April 17, 2026
Blue Jays reveal why Louis Varland is not their closer
Jeff Hoffman still has John Schneider's ninth inning, and the Blue Jays' bullpen usage shows why Louis Varland has not taken it.
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April 16, 2026
Jose Berríos’ rehab return goes terribly wrong in Single-A
Jose Berrios gave John Schneider a rough first look in his rehab outing after a messy opening inning in Single-A.
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April 16, 2026
John Schneider sends clear message after latest Trey Yesavage news
Trey Yesavage gave John Schneider and the Blue Jays a rehab start worth building on, even if the fastball command was not sharp all the way through.
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April 16, 2026
Blue Jays share crucial Addison Barger update
Addison Barger gave John Schneider and the Blue Jays a better injury update Friday, with his recovery finally moving into the next phase.
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April 16, 2026
Heated altercation erupts between Vladimir Guerrero Jr. and Trevor Megill
Vladimir Guerrero Jr. into it in Milwaukee after barking back at Trevor Megill near the Blue Jays dugout late in a 2-1 loss.
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April 16, 2026
Blue Jays provide major injury update on George Springer
George Springer gave John Schneider and the Blue Jays the update they wanted: his fractured toe is healing without a rehab assignment.
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April 16, 2026
Jamie Campbell adds beloved former Blue Jays pitcher as co-host
Jason Grilli is headed to Jamie Campbell's desk, and John Schneider's Blue Jays now have a former reliever stepping into the TV conversation at an interesting time.
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April 16, 2026
Blue Jays announce lineup for series finale vs the Brewers
Jesús Sánchez is in, and John Schneider's Blue Jays are chasing a series win in Milwaukee with a lineup that leans on contact and matchup balance.
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April 16, 2026
Blue Jays make notable roster move involving infielder
Juan Sanchez gave John Schneider's Blue Jays another prospect move worth watching when he was added to the Single-A Dunedin roster.
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April 16, 2026
John Schneider sounds off on Brandon Valenzuela after costly play
Brandon Valenzuela heard it from John Schneider after the loss, and the Blue Jays manager did not duck the rookie catcher's mistake.
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April 16, 2026
Blue Jays drop significantly in MLB power rankings
Blue Jays entered the season as one of the top teams in the league but has since dropped significantly in the MLB power rankings.
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April 15, 2026
Tyler Rogers emerges as rare steady hand for the Blue Jays
Tyler Rogers has become Toronto's most calming Blue Jays development in a season already getting pulled in too many directions.
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