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Atlanta Braves outfielder Mauricio Dubon (14) looks on during batting practice prior to game two of the Wildcard round against the Philadelphia Phillies in the 2026 MLB Playoffs at Truist Park.

October 31, 2026

Blue Jays now linked to Braves infielder in interesting trade

CBS Sports' Mike Axisa believes Mauricio Dubón would be a great fit for the Blue Jays.

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Toronto Blue Jays designated hitter Daniel Vogelbach (20) looks on during batting practice prior to the game against the Milwaukee Brewers at American Family Field.

October 31, 2026

Former Blue Jay Daniel Vogelbach goes viral after antics at the parade

Daniel Vogelbach is enjoying the Brewers' championship to the fullest. The former Blue Jays slugger belted out a karaoke classic at the title party.

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Toronto Blue Jays second baseman Charles McAdoo (26) celebrates with teammates in the dugout after scoring a run against the Cincinnati Reds in the first inning at Rogers Centre.

October 31, 2026

Charles McAdoo expected to land unexpected role next season

Charles McAdoo closed his rookie season with a 446-foot statement. The Blue Jays infielder may have played his way into a bigger role for 2027.

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Toronto Blue Jays designated hitter George Springer (4) takes a moment after playing his final MLB game against the Cincinnati Reds at Rogers Centre

October 31, 2026

Blue Jays gets incredible spot in Bleacher Reports 2027 power rankings despite terrible season

The Blue Jays finished last in the AL East, but Bleacher Report still ranks them 11th heading into free agency.

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October 31, 2026

Blue Jays urged to complete trade with the Nationals for C.J. Abrams before the lockout

C.J. Abrams keeps coming up as a Blue Jays trade target, and FanSided says Toronto should land him before a lockout hits.

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Los Angeles Dodgers outfielder Teoscar Hernandez (37) reacts after striking out in the eighth inning against the Milwaukee Brewers in game four of the NLCS for the 2026 MLB Playoffs at Uniqlo Field at Dodger Stadium.

October 31, 2026

Teoscar Hernández's reunion talk takes a turn for the worse

The Blue Jays' reported interest in Teoscar Hernández looked like a smart plan B at first. A closer look at his recent numbers makes a reunion much harder to justify

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Toronto Blue Jays pitcher Paul Sewald (43) reacts and walks to the dugout after a pitching change against the Athletics during the seventh inning at Sutter Health Park.

October 31, 2026

Veteran pitcher Paul Sewald elects free agency after brief Blue Jays stint

Paul Sewald has elected free agency after a short but eye-catching stint with the Blue Jays.

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Toronto Blue Jays designated hitter Rowdy Tellez (44) hits a home run during the fourth inning against the Philadelphia Phillies at BayCare Ballpark

October 31, 2026

Beloved former Blue Jays slugger Rowdy Tellez hits free agency

Rowdy Tellez is a free agent again, and his old Blue Jays trade is still paying dividends in Toronto. The fan favourite elected free agency on Oct. 29.

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October 30, 2026

Yankees expected to poach veteran outfielder from the Blue Jays

The Yankees are being urged to poach Myles Straw if the Blue Jays decline his $8 million club option.

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Oakland Athletics second baseman Zach Gelof (20) follows the flight of his RBI double against the Minnesota Twins during the seventh inning at Oakland-Alameda County Coliseum

October 30, 2026

Blue Jays predicted to bring in 22 home run slugger in Athletics Zack Gelof this off-season

The Blue Jays are being urged to trade for Athletics infielder Zack Gelof.

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Toronto Blue Jays starting pitcher Dylan Cease (84) pitches to the Baltimore Orioles during the first inning at Rogers Centre.

October 30, 2026

Blue Jays expected to sign former Braves pitcher to pair with Dylan Cease

Tyler Mahle went from free-agent afterthought to October standout, and the Blue Jays are being urged to pounce.

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Toronto Blue Jays first baseman Vladimir Guerrero Jr. (27) looks on during the first inning at Oriole Park at Camden Yards

October 30, 2026

MLB insider James Anderson doesn't hold back on Vladimir Guerrero Jr

BA's James Anderson isn't buying a full Vladimir Guerrero Jr. rebound. The Blue Jays first baseman is coming off the worst season of his career.

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Tampa Bay Rays pitcher Bryan Baker (47) is interviewed before game five of the 2026 World Series against the Milwaukee Brewers at Tropicana Field.

October 30, 2026

Bryan Baker opens up about being traded by the Blue Jays

Bryan Baker hasn't forgotten where his career took shape.

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Fans gather around a statue of Joe Carter to commemorate the Toronto Blue Jays back to back World Series wins out side of Rogers Centre before a game between the Tampa Bay Rays and Toronto Blue Jays

October 30, 2026

Blue Jays make announcement for fans regarding Spring Training 2027

The Blue Jays have put single-game tickets for 2027 spring training on sale.

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Toronto Blue Jays outfielder Myles Straw (3) pops out to short stop during the second inning at Oriole Park at Camden Yards.

October 30, 2026

New details regarding Myles Straw's $8 million option

Myles Straw's $8 million club option is one of the first decisions on the Blue Jays' offseason desk.

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Toronto Blue Jays general manager Ross Atkins talks on the phone during batting practice before a game against the Baltimore Orioles at Rogers Centre

October 30, 2026

Blue Jays announce first roster move of the off-season

The Blue Jays have outrighted outfielder Rudy Martin Jr.

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Cincinnati Reds designated hitter Eugenio Suarez (28) smiles in the dugout during the ninth inning against the Toronto Blue Jays at Rogers Centre.

October 29, 2026

Blue Jays and Eugenio Suarez could be headed to Toronto

Eugenio Suárez finished 2026 on fire, and that should put him squarely on the Blue Jays' radar.

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

October 29, 2026

Nathan Lukes chances of winning an AL Gold Glove revealed

Nathan Lukes is an AL Gold Glove finalist in right field, and the Blue Jays outfielder faces a tough opponent in Wilyer Abreu.

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Cincinnati Reds pitcher Andrew Abbott (41) pitches in the first inning between the Pittsburgh Pirates and Cincinnati Reds at Great American Ball Park in Cincinnati on Saturday, August 1, 2026.

October 29, 2026

Blue Jays could trade for Reds lefty Andrew Abbott

The Blue Jays are being urged to trade for Reds left-hander Andrew Abbott this winter.

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New York Mets third baseman Bo Bichette (19) rounds the bases after hitting a solo home run against the Philadelphia Phillies during the sixth inning at Citi Field

October 29, 2026

Blue Jays get details on Bo Bichette's future in New York

Bo Bichette is expected to opt in and stay with the Mets, according to SNY's Chelsea Janes.

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October 29, 2026

Blue Jays officially lose 8 players to free agency

John Schneider and the Toronto Blue Jays are facing a major roster shakeup, with George Springer and Shane Bieber among eight players entering free agency.

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