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Toronto Blue Jays third baseman Kazuma Okamoto (7) hits a two run home run against the Minnesota Twins in the ninth inning at Target Field.

May 4, 2026

Blue Jays announce balanced lineup against the Rays

George Springer gives John Schneider a veteran look at the top as the Blue Jays open their Rays series in Tampa Bay Monday night.

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Toronto Blue Jays pitcher Louis Varland (77) throws to Minnesota Twins center fielder James Outman (30) in the ninth inning at Target Field.

May 4, 2026

Blue Jays get important Louis Varland update from MLB

Louis Varland gave John Schneider the bullpen answer he needed in April, and MLB just put an award on it.

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Toronto Blue Jays catcher Alejandro Kirk (30) waits for a drill to start during spring training at Bobby Mattick Training Center at Englebert Complex.

May 4, 2026

Alejandro Kirk's return could force Blue Jays to move on from veteran

Brandon Valenzuela is making John Schneider’s next catcher decision a lot tougher than the Blue Jays expected.

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Toronto Blue Jays manager John Schneider (14) relieves starting pitcher Dylan Cease in the sixth inning against the Boston Red Sox at Rogers Centre.

May 4, 2026

John Schneider responds to Tyler Heineman's comments after loss

Tyler Heineman’s answer left John Schneider exposed after the Blue Jays manager refused to explain why he pulled his catcher mid-game.

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John Sterling, Edgewater, NJ resident and the voice of the Yankees on radio on Aug. 17, 2012 in Bronx, New York.

May 4, 2026

Yankees share heartbreaking news on legendary announcer's passing

John Sterling leaves Aaron Boone and the Yankees with a silence that no lineup card or radio booth can really cover.

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Miami Marlins pitcher Pete Fairbanks (29) and Miami Marlins catcher Agustin Ramirez (50) meet on the mound against the Atlanta Braves in the eight inning at Truist Park.

May 4, 2026

Blue Jays top trade target goes down with major injury

The Blue Jays top trade deadline target Pete Fairbanks has suffered a major setback that could alter him going anywhere this season.

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Toronto Blue Jays relief pitcher Trevor Richards looks on as Houston Astros shortstop Jeremy Pena (3) rounds the bases after hitting a solo home run in the seventh inning at Rogers Centre.

May 4, 2026

Former Blue Jays pitcher gets off to horrendous start in Philadelphia

Trevor Richards gave Don Mattingly a messy first look Thursday, and the former Blue Jays reliever nearly let Philadelphia’s lead slip away.

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Toronto Blue Jays third baseman Addison Barger (47) hits a two-rbi single against the Detroit Tigers in the third inning during spring training at TD Ballpark.

May 3, 2026

Blue Jays get incredible update on Addison Barger

Addison Barger gave John Schneider the exact rehab sign the Blue Jays wanted Sunday when he homered in his first game with Single-A Dunedin.

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Toronto Blue Jays starting pitcher Jose Berrios (17) walks towards the dugout against the Baltimore Orioles during the second inning at Rogers Centre.

May 3, 2026

Latest Jose Berrios update raises major questions about his Blue Jays future

José Berríos gave John Schneider another reason to hesitate Sunday, and Toronto’s rehab gamble is starting to look harder to justify.

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Toronto Blue Jays catcher Tyler Heineman (55) looks on after striking out during the fifth inning against the Los Angeles Angels at Angel Stadium.

May 3, 2026

Tyler Heineman makes feelings clear after John Schneider's 6th-inning decision

Tyler Heineman gave John Schneider a careful answer after Sunday’s mid-game hook, but the quote still carried a little sting.

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

May 3, 2026

Fans turn on John Schneider for controversial decision against the Twins

Tyler Heineman put John Schneider under fire Sunday when the Blue Jays let him hit with the bases loaded instead of going to the bench.

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Jesus Sanchez injures himself rounding first base against the Twins

May 3, 2026

Blue Jays share Jesus Sanchez injury update after scare vs Twins

Jesús Sánchez gave John Schneider a jolt Sunday when he stumbled rounding first, then stayed in the game after a quick check.

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Toronto Blue Jays designated hitter George Springer (4) reviews video during the seventh inning against the Boston Red Sox at Rogers Centre.

May 3, 2026

John Schneider reveals the plan for George Springer moving forward

George Springer gave John Schneider another scare, but the Blue Jays are treating this one with caution instead of panic.

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

May 3, 2026

Blue Jays top shortstop prospect takes major step with latest promotion

Arjun Nimmala gave the front office another reason to watch the farm closely after Toronto moved the shortstop up to Double-A New Hampshire.

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Toronto Blue Jays third baseman Kazuma Okamoto (7) celebrates his solo home run against the Minnesota Twins in the sixth inning at Target Field.

May 3, 2026

Blue Jays reveal surprising lineup changes for game vs Twins

Yohendrick Pinango gives John Schneider a new leadoff look as the Blue Jays chase a series win Sunday in Minnesota.

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Toronto Blue Jays right fielder Nathan Lukes (38) looks on against the Cleveland Guardians at Rogers Centre.

May 3, 2026

Nathan Lukes clears first step in Blue Jays rehab

Nathan Lukes gave John Schneider a small but needed boost Friday as the Blue Jays outfielder resumed hitting in the batting cages.

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Baltimore Orioles starting pitcher Chris Bassitt (40) delivers a pitch against the Pittsburgh Pirates during the first inning at PNC Park.

May 2, 2026

Former Blue Jays pitcher Chris Bassitt has taken matters into his own hands in Baltimore

Chris Bassitt is already pushing Craig Albernaz’s Orioles rotation, and Blue Jays fans know exactly how that usually lands.

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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.

May 2, 2026

Blue Jays release outfielder after win over the Twins

The Blue Jays have officially released Eloy Jimenez following win against the Twins.

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May 2, 2026

Blue Jays announce MRI results on George Springer

George Springer gave John Schneider a scare, but the Blue Jays got the answer they needed after Saturday’s exit.

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The baseball cap and jersey sit on the table before the press conference of Toronto Blue Jays Kazuma Okamoto (not pictured) at Rogers Centre.

May 2, 2026

Blue Jays uncover intriguing new flamethrower with major upside

Johnny King is giving John Schneider a reason to watch Vancouver closely, because the Blue Jays’ 19-year-old lefty is carving up High-A hitters right now.

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May 2, 2026

George Springer injury update after exiting the game

George Springer gave John Schneider another jolt Saturday when a pitch caught the same injured toe and forced him out of the game.

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