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New York Yankees manager Aaron Boone (17) takes the ball from starting pitcher Ryan Yarbrough (33) during a pitching change during the third inning against the Baltimore Orioles at Yankee Stadium

October 8, 2026

Former Blue Jay becomes free agent following Yankees lost last night

Ryan Yarbrough is a free agent after the Yankees' season ended Wednesday night, and the former Blue Jays lefty makes plenty of sense in Toronto.

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Fans gather around a statue of Joe Carter to commemorate the Toronto Blue Jays back to back World Series wins out side of Rogers Centre before a game between the Tampa Bay Rays and Toronto Blue Jays.

October 8, 2026

Price to watch Blue Jays games on TV next season expected to skyrocket

Rogers just moved a chunk of NHL hockey behind Sportsnet+, and Blue Jays fans have every reason to wonder if their team is next.

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Toronto Blue Jays right fielder Jose Bautista (19) jersey as he stretches during spring training at Bobby Mattick Training Center.

October 8, 2026

Blue Jays acquire new shortstop for the start of the off-season

The Blue Jays signed Dutch shortstop Cayro Hazel over the weekend, adding another European prospect to the system.

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Detailed view of the batting helmet of Toronto Blue Jays first baseman Vladimir Guerrero Jr. in the first inning against the Arizona Diamondbacks at Chase Field

October 8, 2026

Blue Jays acquire young outfielder Orangel Guanaguaney

The Blue Jays have signed Orangel Guanaguaney, an 18-year-old outfielder from Venezuela, according to the club's transaction log.

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Toronto Blue Jays second baseman Andres Gimenez (center) and Toronto Blue Jays starting pitcher Shane Bieber (right) warm up during batting pratice on media day before game one of the World Series at Rogers Centre

October 8, 2026

Blue Jays expected to let go of fan favorite all-star this off-season

Bleacher Report predicts the Blue Jays will let Shane Bieber walk in free agency.

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Baltimore Orioles pitcher Chris Bassitt (40) prepares to pitch during the first inning at Oriole Park at Camden Yards.

October 7, 2026

Beloved former Blue Jays Chris Bassitt finally speaks on retirement plans

Chris Bassitt is a free agent again, and the Blue Jays have a rotation hole his name fits a little too neatly.

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Toronto Blue Jays have a moment of silence to mourn the passing of pitcher Duane Ward before the start of the game against the Chicago White Sox at Rogers Centre.

October 7, 2026

Blue Jays announce the tragic passing of Larry Millson

The Blue Jays are mourning Larry Millson, one of Canada's most respected baseball writers.

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Toronto Blue Jays relief pitcher Louis Varland (77) tosses a baseball as he talks with team mates before playing the Seattle Mariners at Rogers Centre

October 7, 2026

Louis Varland sends harsh message to teammates following bad season

Louis Varland says John Schneider's staff did right by riding the Blue Jays bullpen hard in 2026.

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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.

October 7, 2026

Blue Jays acquire new pitcher for bargain price

The Blue Jays are set to sign Taiwanese amateur pitcher Cai-Chen Long, their first deal with a Taiwanese amateur since 2003, by one count.

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New York Mets third baseman Bo Bichette (19) walks back to the dugout after striking out against the Washington Nationals during the seventh inning at Nationals Park.

October 7, 2026

New details revealed regarding Bo Bichette's future in New York

Bo Bichette has a $42 million decision to make with the Mets this winter.

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Toronto Blue Jays president Mark Shapiro looks on before game two of the 2025 MLB World Series against the Los Angeles Dodgers at Rogers Centre

October 7, 2026

Blue Jays odds at first overall pick in 2027 MLB draft revealed

The Blue Jays have a 1.04% shot at the first overall pick in the 2027 MLB Draft.

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Toronto Blue Jays general manager Ross Atkins talks with media at George M. Steinbrenner Field.

October 7, 2026

Blue Jays make their first signing of the off-season

The Blue Jays are set to sign Taiwanese amateur pitcher Cai-Chen Long, their first deal with a Taiwanese amateur since 2003, by one count.

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Toronto Blue Jays third baseman Kazuma Okamoto (7) hits a three RBI double against the Cincinnati Reds in the seventh inning at Rogers Centre.

October 7, 2026

MLB makes major announcement regarding Blue Jays rookie Kazuma Okamoto

Kazuma Okamoto made Baseball America's All-Rookie Team on Tuesday, but MLB Pipeline only gave the Blue Jays slugger a second-team nod.

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Toronto Blue Jays starting pitcher Mason Fluharty (68) hands the ball to Toronto Blue Jays manager John Schneider (14) during a pitching change during the first inning against the New York Yankees at Yankee Stadium

October 6, 2026

Mason Fluharty delivers message to Blue Jays fan base after disappointing season

John Schneider handed Mason Fluharty an MLB-high 83 appearances this season.

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Toronto Blue Jays relief pitcher Louis Varland (77) shakes hands with catcher Brandon Valenzuela (59) after a win over the Cincinnati Reds at Rogers Centre.

October 6, 2026

Blue Jays expected to give Brandon Valenzuela new role next season

Brandon Valenzuela enters the offseason with John Schneider facing a new question: how much more can Toronto ask from its rookie catcher?

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Toronto Blue Jays designated hitter George Springer (4) wipes tears away after playing his final MLB game against the Cincinnati Reds at Rogers Centre.

October 6, 2026

George Springer could end up in the AL Central with a final chance at a World Series

George Springer's time in Toronto is over, and the White Sox might be the most interesting fit on his market this winter.

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October 6, 2026

Former Blue Jays executive tragically passes away

Sam McDowell never played for Toronto, but his work with Blue Jays manager Cito Gaston's club became a remarkable second act in a baseball life that ended at 84.

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Toronto Blue Jays pinch hitter Davis Schneider (36) hits a double during the ninth inning against the Milwaukee Brewers at American Family Field

October 6, 2026

Trade development regarding Davis Schneider announced

Davis Schneider could be nearing a crossroads with John Schneider as the Blue Jays reshape their outfield this offseason.

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Toronto Blue Jays general manager Ross Atkins addresses the media before a game against the Tampa Bay Rays at Rogers Centre.

October 6, 2026

Blue Jays looking to reunite one of their players with his brother in free agency

Taylor Rogers has put John Schneider's Blue Jays on his preferred list as the veteran left-hander heads toward free agency.

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Toronto Blue Jays left fielder Davis Schneider (36) is greeted in the dugout after scoring off a single hit by shortstop Andrés Giménez (0), not pictured, in the third inning against the Boston Red Sox at Fenway Park.

October 6, 2026

Davis Schneider sends message to Blue Jays front office

Davis Schneider has a clear message for John Schneider after repeatedly bouncing between Toronto and Triple-A Buffalo: he refuses to treat it like failure.

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San Diego Padres pitcher Adrian Morejon (50) comes off the field after pitching during the eighth inning against the Pittsburgh Pirates at Petco Par

October 6, 2026

Blue Jays seems to have found their first major move of the off-season

Adrian Morejon is emerging as a major bullpen target for John Schneider as the Blue Jays map out an aggressive offseason.

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