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Toronto Blue Jays general manager Ross Atkins talks with the media during batting practice between the Toronto Blue Jays and Seattle Mariners before game two of the ALCS round for the 2025 MLB playoffs at Rogers Centre.

October 1, 2026

Blue Jays could look to at reunion with beloved all-star this off-season

If Bo Bichette hits free agency, he could be the best bat on the market for the Blue Jays.

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Washington Nationals hats and gloves in the dugout against the Pittsburgh Pirates during the sixth inning at PNC Park.

October 1, 2026

Blockbuster trade offer between the Blue Jays and Nationals

CJ Abrams could be exactly the infield power boost the Blue Jays need this offseason.

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Toronto Blue Jays starting pitcher Dylan Cease (84) in the dugout during a game against the Seattle Mariners at Rogers Centre

October 1, 2026

Three Blue Jays land All-MLB Team nominations

Louis Varland, Kazuma Okamoto, and Dylan Cease have all been nominated for All-MLB Team honors.

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Toronto Blue Jays right fielder Anthony Santander (25) reacts to striking out to end the fourth inning against the New York Yankees during game four of the ALDS round for the 2025 MLB playoffs at Yankee Stadium.

October 1, 2026

Blue Jays provide update on Anthony Santander for 2027

Ross Atkins revealed real plans for Anthony Santander heading into next season.

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Houston Astros center fielder Daulton Varsho (18) jogs off the field before the game against the Arizona Diamondbacks at Daikin Park

October 1, 2026

Daulton Varsho's season comes to terrible end with season ending surgery

Daulton Varsho's rough season with the Astros has ended with surgery.

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

September 30, 2026

Ross Atkins speaks on Vladimir Guerrero Jr's terrible season

Ross Atkins offered his own theory on what went wrong with Vladimir Guerrero Jr.

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Toronto Blue Jays second baseman Ernie Clement (22) catches a ground ball hit by Detroit Tigers center fielder Max Clark (not pictured)during the second inning at Rogers Centre.

September 30, 2026

Ross Atkins sends message to Ernie Clement during exit interview

Ernie Clement's second base job for 2027 is no longer guaranteed, according to Ross Atkins.

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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.

September 30, 2026

Beloved Myles Straw's time in Toronto is likely over after latest update

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

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A Toronto Blue Jays hat and glove in the dugout during a game against the Atlanta Braves at Rogers Centre

September 30, 2026

Blue Jays sign Korean pitcher Kwon Si-woo to massive deal

The Blue Jays have officially signed 18-year-old Korean right-hander Kwon Si-woo.

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Toronto Blue Jays pitcher Dylan Cease (84) walks in from the bullpen prior to his start against the Texas Rangers at Globe Life Field.

September 30, 2026

Blue Jays announce 5 final roster moves to close out the season

The Blue Jays activated five players off the injured list in their final roster moves of the year.

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

September 30, 2026

Ross Atkins confirms who is to blame for the Blue Jays poor season

Ross Atkins opened his season-ending remarks by pointing the finger directly at himself.

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Chicago Cubs pitcher Kevin Gausman (12) delivers the ball during the first inning against the Cincinnati Reds at Wrigley Field.

September 30, 2026

Kevin Gausman breaks silence on how Blue Jays trade happened

Kevin Gausman didn't see his trade to the Cubs coming, even after weeks of rumors.

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Toronto Blue Jays relief pitcher Liam Hendriks (31) throws during the game against the Kansas City Royals in game four of the ALCS at Rogers Centre

September 30, 2026

Former Blue Jays 14 year veteran announces retirement

Liam Hendriks, a former Blue Jays pitcher, is retiring after 14 seasons in the majors.

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Atlanta Braves designated hitter Rowdy Tellez (11) hits an RBI single during the second inning against the San Diego Padres at Petco Park.

September 29, 2026

Former Blue Jay slugger makes Braves roster ahead of the playoffs

Rowdy Tellez, who spent four seasons with the Blue Jays, made Atlanta's Wild Card Series roster.

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Toronto Blue Jays relief pitcher Joe Mantiply (35) throws a pitch against the Los Angeles Dodgers during the sixth inning at Rogers Centre.

September 29, 2026

Blue Jays veteran pitchers elects free agency instead of staying with the team

Joe Mantiply has cleared waivers and elected free agency, closing out his time with the Blue Jays.

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A detailed view of a Toronto Blue Jays hat in the sixth inning for game seven of the 2025 MLB World Series at Rogers Centre.

September 29, 2026

Blue Jays prospect receives nomination for prestigious award

Nolan Perry capped an incredible 2026 season as a Breakout Player of the Year finalist.

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Chicago Cubs pitcher Kevin Gausman (12) pitches against the Miami Marlins during the first inning at Wrigley Field.

September 29, 2026

Beloved former Blue Jay Kevin Gausman gets ugly news ahead of Cubs game 1

Kevin Gausman threw a bullpen Sunday, but his playoff status remains genuinely unclear.

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Toronto Blue Jays designated hitter Sean Keys (20) hits a sacrifice fly during the first inning at Oriole Park at Camden Yards.

September 29, 2026

MiLB makes major announcement regarding Blue Jays rookie Sean Keys

Sean Keys just had the best season by a first baseman in all of Minor League Baseball.

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Chicago Cubs pitcher Kevin Gausman (12) smiles in the dugout against the Miami Marlins during the first inning at Wrigley Field

September 29, 2026

New development on a reunion with Kevin Gausman

Kevin Gausman could actually make sense as a Blue Jays reunion this offseason.

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Toronto Blue Jays relief pitcher Yimi García (93) throws a pitch against the Cleveland Guardians during the ninth inning at Rogers Centre.

September 29, 2026

Blue Jays expected to let go of longtime veteran due to injury

Yimi Garcia's time with the Blue Jays is heading toward a quiet exit, and August surgery for thoracic outlet syndrome may have sealed it.

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Toronto Blue Jays pitcher Dylan Cease (84) walks off the field after giving up four runs to the Texas Rangers during the second inning at Globe Life Field. M

September 29, 2026

Dylan Cease delivers quite the message to Blue Jays fans after final game

Dylan Cease closed out the Blue Jays' season with a heartfelt message to fans.

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