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Arizona Diamondbacks relief pitcher Jonathan Loaisiga (43) throws a pitch during the first inning against the San Diego Padres at Petco Park

November 7, 2026

Blue Jays looking to sign star reliever to bridge to Louis Varland

Jonathan Loaisiga could be the right-handed bridge the Blue Jays need before Tyler Rogers and Louis Varland.

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Toronto Blue Jays general manager Ross Atkins speaks to the media during the press conference room at Rogers Centre.

November 7, 2026

Blue Jays hold meeting with Japanese pitching phenom

The Blue Jays have met with Shoki Oda, an 18-year-old Japanese pitching prospect skipping the NPB draft.

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Seattle Mariners left fielder Randy Arozarena (56) reacts after hitting a walk-off two-run home run against the Chicago Cubs during the ninth inning at T-Mobile Park.

November 7, 2026

Blue Jays expected to make significant offer to three time all-star slugger

Bleacher Report has named Toronto one of the top landing spots for Randy Arozarena.

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Toronto Blue Jays relief pitcher Lazaro Estrada (60) delivers a pitch against the Chicago White Sox during the fourth inning at Rate Field.

November 7, 2026

Blue Jays reunite with former pitcher in latest signing

The Blue Jays have re-signed right-hander Lazaro Estrada to a minor league deal, according to Baseball America's Matt Eddy.

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Toronto Blue Jays third baseman Addison Barger (47) looks on during warm ups before the game against the Los Angeles Dodgers during game four of the 2025 MLB World Series at Dodger Stadium.

November 7, 2026

Blockbuster 1-for-1 trade proposal sending away Addison Barger

A new trade pitch would send Addison Barger to Arizona for Ketel Marte.

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Toronto Blue Jays second base Cavan Biggio (8) bats during the ninth inning against the Kansas City Royals at Kauffman Stadium.

November 7, 2026

Beloved former Blue Jay Cavan Biggio is back on the market

Cavan Biggio is a free agent again after spending all of 2026 in Triple-A.

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Toronto Blue Jays catcher Brandon Valenzuela (59) reacts in the dugout during a game against the Seattle Mariners at Rogers Centre

November 7, 2026

Blue Jays linked to 1-for-1 trade offer sending Brandon Valenzuela to Cincinnati

Brandon Valenzuela has been floated in a trade pitch that would send him to the Reds for Spencer Steer.

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Cincinnati Reds third baseman Oswaldo Cabrera (16) slides into second base after hitting a double against the Toronto Blue Jays during the third inning at Rogers Centre.

November 7, 2026

The Blue Jays win AL Team Gold Glove after individual shutout

The Blue Jays won the AL Team Gold Glove on Friday night, a week after getting shut out of the individual awards.

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Horizon High School (CO) infielder Parker Aaron during the MLB Draft Combine high school baseball game at Chase Field

November 6, 2026

3 Blue Jays prospects named all-stars

Aaron Parker is a catcher by trade, but the Blue Jays prospect is learning left field in the Arizona Fall League.

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Toronto Blue Jays pitcher Jake Bloss (39) throws a pitch against the New York Yankees during the first inning at George M. Steinbrenner Field.

November 6, 2026

Jake Bloss' future with the Blue Jays takes a turn as they land a fourth option

The Blue Jays have gained a fourth option on right-hander Jake Bloss, according to Sportsnet's Shi Davidi.

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Chicago Cubs outfielder Seiya Suzuki against the Arizona Diamondbacks at Chase Field.

November 6, 2026

Blue Jays expected to let Seiya Suzuki go in free agency for another slugger

MLB Trade Rumors' Steve Adams predicts Randy Arozarena will sign with the Blue Jays, not Seiya Suzuki.

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Toronto Blue Jays outfielder Nathan Lukes (38) looks on pregame at Oriole Park at Camden Yards

November 6, 2026

6-player blockbuster trade offer between the Diamondbacks and Blue Jays going around

A blockbuster trade idea sends Ketel Marte and Corbin Burnes from Arizona to the Blue Jays.

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Toronto Blue Jays pitcher Shane Bieber (57) reacts after Philadelphia Phillies designated hitter Kyle Schwarber (12) (not pictured) hit a home run during the fifth inning against the Toronto Blue Jays at Citizens Bank Park.

November 6, 2026

Blue Jays and Shane Bieber reunion takes unexpected turn

Shane Bieber wants to return to the Blue Jays, but his underlying numbers make the decision harder than it looks.

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Toronto Blue Jays first baseman Vladimir Guerrero Jr. (27) walks towards the field during a break in the action against the Athletics in the sixth inning at Sutter Health Park.

November 6, 2026

Vladimir Guerrero Jr. goes all out buying his mom a $150,000 car

Vladimir Guerrero Jr. surprised his mother with a brand-new Lexus LX 600 on Thursday. The Blue Jays star shared the moment on his Instagram story.

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November 6, 2026

Blue Jays release two pitchers into free agency

The Blue Jays have released pitchers CJ Van Eyk and Beau Phillips, sending both into free agency.

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Toronto Blue Jays pitcher Max Scherzer (31) looks on during the first inning at Oriole Park at Camden Yards

November 6, 2026

Max Scherzer makes unexpected decision regarding his retirement

Max Scherzer may not be done yet. The former Blue Jays right-hander plans to pitch in lockout games in Florida, per the New York Post's Jon Heyman.

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Chicago Cubs pitcher Clay Holmes against the Arizona Diamondbacks at Chase Field.

November 5, 2026

Former Cubs all-star right handed pitcher Clay Holmes could be headed to Toronto

Clay Holmes is a free agent, and his sinker could be a perfect match for the Blue Jays' elite infield defence.

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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 5, 2026

Blue Jays release longtime outfielder Rhylan Thomas

The Blue Jays have released outfielder Rhylan Thomas, adding another name to a growing list of departures this week.

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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 5, 2026

Blue Jays reportedly in on $145 million deal with free agent slugger

Bleacher Report predicts Seiya Suzuki will sign with the Blue Jays this winter.

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Rogers Centre stadium view from third baseline during the regular season MLB game between the Houston Astros and Toronto Blue Jays at Rogers Centre

November 5, 2026

Blue Jays could end up being the team with the biggest problems if there is a lockout

A lengthy MLB lockout would hurt every team, but the Blue Jays and Rogers might have the most to lose.

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Toronto Blue Jays general manager Ross Atkins talks with media at George M. Steinbrenner Field.

November 5, 2026

Blue Jays linked to major $100 million deal with all-star

Michael King remains one of the Blue Jays' best rotation targets, but his sinking strikeout rate is the risk Toronto can't ignore.

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