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Toronto Blue Jays left fielder Davis Schneider (36) celebrates scoring against the Cleveland Guardians during the first inning at Rogers Centre.

April 30, 2026

Davis Schneider breaks silence on the tragic passing of his brother

Davis Schneider gave Toronto a reminder this week that some of the Blue Jays' most important stories never show up in the box score.

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

April 30, 2026

Newly acquired all-star starting pitcher set to make Blue Jays debut

Seojun Moon is finally headed into games, and John Schneider's organization is about to get its first real look at one of the most intriguing young arms

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Toronto Blue Jays center fielder Randal Grichuk (15) throws home during the third inning against the Boston Red Sox at Fenway Park.

April 30, 2026

Yankees cut ties with beloved former Blue Jays outfielder

Randal Grichuk is back in roster limbo after the Yankees designated the former Blue Jays outfielder for assignment Wednesday.

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Toronto Blue Jays manager John Schneider (14) walks onto the field during batting practice before a game against the Cleveland Guardians at Rogers Centre.

April 29, 2026

John Schneider discusses reason for closed door meeting

John Schneider gathered the Blue Jays for a "State of the Squad" meeting, and the manager zeroed in on a problem Toronto can't keep ignoring.

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Toronto Blue Jays infielder Charles McAdoo (26) signs autographs during spring training practices.

April 29, 2026

The Blue Jays have themselves a new star slugger

Charles McAdoo is making John Schneider's organization pay attention, and the Blue Jays may not be able to keep him in Buffalo much longer.

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Toronto Blue Jays catcher Alejandro Kirk (30) and Toronto Blue Jays starting pitcher Jose Berrios (17) look at a tablet in the dugout against the Miami Marlins during the sixth inning at loanDepot Park.

April 29, 2026

Jose Berrios rehab start takes concerning turn in Triple-A

Jose Berrios gave John Schneider a rough rehab night Tuesday, just when the Blue Jays hoped his return decision might get easier.

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Toronto Blue Jays pitcher Jose Berrios (17) works out for spring training practice at Blue Jays Player Development Complex.

April 29, 2026

Blue Jays pitcher Jose Berrios 1st start of the season announced

Jose Berrios gave John Schneider a real target date, and the Blue Jays finally know when his first start is lined up.

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Toronto Blue Jays catcher Tyler Heineman (55) celebrates the win with relief pitcher Louis Varland (77) against the Boston Red Sox at the end of the ninth inning at Rogers Centre.

April 29, 2026

Blue Jays announce lineup for final game vs. the Red Sox

Ernie Clement got John Schneider's leadoff call Wednesday as the Blue Jays tried to finish the Red Sox series with a cleaner offensive look.

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Toronto Blue Jays designated hitter George Springer (4) works out during batting practice before a game against the Boston Red Sox at Rogers Centre.

April 29, 2026

Blue Jays DFA silver slugger to make room for George Springer

Eloy Jiménez lost his roster spot Tuesday when John Schneider got George Springer back in the Blue Jays lineup mix.

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April 29, 2026

Blue Jays announce season ending injury for another pitcher

Nic Enright gave the Blue Jays organization another pitching setback Sunday when they placed the right-hander on the full-season injured list.

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Toronto Blue Jays first baseman Vladimir Guerrero Jr. (27) celebrates the win with shortstop Andres Gimenez (0) against the Cleveland Guardians at the end of the ninth inning at Rogers Centre.

April 29, 2026

Blue Jays receive worrying injury update on Andres Gimenez

Andres Gimenez gave John Schneider a clearer picture Tuesday, saying he is managing ongoing hamstring tightness while staying in the Blue Jays' plans.

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Pittsburgh Pirates first baseman Spencer Horwitz (2) takes a throw at first base to end the eighth inning against the Washington Nationals at PNC Park.

April 29, 2026

Spencer Horwitz’s breakout is making Blue Jays regret their decision

Spencer Horwitz is making John Schneider's old roster squeeze look tougher by the week in Pittsburgh.

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New York Mets shortstop Bo Bichette (19) is interviewed after defeating the Minnesota Twins at Citi Field.

April 28, 2026

Bo Bichette trade chatter could force Blue Jays into major decision

Bo Bichette has given Carlos Mendoza a fresh problem, and Toronto has to be watching what comes next in New York.

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A view of a Toronto Blue Jays hat before game four of the ALDS round for the 2025 MLB playoffs between the New York Yankees and the Toronto Blue Jays at Yankee Stadium.

April 28, 2026

Blue Jays trade infielder to the Dodgers

Tyler Fitzgerald's Blue Jays run ended almost as quickly as it started, with Toronto flipping the infielder to the Dodgers

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Chicago White Sox shortstop Tanner Murphy throws a double play after forcing out Toronto Blue Jays right fielder George Springer (4) during the fifth inning at Rate Field.

April 28, 2026

George Springer reveals why he is still out of Blue Jays lineup

George Springer still is not back, and the Blue Jays now have a clearer reason why Toronto keeps waiting.

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Los Angeles Angels pitcher Jordan Romano (68) reacts after defeating the Toronto Blue Jays at Angel Stadium

April 28, 2026

Jordan Romano is officially done in the MLB

Jordan Romano is a free agent again, and the Angels' decision only sharpens the question of what is left of the former Blue Jays closer.

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Boston Red Sox shortstop Trevor Story (10) throws the ball to second baseman Marcelo Mayer (11) to start a double play against the Toronto Blue Jays in the third inning at Rogers Centre.

April 28, 2026

Blue Jays shake up lineup for second game against Red Sox

George Springer stayed out Tuesday, and John Schneider built another Blue Jays lineup without one of his usual table-setters.

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Toronto Blue Jays pitcher Trey Yesavage (39) pitches against the Los Angeles Dodgers in the eighth inning during game seven of the 2025 MLB World Series at Rogers Centre.

April 28, 2026

Trey Yesavage return helps Blue Jays but does not fix biggest concern

Trey Yesavage gave John Schneider a boost, but the Blue Jays still have a bigger problem than 1 arm fixing everything.

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Toronto Blue Jays bench coach Don Mattingly during batting pratice on during media day before game one of the World Series at Rogers Centre.

April 28, 2026

Former Blue Jays bench coach Don Mattingly gets new manager role

Don Mattingly is back in the manager's chair after the Phillies fired Rob Thomson and handed the former Blue Jays bench coach the job for the rest of 2026.

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Sportsnet announces the passing of broadcaster John Garrett

April 28, 2026

Sportsnet shares heartbreaking news on longtime broadcaster’s passing

John Garrett's passing leaves Sportsnet, the Canucks, and a generation of hockey fans without one of the most familiar voices the game has known. He was 74.

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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.

April 28, 2026

Dylan Cease injury scare has the Blue Jays shaking

Dylan Cease gave John Schneider a real scare Monday before the Blue Jays manager got the news he wanted most: his starter was okay.

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