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Toronto Blue Jays president Mark Shapiro speaks with Los Angeles Dodgers manager Dave Roberts (30) before game six of the 2025 MLB World Series at Rogers Centre.

February 20, 2026

Toronto Blue Jays are not done trading as there is a new offer on the table with the Cardinals

JoJo Romero fixing the massive left-handed bullpen hole gives the Blue Jays the ultimate weapon for a deep playoff push.

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Ex-Toronto Blue Jays manager Buck Martinez (left) and manager Charlie Montoyo (25) look on during spring training at Spectrum Field.

February 20, 2026

New details announced Buck Martinez' replacement in the booth

Joe Siddall emerging as the favorite to replace a broadcasting legend brings massive comfort to our nervous fan base.

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Toronto Blue Jays pitcher Max Scherzer (31) reacts after being relieved against the Los Angeles Dodgers in the fifth inning for game seven of the 2025 MLB World Series at Rogers Centre.

February 20, 2026

Max Scherzer nearing solid new deal with the Blue Jays

Max Scherzer is closing in on a massive return to the Toronto Blue Jays, and the entire city can start dreaming about another Fall Classic.

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Toronto Blue Jays pitcher Trey Yesavage (39) and catcher Alejandro Kirk (30) greet after the bullpen session for spring training practice at Blue Jays Player Development Complex.

February 20, 2026

John Schneider provides update on Toronto Blue Jays pitcher Trey Yesavage

Trey Yesavage preparing for his first full season brings absolute electricity to the Blue Jays starting rotation.

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Detroit Tigers pitcher Tommy Kahnle (43) and first baseman Spencer Torkelson (20) walk off the field after 3-2 loss to Seattle Mariners in 15 innings at ALDS Game 5 at T-Mobile Park in Seattle on Friday, Oct. 10, 2025.

February 20, 2026

The Toronto Blue Jays are eyeing one final free agent before Opening Day

Tommy Kahnle is the ultimate bounce-back candidate who can completely stabilize the Toronto Blue Jays bullpen this season.

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Toronto Blue Jays pitcher Shane Bieber (57) walks back to the dugout after the second inning against the Baltimore Orioles at Rogers Centre.

February 20, 2026

Toronto Blue Jays announce important injury update on Shane Bieber

Shane Bieber making massive progress in his throwing program provides the exact medical update Blue Jays fans have been begging for.

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Toronto Blue Jays manager John Schneider (14) looks on for spring training practice at Blue Jays Player Development Complex.

February 20, 2026

Toronto Blue Jays expected to cut veteran slugger

Nathan Lukes missing the Opening Day roster provides a massive depth advantage that fuels hope for a Blue Jays championship run.

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Toronto Blue Jays pitcher Eric Lauer (56) fields the ball during workouts at Rogers Centre.

February 20, 2026

Eric Lauer voices frustration with the Toronto Blue Jays

Eric Lauer is frustrated about losing his rotation spot, but his unselfish attitude gives the Blue Jays the ultimate weapon for a title run.

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Toronto Blue Jays right fielder Anthony Santander (25) hits a solo home run against the Los Angeles Angels during the eighth inning at Angel Stadium.

February 19, 2026

Toronto Blue Jays are actually to blame for Anthony Santander injury as news information is disclosed

Anthony Santander is sidelined with labrum surgery, but this definitive fix is the exact reset he needs to reclaim his elite power.

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Toronto Blue Jays President and CEO Mark Shapiro and Executive Vice President, Baseball Operations and General Manager Ross Atkins talk during batting pratice on media day before game one of the World Series at Rogers Centre.

February 19, 2026

MLB executives vote the Blue Jays as having signed the worst deal of the off-season

Dylan Cease being voted the worst offseason signing by MLB executives is exactly the chip on the shoulder this rotation needs.

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Toronto Blue Jays center fielder Daulton Varsho (5) answers questions at the World Series media day interviews at Rogers Centre.

February 19, 2026

Daulton Varsho finally breaks silence on his contract extension with the Toronto Blue Jays

Daulton Varsho breaks his silence on a new contract, and his four-word response brings absolute joy to our fanbase.

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Toronto Blue Jays starting pitcher Chris Bassitt (40) at press conference during game five of the 2025 MLB World Series at Dodger Stadium.

February 19, 2026

Former Blue Jay Chris Bassitt makes bold statement towards the MLB and Rob Manfred

Chris Bassitt fired back at the growing salary cap rumors today to protect the future of every player on the diamond.

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Toronto Blue Jays second baseman Andres Gimenez (0) works out during spring training practice at Player Development Complex.

February 19, 2026

Toronto Blue Jays provide injury update on Andres Gimenez

Andrés Giménez spoke to media at Spring Training about his ankle injury recovery and his readiness for the 2026 season.

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Toronto Blue Jays manager John Schneider (14) talks with infielder Kazuma Okamoto (7) during spring training practice at Player Development Complex.

February 19, 2026

Toronto Blue Jays announce starters for first two games of Spring Training

Eric Lauer and Fernando Perez opening up Spring Training this weekend gives us an incredibly exciting look at the rotation.

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Toronto Blue Jays infielder Kazuma Okamoto (7) bats during spring training practices.

February 19, 2026

Sportsnet drops the official spring training broadcast schedule for the Toronto Blue Jays

John Schneider and the Toronto Blue Jays officially begin their title defense with a massive spring training broadcast schedule.

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Washington Nationals manager Blake Butera (10) reacts after getting tagged out by second baseman Luis Garcia Jr. (2) during a spring training workout at CACTI Park of The Palm Beaches.

February 19, 2026

Toronto Blue Jays involved in multiple player trade offer with the Washington Nationals

Luis Garcia Jr. hitting the trade block creates a massive wave of excitement for our playoff aspirations.

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Toronto Blue Jays pitcher Kevin Gausman (34) takes a break during spring training at the Bobby Mattick Training Center at Englebert Complex.

February 19, 2026

Blue Jays Kevin Gausman speaks on if he will retire at the end of the season

Kevin Gausman sparked retirement whispers, but this uncertainty fuels a massive push to finish the job for the Toronto Blue Jays.

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Tampa Bay Rays pitcher Garrett Cleavinger (60) reacts to a bases loaded hit by pitch against the Minnesota Twins during the seventh inning at Target Field.

February 19, 2026

Toronto Blue Jays trade offer announced for Tampa Bay Rays 2.35 ERA pitcher

Garrett Cleavinger is drawing heavy trade interest from the Toronto Blue Jays, sparking a wave of pure optimism for a shutdown bullpen this summer.

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Toronto Blue Jays manager John Schneider (14) during spring training practices.

February 18, 2026

Toronto Blue Jays manager John Schneider sends message to the rest of the MLB

John Schneider fully embraces the intense pressure of 2026, and his fearless mindset is exactly what this clubhouse needs to finish the job.

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Toronto Blue Jays pitcher Mason Fluharty (68) works out during spring training practice at Player Development Complex.

February 18, 2026

Toronto Blue Jays have 4 players headed for the trading block

Vladimir Guerrero Jr. and the Toronto Blue Jays are trimming the roster to build an unstoppable force for October.

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Toronto Blue Jays manager John Schneider (14) talks to a group of players during spring training at the Bobby Mattick Training Center at Englebert Complex.

February 18, 2026

Toronto Blue Jays place pitcher on 60-day IL

Bowden Francis moves to the 60-day injured list, opening a valuable roster spot for Ben Cowles as the Blue Jays aggressively build their depth.

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