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Toronto Blue Jays pitcher Max Scherzer (31) pitches against the Philadelphia Phillies during the third inning at Rogers Centre.

July 1, 2026

Max Scherzer finally speaks on his future with the Blue Jays

Max Scherzer and John Schneider finally have a real return path, and the Blue Jays right-hander is back on a game-week schedule.

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New York Mets right fielder Carson Benge (3) begins to run toward second base as Toronto Blue Jays first baseman Sean Keys (20) chases the ball in the ninth inning at Rogers Centre.

July 1, 2026

Blue Jays make last minute changes to Canada Day lineup

Koki Okamoto lands in the middle of Toronto's Canada Day lineup, and the Blue Jays are asking his bat to carry real weight behind Vladimir Guerrero Jr.

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Toronto Blue Jays designated hitter George Springer (4) reacts after scoring a run on a triple and an error against the New York Mets in the first inning at Rogers Centre.

July 1, 2026

Blue Jays make roster move involving George Springer and more

George Springer is headed to the paternity list, and the Blue Jays are replacing him with Jonatan Clase from Triple-A Buffalo.

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Toronto Blue Jays first baseman Vladimir Guerrero Jr. (27) sets up to catch a fly ball hit by Texas Rangers center fielder Wyatt Langford (not pictured) during the seventh inning at Rogers Centre.

July 1, 2026

Blue Jays provide injury update on Vladimir Guerrero Jr after pulling him from lineup

Vladimir Guerrero Jr.

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Starting Toronto Blue Jays pitcher Braydon Fisher (63) throws in the first inning against the Boston Red Sox at Fenway Park.

July 1, 2026

Blue Jays announce surprising Canada Day starting pitcher

Braydon Fisher gets the ball for Toronto on Canada Day, and the Blue Jays are handing a big stage to a pitcher who now owns tomorrow's spotlight.

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Toronto Blue Jays center fielder Myles Straw (3) is greeted by manager John Schneider (14) after his sacrifice fly scored second baseman Luis Urias (48) against the New York Mets in the fifth inning at Rogers Centre.

June 30, 2026

John Schneider's time in Toronto could be coming to an end after latest development

Vladimir Guerrero Jr.

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Toronto Blue Jays pitcher Max Scherzer (31) celebrates his career 3500th strike out against the Philadelphia Phillies during the first inning at Rogers Centre.

June 30, 2026

Blue Jays announce significant injury update on Max Scherzer

Max Scherzer was back in full uniform for John Schneider on bullpen day, and that made Toronto's latest injury update feel a lot more real.

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Toronto Blue Jays pitcher Patrick Corbin (46) is relived during the fourth inning against the Chicago Cubs at Wrigley Field.

June 30, 2026

Blue Jays officially move starting pitcher to the bullpen

Patrick Corbin is heading to the bullpen after John Schneider made the call, and the Blue Jays now have a hole in tomorrow's rotation.

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Toronto Blue Jays second baseman Luis Urias (48) hits a double against the New York Mets in the fifth inning at Rogers Centre.

June 30, 2026

Blue Jays shift lineup for Mets game

Sean Keys moves into a big spot as the Blue Jays roll out a new-look lineup against the Mets with Kevin Gausman on the mound.

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Toronto Blue Jays pitcher Simeon Woods Richardson (10) pitches to the Philadelphia Phillies during the eighth inning at Rogers Centre.

June 30, 2026

Blue Jays announce roster move ahead of Mets game

Simeon Woods Richardson cleared waivers and landed with Triple-A Buffalo, giving Toronto a cleaner path to reset his role.

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June 30, 2026

George Springer speaks candidly on Bo Bichette situation

George Springer gave John Schneider's Blue Jays the clearest line of Bo Bichette's return, and it sounded exactly like Toronto felt all night.

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Toronto Blue Jays third baseman Addison Barger (47) hits a double against the Los Angeles Dodgers in the ninth inning for game six of the 2025 MLB World Series at Rogers Centre.

June 30, 2026

Addison Barger shut down in major Blue Jays setback

Addison Barger gave John Schneider another brutal Blue Jays injury turn, and this one just got much bigger than an elbow rehab pause.

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New York Mets third baseman Bo Bichette (19) acknowledges fans applause after watching a video tribute before playing his former club the Toronto Blue Jays at Rogers Centre

June 30, 2026

Bo Bichette answers fans after reception back at Rogers Centre

Bo Bichette came back to Toronto in a Mets uniform, and the Blue Jays crowd made sure he felt exactly what he still means here.

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Toronto Blue Jays designated hitter Bo Bichette (11) celebrates with first baseman Vladimir Guerrero Jr. (27) after hitting a three run home run against the Los Angeles Dodgers in the third inning during game seven of the 2025 MLB World Series at Rogers Centre

June 30, 2026

Bo Bichette speaks on how his relationship with Vladimir Guerrero Jr has changed

Bo Bichette and John Schneider's Blue Jays history came rushing back Monday when Bichette tried to explain what Vladimir Guerrero Jr.

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Toronto Blue Jays starting pitcher Kevin Gausman (34) pitches to the Texas Rangers during the third inning at Rogers Centre.

June 29, 2026

Blue Jays looking to trade possibly trade off multiple veterans on expiring contracts

John Schneider is running out of runway, and the Blue Jays are getting close to a deadline choice they did not expect in March.

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A general view inside the stadium during the national anthems prior to game one of the 2025 MLB World Series between the Los Angeles Dodgers and the Toronto Blue Jays at Rogers Centre.

June 29, 2026

Blue Jays can now attend Canda Day game for free

John Schneider and the Blue Jays just got a Canada Day lift, with Rogers giving away 500 tickets for Wednesday's game.

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Baltimore Orioles pitcher Chris Bassitt (40) on the mound with the bases loaded against the Boston Red Sox in the third inning at Fenway Park.

June 29, 2026

Beloved former Blue Jays pitcher Chris Bassitt goes down with potential season ending injury

Chris Bassitt gave Craig Albernaz more rough Orioles timing Saturday, even with a little hope attached to the update.

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New York Mets shortstop Bo Bichette (19) reacts after striking out against the Philadelphia Phillies during the fifth inning at Citi Field.

June 29, 2026

Bo Bichette breaks down in tears during interview in his return to Toronto

Bo Bichette returned to Toronto with Andy Green's Mets and made it clear this trip to Rogers Centre still cuts deep.

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Toronto Blue Jays right fielder Nathan Lukes (38) waves to the fans as he rounds the bases on his two run home run against the Texas Rangers during the eighth inning at Rogers Centre.

June 29, 2026

Blue Jays announce lineup for Bo Bichette's return

George Springer gives John Schneider a veteran leadoff look again as the Blue Jays try to steady themselves against the Mets.

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Toronto Blue Jays starting pitcher Louie Varland (77) pitches to the Texas Rangers during the ninth inning at Rogers Centre.

June 29, 2026

Blue Jays announce full starting rotation for series against the Mets

Trey Yesavage gives John Schneider a bold Blue Jays opener against the Mets, and this series starts with real pressure on Toronto's mound.

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Toronto Blue Jays catcher Alejandro Kirk (30) gets Texas Rangers third baseman Josh Jung (6) out on a force play at home plate during the first inning at Rogers Centre.

June 29, 2026

Hazel Mae reveals the truth behind Vladimir Guerrero Jr and Alejandro Kirk altercation

Alejandro Kirk did not reject Vladimir Guerrero Jr.

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