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Blue Jays could look to reunite with Kirby Yates

December 24, 2025

Toronto Blue Jays looking at reunion with two-time all-star pitcher

The Toronto Blue Jays are being urged to reunite with one of their former pitchers in Kirby Yates to help the bullpen

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Toronto Blue Jays manager John Schneider (14) relieves pitcher Max Scherzer (31) in the fifth inning against the Los Angeles Dodgers during game three of the 2025 MLB World Series at Dodger Stadium

December 24, 2025

Max Scherzer finally gets an update on his future in the MLB

Former Toronto Blue Jays pitcher Max Scherzer is still looking for a new deal but it looks like he will sign as he was rated one of the most underrated free agents

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Tampa Bay Rays pitcher Pete Fairbanks (29) throws a pitch during the ninth inning against the St. Louis Cardinals at George M. Steinbrenner Field.

December 24, 2025

Toronto Blue Jays miss out of one of their top targets as blockbuster signing is announced

The Toronto Blue Jays have been very interested in free agent Pete Fairbanks but it looks like that deal will not happened as he just signed with the Miami Marlins

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Los Angeles Angels designated hitter Mike Trout (27) and pitcher Ryan Johnson (32) high five after they beat the Tampa Bay Rays at George M. Steinbrenner Field.

December 24, 2025

Toronto Blue Jays trade offer with the Los Angeles Angels for 22 year old future star

The Toronto Blue Jays were recently linked to Los Angeles Angels pitcher Ryan Johnson

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Have the Blue Jays completely disregarded Bo Bichette?

December 24, 2025

The reasoning why the Toronto Blue Jays have yet to sign Bo Bichette revealed

The Toronto Blue Jays seemed to have put Bo Bichette on the back burner, as they explore other options, despite Bichette wanting to stay in Toronto.

Marshall Stinson

The Toronto Blue Jays know they aren't good enough yet

December 23, 2025

Mark Shapiro reveals the Toronto Blue Jays plans in free agency moving forward

Despite all the additions this offseason, the Toronto Blue Jays know they still need to a few pieces to be competitive.

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Toronto Blue Jays GM Ross Atkins speaks on Ricky Tiedemann

December 23, 2025

Toronto Blue Jays Ross Atkins makes unexpected comments on their young pitcher

Toronto Blue Jays GM Ross Atkins recently stated to Keegan Matheson that the team could have use for Ricky Tiedemann next season

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Toronto Blue Jays players gather and watch a pitching change against Boston Red Sox in the eighth inning at Rogers Centre. From left are third baseman Darwin Barney (18), shortstop Ryan Goins (17) , left fielder Steve Pearce (28) and second baseman Rob Refsnyder (39)

December 23, 2025

The Seattle Mariners have signed former Toronto Blue Jays outfielder

Former Toronto Blue Jays outfielder Rob Refsnyder signs new contract with the Seattle Mariners

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Blue Jays comes out as clear winners in trade for 2022 for Daulton Varsho

December 23, 2025

Toronto Blue Jays came out as the clear winners in trade with the Arizona Dimaondbacks

The Toronto Blue Jays traded for centerfielder Daulton Varsho back in 2022 and looking back they clearly won this trade without a doubt

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Toronto Blue Jays designated hitter Alan Roden (83) celebrates with catcher Christian Bethancourt (60) after hitting a home run against the Philadelphia Phillies in the sixth inning during spring training at BayCare Ballpark.

December 23, 2025

The Chicago Cubs sign former Toronto Blue Jays catcher one year deal

Former Toronto Blue Jays catcher Christian Bethancourt signs news deal with the Chicago Cubs

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Chicago Cubs designated hitter Kyle Tucker (30) runs the bases after hitting a single during the first inning against the San Francisco Giants at Oracle Park.

