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Toronto Blue Jays pitcher Dylan Cease (84) sits in the dugout after being relieved in the third inning after pitching 2 2/3 innings, with six walks and three strike outs against the Texas Rangers at Globe Life Field.

October 3, 2026

Blue Jays get major update on Dylan Cease shoulder injury

Dylan Cease gave John Schneider and the Blue Jays an encouraging update after shoulder fatigue ended the ace's first Toronto season early.

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Toronto Blue Jays third baseman Addison Barger (47) celebrates after scoring during the fourth inning against the Atlanta Braves at TD Ballpark.

October 3, 2026

Ross Atkins reveals plan that could negatively impact Addison Barger next season

Ross Atkins revealed real plans for Anthony Santander that could complicate Addison Barger's path back.

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October 3, 2026

Nationals still owe Blue Jays pitcher an insane $30 million

Max Scherzer is still collecting checks from Washington, even as he weighs retirement from the Blue Jays.

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Toronto Blue Jays President and CEO Mark Shapiro during batting pratice on media day before game one of the World Series at Rogers Centre.

October 3, 2026

Blue Jays are preparing from a strange upcoming off-season

Mark Shapiro doesn't see the Blue Jays tightening the purse strings after a last-place finish.

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Toronto Blue Jays second baseman Ernie Clement (22) catches Cincinnati Reds right fielder Hector Rodriguez (43) trying to steal second base during the second inning at Rogers Centre.

October 3, 2026

Blue Jays look to have already found Ernie Clement's replacement at second base

Ernie Clement's hold on second base is slipping.

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Toronto Blue Jays fans cheer on as Toronto Blue Jays pitcher Tyler Rogers (71) pitches against the St. Louis Cardinals during the ninth inning at Rogers Centre

October 2, 2026

Blue Jays fans might be in serious trouble following purchase of Blue Jays

Rogers has officially completed its purchase of MLSE, uniting the Blue Jays under one corporate roof with the Leafs and Raptors.

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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.

October 2, 2026

Blue Jays urged to avoid bringing back beloved veteran

The Blue Jays need starting pitching this winter.

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Toronto Blue Jays third baseman Kazuma Okamoto (7) and shortstop Andres Gimenez (0) and first baseman Vladimir Guerrero Jr. (27) and third baseman Ernie Clement (22) look on during the sixth inning against the Texas Rangers at Globe Life Field.

October 2, 2026

Blue Jays fan favorite infielder expected to be placed on trading block

Ross Atkins wouldn't commit to Ernie Clement as the Blue Jays' everyday second baseman for 2027.

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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.

October 2, 2026

Blue Jays seem to have made their decision on Shane Bieber and his future in Toronto

Shane Bieber would love to stay in Toronto, but the Blue Jays have real reasons to look elsewhere first.

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Toronto Blue Jays center fielder Randal Grichuk (15) hits an RBI double against the Tampa Bay Rays in the fourth inning at Rogers Centre.

October 2, 2026

Blue Jays could reunite with their former slugger for a cheap cost this off-season

Randal Grichuk could be a familiar face worth bringing back to the Blue Jays.

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Atlanta Braves pitcher Elieser Hernandez (57) pitches against the Washington Nationals during the seventh inning at Truist Park.

October 2, 2026

Braves cut former Blue Jay in the middle of playoff run

Elieser Hernandez, a former Blue Jays pitcher, is back on the open market right in the middle of Atlanta's playoff push.

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Toronto Blue Jays catcher Russell Martin (55) looks on from the dugout against the Tampa Bay Rays at Tropicana Field.

October 2, 2026

Blue Jays make major announcement regarding former beloved catcher Russell Martin

Russell Martin, the former Blue Jays catcher, has been elected to the Quebec Sports Hall of Fame.

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Toronto Blue Jays left fielder Myles Straw (3) walks toward the dugout while blowing a bubble with chewing gum and holding a bat before a game against the Athletics at Sutter Health Park

October 2, 2026

Myles Straw sends message to Ross Atkins regarding his contract

Myles Straw has a clear message for the Blue Jays as his contract decision looms.

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Toronto Blue Jays starting pitcher Jameson Taillon (56) throws a pitch during the first inning against the Boston Red Sox at Rogers Centre.

October 1, 2026

Blue Jays pitcher set to have major surgery next week

Jameson Taillon will undergo elbow surgery next week, hoping to return healthier than ever.

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October 1, 2026

Blue Jays looking to bring back more pieces from their 2025 team

Kevin Gausman's time with the Cubs may already be over after a short, difficult run.

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A detailed view of an Arizona Diamondbacks hat at the game between the Washington Nationals and the Arizona Diamondbacks at Nationals Park

October 1, 2026

Blue Jays lost big in trade with the Diamondbacks

Gabriel Moreno just won a batting title, and Blue Jays fans have to reckon with it.

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Chicago Cubs pitcher Kevin Gausman (12) delivers a pitch in the first inning against the San Diego Padres during game two of the Wildcard round for the 2026 MLB Playoffs at Petco Park.

October 1, 2026

Former Blue Jay Kevin Gausman has tough outing for the Cubs in game 2

Kevin Gausman had a rough outing last night, and it helped end the Cubs' season.

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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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