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Toronto Blue Jays pitcher Max Scherzer (31) throws against the Arizona Diamondbacks in the first inning at Chase Field.

April 24, 2026

John Schneider stacks Blue Jays rotation for Guardians

John Schneider lined up Max Scherzer first as the Blue Jays set their rotation for a big Guardians series in Toronto.

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Toronto Blue Jays designated hitter George Springer (4) hits a grand slam during the fourth inning against the New York Yankees at TD Ballpark.

April 24, 2026

George Springer’s return could force Blue Jays into tough veteran decision

George Springer is getting close, and John Schneider is heading toward one of the Blue Jays' toughest roster calls of the month.

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Chicago White Sox pitcher Seranthony Dominguez (58) celebrates after defeating the Kansas City Royals at Kauffman Stadium.

April 23, 2026

4 Former Blue Jays are stumbling with new clubs

Four ex-Blue Jays have stumbled early, and John Schneider's club has at least one small consolation in a rough April.

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Toronto Blue Jays pitcher Trey Yesavage (39) pitches against the Los Angeles Dodgers in the fifth inning during game five of the 2025 MLB World Series at Dodger Stadium.

April 23, 2026

Blue Jays facing tough rotation decision once Trey Yesavage returns

Eric Lauer might be done with the Blue Jays or at least wit4h the starting rotation when Trey Yesavage returns.

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Toronto Blue Jays pitcher Brendon Little (54) throws to first base to get out Colorado Rockies right fielder Troy Johnston (20) during the tenth inning at Rogers Centre.

April 23, 2026

Brendon Little is forcing his way back onto the Blue Jays roster

Brendon Little is giving John Schneider a reason to rethink Toronto's bullpen pecking order.

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Toronto Blue Jays manager John Schneider makes a pitching change in the seventh inning against the Milwaukee Brewers at American Family Field.

April 23, 2026

Blue Jays get badly needed injury boost for starting rotation

Jose Berrios gave John Schneider the kind of rehab outing the Blue Jays badly needed Wednesday.

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Toronto Blue Jays pitcher Taijuan Walker (00) delivers a pitch during the first inning against the Baltimore Orioles at Sahlen Field.

April 23, 2026

Phillies release former Blue Jays right hander from $72 million contract

Taijuan Walker gave Rob Thomson no more room, and the Phillies finally cut bait on the former Blue Jays right-hander Thursday.

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Baltimore Orioles starting pitcher Chris Bassitt (40) reacts in the third inning against the Cleveland Guardians at Progressive Field.

April 23, 2026

Chris Bassitt’s situation in Baltimore just took another bad turn

Chris Bassitt gave Craig Albernaz another short, messy start Tuesday, and it only made Toronto look smarter for letting him walk.

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Toronto Blue Jays pitcher Eric Lauer (56) reacts after giving up a solo home run to Arizona Diamondbacks third baseman Nolan Arenado (28) during the fourth inning at Chase Field.

April 23, 2026

Eric Lauer reveals Blue Jays were unaware of injury during loss to Angels

Eric Lauer put John Schneider in a tough spot by admitting the Blue Jays did not really know about the neck issue he had been managing.

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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.

April 23, 2026

Yasiel Puig signs in Toronto as former Dodgers star returns to pro baseball

Yasiel Puig is headed to Toronto, and the Maple Leafs just made the loudest move the Canadian Baseball League has ever seen.

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Chicago White Sox second baseman Lenyn Sosa (50) hits a single against the New York Yankees during the second inning at Yankee Stadium.

April 23, 2026

Blue Jays’ side of recent trade is looking better by the day

Patrick Corbin and Lenyn Sosa tell you exactly where John Schneider's Blue Jays are right now: they are not waiting around for this season to fix itself.

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Toronto Blue Jays pitcher Trey Yesavage (39) works out for spring training practice at Blue Jays Player Development Complex.

April 22, 2026

Trey Yesavage criticized by fans over autograph controversy

Trey Yesavage gave John Schneider another sign of his growing buzz this week, and this one showed up in the card market instead of the bullpen.

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Toronto Blue Jays pitcher Eric Lauer (56) delivers during the first inning against the Los Angeles Angels at Angel Stadium.

April 22, 2026

Blue Jays share injury update on Eric Lauer after 5 inning exit

Eric Lauer gave John Schneider a fresh worry Wednesday after the Blue Jays manager spotted tape behind the pitcher's neck during the game.

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Toronto Blue Jays pitcher Jeff Hoffman (23) reacts after striking out Los Angeles Angels second baseman Adam Frazier (20) during the ninth inning at Angel Stadium.

April 22, 2026

Blue Jays seem to have found their new closer

Jeff Hoffman has given John Schneider a bullpen problem, and Louis Varland is suddenly the one Blue Jays reliever who makes the most sense to fix it.

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Philadelphia Phillies first baseman Bryce Harper (3) before a game against the Atlanta Braves at Citizens Bank Park.

April 22, 2026

Blue Jays rising prospect has unexpected message for Bryce Harper

Austin Smith gave John Schneider's Blue Jays a bold reminder this week by tying his own style to Bryce Harper's edge.

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Toronto Blue Jays pitcher Trey Yesavage (39) walks off the mound after the fourth inning against the Los Angeles Dodgers during game five of the 2025 MLB World Series at Dodger Stadium.

April 22, 2026

Blue Jays get rough Trey Yesavage update after rough rehab start

Trey Yesavage gave John Schneider a warning sign Tuesday, and it came at the worst time for a Blue Jays rotation waiting on his return.

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

April 22, 2026

John Schneider finally addresses Jeff Hoffman’s future as Blue Jays closer

Jeff Hoffman and John Schneider are heading into a bigger Blue Jays conversation after another shaky finish on the mound.

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Los Angeles Angels third baseman Yoan Moncada (10) is out at second as Toronto Blue Jays shortstop Andres Gimenez (0) throws to first for the out against first baseman Nolan Schanuel (18) during the ninth inning at Angel Stadium.

April 22, 2026

Blue Jays announce lineup as Toronto looks to finish sweep of the Angels

Ernie Clement got John Schneider's leadoff nod as the Blue Jays chased a sweep in Anaheim Wednesday.

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A pair of Toronto Blue Jays hats and gloves in the dugout during the first inning against the Los Angeles Dodgers at Rogers Centre.

April 22, 2026

Blue Jays sign former Twins catcher as Toronto adds needed depth

Patrick Winkel is headed to Toronto as the Blue Jays signed the former Twins catcher to a minor league contract.

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Jordan Romano speaks about his time in Philadelphia

April 22, 2026

What Jordan Romano said about his former team before Blue Jays matchup raised eyebrows

Jordan Romano went on Sportnet 590 ahead of his matchup against the Blue Jays taking a clear shot at Phillies fans.

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Toronto Blue Jays center fielder Daulton Varsho (5) and third baseman Addison Barger (47) and right fielder Nathan Lukes (38) talk in the outfield in the eighth inning against the Los Angeles Dodgers during game six of the 2025 MLB World Series at Rogers Centre.

April 22, 2026

Blue Jays outfielder emerging as Tigers trade target

Daulton Varsho has given John Schneider a hard call as Detroit's center-field need starts lining up with Toronto's bigger deadline questions.

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