Toronto Blue Jays manager John Schneider (14) take the ball from pitcher Shane Bieber (57) against the Philadelphia Phillies during the sixth inning at Citizens Bank Park.

September 23, 2026

Shane Bieber is expected to walk away from the Blue Jays

Shane Bieber's injury-plagued season could push him toward free agency this winter.

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Toronto Blue Jays pitcher Max Scherzer (31) warms up pregame at Oriole Park at Camden Yards

September 22, 2026

Despite incredible additions to the roster the Blue Jays are expected to miss the playoffs

The Blue Jays actually nailed last winter's offseason moves, and it still wasn't enough.

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Toronto Blue Jays designated hitter Sean Keys (20) strikes out during the ninth inning at Oriole Park at Camden Yards

September 22, 2026

Are the Blue Jays already eliminated from the playoffs?

The Blue Jays could be officially eliminated from the playoffs tonight, depending on three results.

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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

Vladimir Guerrero Jr.

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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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