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Detroit Tigers pitcher Tarik Skubal high-fives teammates in the dugout after a pitching change during the seventh inning at Comerica Park in Detroit on Wednesday, May 14, 2025.

January 22, 2026

New trade development between Blue Jays and Tigers for Tarik Skubal

Toronto Blue Jays and Tarik Skubal trade rumors are heating up amid Detroit arbitration tension.

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Toronto Blue Jays short stop Bo Bichette (11) and Manager John Schneider (14) in the dugout in the fourth inning against the Houston Astros at Rogers Centre.

January 22, 2026

Former teammate reveals Bo Bichette's tension with Blue Jays coaching staff and front office

Bo Bichette and the Toronto Blue Jays are still one headline, with Whit Merrifield keeping the clubhouse conversation alive.

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Toronto Blue Jays second basemen Andres Gimenez (0) slides into third base in the sixth inning for game seven of the 2025 MLB World Series at Rogers Centre.

January 22, 2026

Andrés Giménez now under serious pressure from the Toronto Blue Jays following latest update

Toronto Blue Jays now lean on Andrés Giménez after Bo Bichette, and the trade has to pay off.

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Blue Jays announce they have signed 27 players

January 21, 2026

Toronto Blue Jays announce the signing of 27 international free agents

Toronto Blue Jays international free agents class adds Juan Caricote Michael Mesa and Dominican Republic talent to the 2026 pipeline.

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Toronto Blue Jays shortstop Bo Bichette (11) gets interviewed by television broadcaster Hazel Mae following a win over the Kansas City Royals at Rogers Centre.

January 21, 2026

Hazel Mae passes on Bo Bichette heartbreaking final message to Blue Jays fans

Bo Bichette's final message to Toronto Blue Jays fans hit the city hard today.

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Miami Marlins shortstop Xavier Edwards (9) and second base Otto Lopez (6) celebrate win against the Philadelphia Phillies at Citizens Bank Park.

January 21, 2026

Toronto Blue Jays looking at trade with the Miami Marlins for star shortstop

Toronto Blue Jays trade talk could circle Xavier Edwards as a 2026 second base upgrade with real bat to ball.

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Toronto Blue Jays president and CEO Mark Shapiro watches batting practice before a game against the Los Angeles Angels at Rogers Centre.

January 21, 2026

Toronto Blue Jays sign shortstop with .350 batting average to one year deal

The Toronto Blue Jays announced that they have agreed to a one year deal with international free agent shortstop David Vargas.

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Toronto Blue Jays pitcher Yariel Rodriguez (29) reacts after getting the final out of the sixth inning of game four of the ALDS round of the 2025 MLB playoffs against the New York Yankees at Yankee Stadium.

January 21, 2026

Toronto Blue Jays invite 20 non-roster players to Spring Training with two major players left out

Toronto Blue Jays spring training invites dropped Wednesday and the JoJo Parker and Johnny King omission instantly became the story.

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Bo Bichette speaks on the city of New York during Mets press conference

January 21, 2026

Bo Bichette takes subtle shot at the city of Toronto during press conference

Bo Bichette met the New York Mets media and Toronto Blue Jays fans heard every word.

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Bo Bichette explains why he chose the New York Mets over the Blue Jays in press conference

January 21, 2026

Former Toronto Blue Jay Bo Bichette explains why he chose the New York Mets

Bo Bichette used winning talk and third base flexibility to explain choosing the New York Mets over a Toronto Blue Jays return.

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New York Yankees left fielder Cody Bellinger (35) rounds the bases after hitting a home run in the sixth inning against the Toronto Blue Jays during game two of the ALDS round for the 2025 MLB playoffs at Rogers Centre.

January 21, 2026

Free agent outfielder Cody Bellinger signs 5 year deal

The New York Yankees announced that they have reached an agreement with outfielder Cody Bellinger as the Toronto Blue Jays are left empty handed.

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New York Yankees left fielder Cody Bellinger (35) celebrates in the dugout after scoring in the third inning against the Washington Nationals at Yankee Stadium.

January 21, 2026

Toronto Blue Jays fate with Cody Bellinger has been confirmed

Toronto Blue Jays Cody Bellinger chatter is fading, right after the Kyle Tucker whiff.

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Toronto Blue Jays shortstop Bo Bichette (11) takes batting practice before a game against the Chicago Cubs at Rogers Centre.

January 21, 2026

New York Mets announce Bo Bichette's surprising number change

The New York Mets have announced that former Toronto Blue Jays shortstop Bo Bichette will wear number 19 this upcoming season.

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Toronto Blue Jays relief pitcher Yimi Garcia (93) is relieved by Toronto Blue Jays manager John Schneider (14) in the ninth inning against the Cleveland Guardians at Rogers Centre.

January 21, 2026

Toronto Blue Jays health update on pitcher Yimi Garcia

Toronto Blue Jays 40-man roster hinges on Yimi García health, shaping the 2026 bullpen and late innings.

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Toronto Blue Jays shortstop Bo Bichette (11) is congratulated after hitting a home run against the Houston Astros in the third inning during spring training at TD Ballpark.

January 20, 2026

New York Mets make important announcement concerning Bo Bichette

Toronto Blue Jays, Bo Bichette, New York Mets collide again as his first comments are finally coming.

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Toronto Blue Jays second baseman Ernie Clement (22) and shortstop Bo Bichette (11) celebrate a win over the San Francisco Giants at Rogers Centre.

January 20, 2026

Ernie Clement's reacts to Bo Bichette leaving the Toronto Blue Jays

Toronto Blue Jays Bo Bichette exit has Ernie Clement emotional, and New York Mets reality is setting in.

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A Toronto Blue Jays cap and jersey sit on the table before the Toronto Blue Jays press conference at Rogers Centre.

January 20, 2026

Toronto Blue Jays announce signing of right handed pitcher

Toronto Blue Jays announced that they have signed free agent right handed pitcher Adrian Moreta.

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Toronto Blue Jays shortstop Bo Bichette (11) reacts after hitting a three run home run against the Los Angeles Dodgers in the third inning for game seven of the 2025 MLB World Series at Rogers Centre.

January 20, 2026

Toronto Blue Jays underwhelming odds of winning the World Series revealed

Toronto Blue Jays World Series odds, Vladimir Guerrero Jr, AL East pressure are out, and the number says Toronto is close but not close enough.

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Toronto Blue Jays shortstop Bo Bichette (11) walks onto the field for batting practice before a game against the Cleveland Guardians at Rogers Centre.

January 20, 2026

Bo Bichette takes aim at the Rogers Centre in recent comments

Former Toronto Blue Jays shortstop Bo Bichette was apparently not a fan of the turf at the Rogers Centre which apparently played a part in his decision.

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January 20, 2026

Toronto Blue Jays unveil new 50th anniversary logo

Toronto Blue Jays 50th anniversary logo talk is here, and Rogers Centre history is about to get louder.

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New York Yankees left fielder Cody Bellinger (35) reacts after flying out during the third inning against the Boston Red Sox during game two of the Wildcard round for the 2025 MLB playoffs at Yankee Stadium.

January 20, 2026

Eye opening update announced between the Toronto Blue Jays and Cody Bellinger

The Toronto Blue Jays have now pivoted towards Cody Bellinger since losing Kyle Tucker this off-season and Jim Bowden just gave some insight on the subject.

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