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Toronto Blue Jays manager John Schneider (14) looks out from the dugout against the Kansas City Royals prior to a game at Kauffman Stadium

September 7, 2026

Blue Jays looking to move starting pitcher to the bullpen

Spencer Arrighetti could be the one thing standing between the Blue Jays and October.

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Arizona Diamondbacks manager Torey Lovullo (17) motions for a pitching change during the seventh inning against the Houston Astros at Daikin Park

September 7, 2026

Former Blue Jays coach at risk of being terminated in Arizona

Torey Lovullo, who once coached first base for the Blue Jays, could be out of a job soon.

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Toronto Blue Jays pitcher Patrick Corbin (46) throws a pitch during the sixth inning against the San Francisco Giants at Oracle Park.

September 7, 2026

Blue Jays receive heartbreaking news that starting pitcher likely done for the season

Patrick Corbin returning this season is a long shot, per Arden Zwelling, the Blue Jays learned Sunday.

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Miami Marlins hat sits in the dugout prior to the game against the Kansas City Royals at Kauffman Stadium.

September 7, 2026

Blue Jays come out as the big winners in trade with the Marlins

Leo Jimenez's stint with the Marlins is over, and the Blue Jays are looking smart for trading him.

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Toronto Blue Jays starting pitcher Spencer Arrighetti (45) delivers a pitch against the Kansas City Royals during the first inning at Kauffman Stadium.

September 7, 2026

Blue Jays expected to replace Spencer Arrighetti with 12 year veteran

Spencer Arrighetti's rotation spot could be in real jeopardy for the Blue Jays.

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

September 7, 2026

Blue Jays agree to $3.2 million deal with outfielder

The Blue Jays have agreed to a $3.2 million deal with outfielder Junior Fortunato.

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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 7, 2026

Blue Jays announce starter for tonight against the Athletics

Dylan Cease takes the mound tonight as the Blue Jays open their series against the Athletics.

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Toronto Blue Jays starting pitcher Jose Berrios (17) walks to the dugout after he pitched the fourth inning against the Tampa Bay Rays at George M. Steinbrenner Field

September 7, 2026

Blue Jays urged to get rid of Jose Berrios after latest update

The Blue Jays fell 6-1 Sunday, but still took two of three from the Royals to close the series.

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Toronto Blue Jays left fielder Jesús Sánchez (12) warms up against the Kansas City Royals prior to a game at Kauffman Stadium

September 6, 2026

Jesus Sanchez time in Toronto could be coming to an end

Jesus Sanchez missed an easy fly ball in the second inning today, and it's becoming a pattern.

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Toronto Blue Jays first baseman Sean Keys (20) warms up against the Kansas City Royals prior to a game at Kauffman Stadium.

September 6, 2026

Blue Jays could look to move Vladimir Guerrero Jr off of first base in the near future

The Blue Jays could start leaning on Sean Keys or Jesus Sanchez at first base more often.

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Toronto Blue Jays starting pitcher Spencer Arrighetti (45) delivers a pitch against the Kansas City Royals during the fourth inning at Kauffman Stadium.

September 6, 2026

Spencer Arrighetti gives some interesting excuses for his poor performance today against the Royals

Spencer Arrighetti had a rough day against the Royals, and the heat was a big part of it.

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Former Toronto Blue Jays Josh Donaldson throws the first pitch before the game between the Toronto Blue Jays and Seattle Mariners during game two of the ALCS round for the 2025 MLB playoffs at Rogers Centre

September 6, 2026

Josh Donaldson does not mince words about Vladimir Guerrero Jr during interview

Josh Donaldson has a simple explanation for why the Blue Jays won that series in Cleveland.

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Seattle Mariners left fielder Taylor Ward (27) singles in the third inning against the Detroit Tigers at T-Mobile Park.

September 6, 2026

Blue Jays could get all-star slugger for extremely cheap this off-season

Taylor Ward has had a rough go since landing with the Mariners, and the Blue Jays could benefit.

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Toronto Blue Jays pitcher Jose Soriano (40) pitches to the Seattle Mariners during the first inning at Rogers Centre.

September 6, 2026

Blue Jays announce stacked starting rotation for series against the A's

Dylan Cease and Jose Soriano will start the first two games against the Athletics.

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Toronto Blue Jays Cody Ponce (66) pitches to the Colorado Rockies during the first inning at Rogers Centre.

September 6, 2026

Blue Jays get phenomenal injury update on Cody Ponce

Cody Ponce has missed the entire season, but there's a narrow path back for the Blue Jays.

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Toronto Blue Jays starting pitcher Shane Bieber (57) throws a pitch against the Tampa Bay Rays in the first inning at Tropicana Field.

September 6, 2026

Blue Jays finally get update on Shane Bieber's return

John Schneider hopes Shane Bieber gets cleared for mound work sometime next week.

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Toronto Blue Jays center fielder Brett Bateman (21) advances to third on a hit by right fielder Nathan Lukes (not pictured) during the fifth inning at Progressive Field

September 5, 2026

Brett Bateman makes Blue Jays history in incredible fashion

Brett Bateman just became the second-fastest player in Blue Jays history to 30 hits.

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Toronto Blue Jays pitcher Michael Lorenzen (55) celebrates with catcher Alejandro Kirk (30) after defeating the Kansas City Royals at Kauffman Stadium

September 5, 2026

Blue Jays looking to do something for the first time since early April

The Blue Jays are back at .500 for the first time since June, one game from a wild card spot.

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Toronto Blue Jays relief pitcher Ricky Tiedemann (33) stands in the dugout against the New York Yankees during the third inning at Rogers Centre.

September 5, 2026

Blue Jays announce more roster move as pitcher is placed on IL

The Blue Jays just reversed yesterday's move entirely, and it's not a good sign for Jameson Taillon.

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Detail photo of Mets helmet during workouts at spring training.

September 5, 2026

Blue Jays acquire catcher from the Mets ahead of Royals game

The Blue Jays claimed catcher Shawn Ross off waivers from the Mets.

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Toronto Blue Jays pitcher Shaun Anderson (64) pitches to the Boston Red Sox during the ninth inning at Rogers Centre.

September 5, 2026

Los Angeles Angels acquire former Blue Jays right hander

Shaun Anderson, who once pitched for the Blue Jays, is right back with the Angels again.

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