December 23, 2025

Toronto Blue Jays receive bad news regarding their pursuit of Kyle Tucker

The Toronto Blue Jays seem to still want to make a move on Kyle Tucker but the latest reports suggest they are no longer favorites to land him

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Toronto Blue Jays pitcher Jeff Hoffman (23) enters the game in the eighth inning against the Seattle Mariners during game four of the ALCS round for the 2025 MLB playoffs at T-Mobile Park.

December 23, 2025

The Toronto Blue Jays seem to finally have found their new closer

The Toronto Blue Jays are in all kinds of free agency rumours, but one thing is for sure they need a new closer, and they may have found one.

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The bond between Toronto Blue Jays players continues to strengthen

December 22, 2025

Ernie Clements sends a direct message to Vladimir Guerrero Jr

The Toronto Blue Jays had a memorable season, and the bond between Ernie Clement and Vladimir Guerrero Jr. was on full display recently.

Marshall Stinson

Chicago Cubs designated hitter Kyle Tucker (30) celebrates with teammates after scoring during the second inning against the San Diego Padres during game three of the Wildcard round for the 2025 MLB playoffs at Wrigley Field

December 22, 2025

Multiple Toronto Blue Jays players publicly try to recruit free agent Kyle Tucker

Multiple Toronto Blue Jays players decided to do their part in recruiting free agent Kyle Tucker

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Toronto Blue Jays catcher Alejandro Kirk (30) and Toronto Blue Jays pitcher Zach Pop (56) celebrate the last out of the ninth inning against the Oakland Athletics at Rogers Centre.

December 22, 2025

Former Toronto Blue Jays pitcher Zach Pop lands surprising deal with the Philadelphia Phillies

The Philadelphia Phillies announced that they have signed former Toronto Blue Jays pitcher Zach Pop to a major league deal

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New York Yankees second baseman Jazz Chisholm Jr. (13) forces out Toronto Blue Jays third baseman Ernie Clement (22) and tries to turn a double play during the eighth inning during game four of the ALDS round for the 2025 MLB playoffs at Yankee Stadium.

December 22, 2025

Blockbuster 4-player trade proposal between Toronto Blue Jays and New York Yankees for Jazz Chisholm Jr

A trade proposal was recently put forward that would bring Jazz Chisholm to the Toronto Blue Jays in exchange for 3 players

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Blue Jays announce $20 tickets for certain games next season

December 22, 2025

Toronto Blue Jays announce new $20 tickets offer for 2026 season

The Toronto Blue Jays announced that they will be putting $20 tickets of sale for certain games next season

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St. Louis Cardinals relief pitcher Matt Svanson (49) pitches against the Colorado Rockies during the seventh inning at Busch Stadium.

December 22, 2025

Toronto Blue Jays paying the price for bad completed trade with St Louis Cardinals

The Toronto Blue Jays traded Matt Svanson to the St Louis Cardinals back in 2023 and the trade has age very poorly

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Former Toronto Blue Jays catcher Ali Sanchez signs with the New York Yankees

December 22, 2025

New York Yankees sign former Toronto Blue Jays catcher

The New York Yankees announced that they have signed former Toronto Blue Jays catcher Ali Sanchez to a minor league deal

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Akron RubberDucks first baseman Jorge Burgos (24) gets under a fly ball hit by Altoona Curve centerfielder Mitch Jebb (19) during the sixth inning of an MiLB baseball game at Canal Park on Tuesday, May 20, 2025, in Akron, Ohio.

December 22, 2025

Toronto Blue Jays acquire former Cleveland Guardians outfielder

The Toronto Blue Jays announced that they have reached an agreement with former Cleveland Guardians outfielder Jorge Burgos

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Today marks three decades since one of the worst trades in Blue Jays history

December 21, 2025

Completed trade between the Toronto Blue Jays and New York Mets still one of the team's worst decisions

It's been 29 years ago today, that the Toronto Blue Jays traded John Olerud to the New York Mets for Robert Person.

Marshall Stinson