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Toronto Blue Jays second baseman Santiago Espinal (5) hits a two rbi double against the New York Yankees in the fifth inning at TD Ballpark.

August 6, 2026

Beloved former Blue Jays All-Star released by the Rangers

While plenty of players just found new homes at the trade deadline, one former Toronto Blue Jays All-Star is simply hoping somebody picks him up at all.

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Toronto Blue Jays pitcher Kevin Gausman (34) applauds the fans after being taken out of the game during the sixth inning against the St. Louis Cardinals at Rogers Centre.

August 6, 2026

Kevin Gausman draws criticism for Chicago vs. Toronto comments

Kevin Gausman's comparison between his new home and his old one hasn't sat well with everyone back in Toronto.

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The City Connect helmet of Toronto Blue Jays first baseman Vladimir Guerrero Jr. (27) rests in the dugout before a MLB game against the Cleveland Guardians at Rogers Centre.

August 6, 2026

Blue Jays release second basemen despite solid 2026 season

The Toronto Blue Jays have released second baseman Cade Doughty, a notable move given his standing as a 2022 second-round draft pick.

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Los Angeles Angels pitcher Jose Soriano (59) watches from the dugout during the seventh inning against the Milwaukee Brewers at Angel Stadium

August 5, 2026

Blue Jays shift to six-man rotation after deadline additions

The Toronto Blue Jays are expanding their rotation to six starters, a direct result of adding Jose Soriano, Spencer Arrighetti and Jameson Taillon

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Toronto Blue Jays relief pitcher Patrick Corbin (46) throws a pitch against the Tampa Bay Rays during the eighth inning at Rogers Centre.

August 5, 2026

Blue Jays place on 60-day IL with shoulder injury

Patrick Corbin's season took another difficult turn, with the Toronto Blue Jays transferring him to the 60-day injured list due to a shoulder issue.

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San Diego Padres relief pitcher Matt Waldron (61) throws a pitch during the fourth inning against the Toronto Blue Jays at Petco Park.

August 5, 2026

Blue Jays claim Padres pitcher off waivers

The Toronto Blue Jays added a genuinely unique arm to their pitching depth, claiming knuckleball specialist Matt Waldron off waivers from the San Diego Padres.

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Toronto Blue Jays starting pitcher Trey Yesavage (39) delivers a pitch during the second inning against the Houston Astros at Daikin Park.

August 5, 2026

Blue Jays another unfortunate roster move involving Trey Yesavage

The Toronto Blue Jays made the injury official today, placing Trey Yesavage on the 15-day injured list with left knee inflammation.

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Toronto Blue Jays designated hitter Eloy Jimenez (74) hits an RBI double during the first inning against the Boston Red Sox at JetBlue Park at Fenway South

August 5, 2026

Blue Jays release designated hitter following the trade deadline

The Toronto Blue Jays have released Eloy Jimenez for a second time this season, closing another short chapter with the once-prominent slugger.

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Toronto Blue Jays first baseman Vladimir Guerrero Jr. (27) bats during the third inning against the Houston Astros at Daikin Park.

August 5, 2026

John Schneider provides injury update on Vladimir Guerrero Jr after loss to the Astros

John Schneider isn't sounding any alarms over Vladimir Guerrero Jr., even after fans noticed him looking uncomfortable late in yesterday's game.

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Toronto Blue Jays pitcher Kevin Gausman (34) is taken out of the game during the sixth inning against the St. Louis Cardinals at Rogers Centre.

August 5, 2026

Taylor Gausman pens emotional goodbye to Blue Jays

It's the end of an era for Kevin Gausman and the Toronto Blue Jays, and his wife Taylor made sure fans knew exactly what these five years have meant to their family.

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Toronto Blue Jays starting pitcher Trey Yesavage (39) walks off the field after an apparent injury during the third inning against the Houston Astros at Daikin Park.

August 5, 2026

Blue Jays announce more details on Trey Yesavage's injury

Trey Yesavage's knee scare from yesterday's game against the Astros now has more detail attached, and an MRI is set for tomorrow to figure out exactly what's going

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Former Toronto Blue Jays player Kevin Pillar speaks to a member of the New York Mets during batting practice before a game at Rogers Centre.

August 4, 2026

Kevin Pillar makes intersting comments on Jeff Hoffman's legacy in Toronto

Kevin Pillar isn't letting one moment define how Jeff Hoffman should be remembered in Toronto.

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Toronto Blue Jays starting pitcher Trey Yesavage (39) delivers a pitch during the first inning against the Houston Astros at Daikin Park.

August 4, 2026

Trey Yesavage injury update after being pulled against the Astros

Something went wrong for Trey Yesavage before he even threw a pitch tonight.

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Toronto Blue Jays shortstop Arjun Nimmala (18) scores a run during the second inning against Team Canada at TD Ballpark

August 4, 2026

Sid Seixeiro faces backlash over his recent Blue Jays trade deadline comments

Sid Seixeiro isn't a fan of what the Toronto Blue Jays just gave up, and he's making that clear on his radio show.

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General view of a Miami Marlins hat and glove prior to the game against the Milwaukee Brewers at American Family Field

August 4, 2026

Blue Jays sign former Marlins right hander after trade deadline

The Toronto Blue Jays added right-hander Jake Faherty to the organization this week, a low-key signing that continues a pattern this front office has leaned on

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August 4, 2026

Blue Jays release two pitchers after of the deadline

The Toronto Blue Jays released two more minor leaguers this week, Noah Palmese and Mason Davenport, according to transaction logs out of Dunedin.

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Los Angeles Dodgers pitcher Eric Lauer (33) watches a game from the dugout during the seventh inning against the Seattle Mariners at Dodger Stadium

August 4, 2026

Former Blue Jays pitcher Eric Lauer now dealing with a serious problem in Los Angeles

Eric Lauer's fight for a permanent rotation spot just hit another obstacle, and this time it has nothing to do with performance.

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Toronto Blue Jays relief pitcher Jeff Hoffman (23) leaves the mound after being relieved in the sixth inning against the Tampa Bay Rays at Rogers Centre.

August 4, 2026

Jeff Hoffman delivers powerful message after being traded to the Twins

Jeff Hoffman didn't leave Toronto with any bitterness, only genuine appreciation for what he experienced there.

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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

August 4, 2026

Ross Atkins admits defeat in candid interview after the trade deadline

Ross Atkins didn't hide behind corporate speak in his first real interview after the trade deadline passed.

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Toronto Blue Jays designated hitter George Springer (4) has orange liquid dumped on him after defeating the St. Louis Cardinals at Rogers Centre

August 4, 2026

Blue Jays' playoff odds higher than anyone expected

Nobody expected these numbers to still mean something this deep into a rough season, but here they are.

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Toronto Blue Jays pitcher Lazaro Estrada (60) reacts after ending the fourth inning against the Chicago Cubs at Wrigley Field.

August 3, 2026

Blue Jays announce long list of roster moves following trade deadline

The Toronto Blue Jays made several roster moves following the trade deadline, with two new arrivals set to be active tonight.

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