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Toronto Blue Jays designated hitter George Springer (4) slides into home plate scoring a run against the Tampa Bay Rays during the seventh inning at Rogers Centre.

May 13, 2026

Blue Jays reveal unexpected lineup changes for Rays series finale

Yohendrick Piñango is back near the top of John Schneider's lineup Wednesday as the Blue Jays try to avoid getting swept by the Rays at Rogers Centre.

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Toronto Blue Jays starting pitcher Dylan Cease (84) delivers a pitch against the Los Angeles Angels in the first inning at Rogers Centre.

May 13, 2026

John Schneider lines up Blue Jays next 4 starters

John Schneider has not fully locked it in yet, but the Blue Jays' next 4 starts are coming into focus.

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Toronto Blue Jays first baseman Vladimir Guerrero Jr. (27) hits an RBI single against the Tampa Bay Rays during the seventh inning at Rogers Centre.

May 13, 2026

John Schneider makes message clear as Vladimir Guerrero Jr. struggles continue

Vladimir Guerrero Jr. has John Schneider worried, and the Blue Jays manager thinks his star slugger is trying to do too much.

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Toronto Blue Jays center fielder Daulton Varsho (5) catches a fly ball for an out against the Tampa Bay Rays during the tenth inning at Rogers Centre.

May 13, 2026

Blue Jays provide injury update on Daulton Varsho

Daulton Varsho gave John Schneider a scare Tuesday, but the Blue Jays sound like they avoided another outfield problem.

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Toronto Blue Jays starting pitcher Kevin Gausman (34) waves to the fans after he is acknowledged for getting his 2,000th career strike out during the fourth inning against the Tampa Bay Rays at Rogers Centre.

May 13, 2026

Blue Jays looking to make worrying changes to rotation involving Kevin Gausman

Kevin Gausman and John Schneider are at the center of Toronto's next rotation call as the Blue Jays map out Detroit.

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Toronto Blue Jays pitcher Jake Bloss (39) throws a pitch against the New York Yankees during the first inning at George M. Steinbrenner Field.

May 12, 2026

Blue Jays rotation picture changes with Jake Bloss back in mix

Jake Bloss gave John Schneider a timely rehab step Tuesday as the Blue Jays keep searching for a fifth starter.

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Toronto Blue Jays first baseman Vladimir Guerrero Jr. (27) reacts after striking out against the Tampa Bay Rays in the first inning at Tropicana Field.

May 12, 2026

Vladimir Guerrero Jr.'s latest situation has Blue Jays fans worried

The Blue Jays need more out of Vladimir Guerrero Jr as they continue to slide.

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Toronto Blue Jays relief pitcher Nick Sandlin (52) throws a pitch against the Baltimore Orioles during the eighth inning at Rogers Centre

May 12, 2026

Beloved former Blue Jays pitcher signs with the Tigers

Nick Sandlin is heading to A.J. Hinch's organization after an injury-shortened Blue Jays run and a quick stop with the Angels.

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Toronto Blue Jays first baseman Vladimir Guerrero Jr. (27) scores against Los Angeles Angels catcher Sebastian Rivero (38) in the third inning at Rogers Centre.

May 12, 2026

Vladimir Guerrero Jr. sends message to teammates amid losing streak

Vladimir Guerrero Jr. knows John Schneider's Blue Jays need more from him while the losses keep stacking up.

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Toronto Blue Jays shortstop Andres Gimenez (0) catches Tampa Bay Rays pinch runner Ben Williamson (15) trying to steal second base during the ninth inning at Rogers Centre.

May 12, 2026

Blue Jays lineup shakeup signals urgency after latest setback

Myles Straw is in John Schneider's lineup Tuesday as the Blue Jays try to answer a rough loss to the Rays.

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A detailed view of an Oakland Athletics hat and glove on the field against the Atlanta Braves in the sixth inning at Truist Park

May 12, 2026

A's expected to close trade for Blue Jays pitcher

Eric Lauer may have landed on Mark Kotsay's radar fast after the Blue Jays designated him for assignment.

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Miami Marlins starting pitcher Chris Paddack (33) get ready to throw against the Philadelphia Phillies during the first inning at loanDepot Park

May 12, 2026

Eric Lauer's Blue Jays spot could go to recently released Marlins pitcher

Chris Paddack is suddenly in John Schneider's orbit as the Blue Jays look for innings after cutting Eric Lauer.

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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.

May 12, 2026

Yimi Garcia has unfortunate setback during rehab assignment

Yimi Garcia gave John Schneider a less encouraging update Tuesday after his first rehab outing left him dealing with extra elbow soreness.

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A detail view of a Toronto Blue Jays hat and glove against the Baltimore Orioles at Ed Smith Stadium.

May 12, 2026

Blue Jays acquire new pitcher following plethora of roster moves

Jack Nedrow gives John Schneider another arm after the Blue Jays cut Eric Lauer and watched injuries keep carving into the staff.

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Toronto Blue Jays catcher Alejandro Kirk (30) tags out New York Mets right fielder MJ Melendez (1) on a steal attempt in the third inning during spring training at TD Ballpark.

May 12, 2026

Alejandro Kirk update gives Blue Jays important clarity on his return

Alejandro Kirk gave John Schneider a needed rehab step Monday, but the Blue Jays catcher is not close to full duty yet.

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Los Angeles Dodgers outfielder Yasiel Puig (66) celebrates after hitting a three-run home run against the Milwaukee Brewers in the sixth inning in game seven of the 2018 NLCS playoff baseball series at Miller Park.

May 11, 2026

Yasiel Puig puts on masterful show for debut in Toronto

Yasiel Puig gave Rob Butler a jolt on Opening Day, blasting 2 home runs in his first game with the Toronto Maple Leafs.

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Toronto Blue Jays starting pitcher Kevin Gausman (34) throws a pitch against the Tampa Bay Rays in the second inning at Tropicana Field.

May 11, 2026

Kevin Gausman makes MLB history as Blue Jays erupt in celebration

Kevin Gausman gave John Schneider a milestone night Monday, and Rogers Centre made sure he felt every second of it.

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Toronto Blue Jays manager John Schneider against the Arizona Diamondbacks at Chase Field.

May 11, 2026

John Schneider explains Blue Jays DFA of Eric Lauer

Eric Lauer lost his Blue Jays roster spot Monday, and John Schneider made clear the call came down to results.

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Toronto Blue Jays third baseman Kazuma Okamoto (7) gets to second base after hitting a RBI double against the Los Angeles Angels in the first inning at Rogers Centre.

May 11, 2026

Blue Jays lineup gets major boost with young slugger's return

Yohendrick Piñango is back in John Schneider's lineup Monday, and the Blue Jays wasted no time dropping him into a big spot against Tampa Bay.

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Toronto Blue Jays outfielder Addison Barger (47) fields a ground ball during spring training at Bobby Mattick Training Center at Englebert Complex.

May 11, 2026

Blue Jays make roster move after bad Addison Barger MRI results

Addison Barger is back on the injured list, and manager John Schneider has turned to Yohendrick Piñango again for

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Toronto Blue Jays catcher Tyler Heineman (55) has a discussion with starting pitcher Eric Lauer (56) against the Los Angeles Angels in the fifth inning at Rogers Centre.

May 11, 2026

Blue Jays DFA veteran pitcher and call up replacement

Eric Lauer is out after another rough day, and manager John Schneider is turning back to Yariel Rodríguez for fresh bullpen

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