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Blue Jays' reliever taking a step back in his recovery process

Yimi Garcia’s rehab start ended early due to elbow soreness, and his next outing is postponed to determine recovery timeline.

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After a rough stretch, Blue Jays' top prospect bounces back with a big week in Dunedin

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Brandon Barriera beginning to show exactly why he was a Blue Jays first round pick

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Blue Jays' first playoff manager, Hall of Famer Bobby Cox, passes away at 84

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Blue Jays' prospect Arjun Nimmala collects a coule of firsts at the Double-A level

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Former Blue Jays manager Bobby Cox passes away at age 84

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Blue Jays' reliever taking a step back in his recovery process

Yimi Garcia’s rehab start ended early due to elbow soreness, and his next outing is postponed to determine recovery timeline.

After a rough stretch, Blue Jays' top prospect bounces back with a big week in Dunedin

JoJo Parker started hot with a first pro homer, then struggled, but recent multi-hit games show early adjustment and ongoing potential.

Brandon Barriera beginning to show exactly why he was a Blue Jays first round pick

After years of injuries, Brandon Barriera is regaining form with improved velocity and run prevention for Dunedin.

Blue Jays' first playoff manager, Hall of Famer Bobby Cox, passes away at 84

Bobby Cox led the Blue Jays to major early success, then left for the Braves, creating a major historical “what if” about Toronto’s potential championships.

Blue Jays' prospect Arjun Nimmala collects a coule of firsts at the Double-A level

Arjun Nimmala has started Double-A with early offensive production and strong middle-infield defense after a May 2 promotion.

Former Blue Jays manager Bobby Cox passes away at age 84

Bobby Cox led the Blue Jays and Braves to major success, earned Hall of Fame honors, and set an MLB record for ejections.

Instant Reaction: Blue Jays drop third in a row with extra inning loss against Tampa Bay Rays

Rays beat Blue Jays 7-6 in extra innings, extending a 5-0 season record, with McClanahan’s dominant pitching and Cleavinger’s first 2026 save.

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Blue Jays avoid the worst case scenario with Addison Barger's latest IL stint

Blue Jays Gameday (May 12): Toronto hosts Rays looking to snap two-game losing streak

Blue Jays face Rays ace Shane McClanahan and left-hander Patrick Corbin after consecutive losses, needing improved offense to close the gap in AL East.

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As Blue Jays struggle to hit the long ball, embracing small ball may be more advantageous

Spencer Miles among options Blue Jays are considering for vacant fifth starter's job

Eric Lauer was designated for assignment after poor 2026 performance, ending his key 2025 role as a rotation stabilizer for the Blue Jays.

Yariel Rodriguez pleased to rejoin Blue Jays after losing 40-man spot, hoping improved arsenal can lead to renewed success

Yariel Rodríguez returns to the Blue Jays as a reliever after a strong Triple-A start, replacing Eric Lauer and pitching low-leverage innings.

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Instant Reaction: Blue Jays drop third in a row with extra inning loss against Tampa Bay Rays

Rays beat Blue Jays 7-6 in extra innings, extending a 5-0 season record, with McClanahan’s dominant pitching and Cleavinger’s first 2026 save.

Blue Jays avoid the worst case scenario with Addison Barger's latest IL stint

Elbow tests show no ligament damage or bone chips, suggesting Addison Barger’s injured-list stay will be shorter than feared.

Blue Jays Gameday (May 12): Toronto hosts Rays looking to snap two-game losing streak

Blue Jays face Rays ace Shane McClanahan and left-hander Patrick Corbin after consecutive losses, needing improved offense to close the gap in AL East.

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As Blue Jays struggle to hit the long ball, embracing small ball may be more advantageous

Toronto trails in power production early, while Tampa Bay and Milwaukee use frequent, successful bunting to generate offense and sustain rallies.

Spencer Miles among options Blue Jays are considering for vacant fifth starter's job

Eric Lauer was designated for assignment after poor 2026 performance, ending his key 2025 role as a rotation stabilizer for the Blue Jays.

Yariel Rodriguez pleased to rejoin Blue Jays after losing 40-man spot, hoping improved arsenal can lead to renewed success

Yariel Rodríguez returns to the Blue Jays as a reliever after a strong Triple-A start, replacing Eric Lauer and pitching low-leverage innings.

3 Blue Jays positional player prospects who have shined so far in 2026

Kazuma Okamoto leads Toronto’s offense while minor-league prospects Peyton Williams and Charles McAdoo deliver strong early 2026 production.

Adjustments behind Kazuma Okamoto's booming offensive turnaround

Kazuma Okamoto has adapted well to MLB, becoming the Toronto Blue Jays' most productive hitter after initial struggles.

Blue Jays can't afford to waste all-time chemistry season from Kazuma Okamoto

Kazuma Okamoto's signing has positively impacted the Blue Jays both on the field and in the clubhouse.

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3 Blue Jays positional player prospects who have shined so far in 2026

Kazuma Okamoto leads Toronto’s offense while minor-league prospects Peyton Williams and Charles McAdoo deliver strong early 2026 production.

Adjustments behind Kazuma Okamoto's booming offensive turnaround

Kazuma Okamoto has adapted well to MLB, becoming the Toronto Blue Jays' most productive hitter after initial struggles.

Blue Jays can't afford to waste all-time chemistry season from Kazuma Okamoto

Kazuma Okamoto's signing has positively impacted the Blue Jays both on the field and in the clubhouse.

Blue Jays pitching prospect Jake Bloss struck out four in return to game action

Jake Bloss returned from Tommy John surgery and has prior MLB experience, making him a potential internal option for the Blue Jays’ fifth rotation spot.

Blue Jays officially call-up Yariel Rodriguez from Triple-A Buffalo among flurry of roster moves

Yariel Rodríguez was added to Toronto’s active roster for the opener after strong Triple-A performance, with control issues remaining a key concern.

Familiar face reportedly en route to re-joining Blue Jays

Yariel Rodríguez is expected to return to the Toronto Blue Jays after a strong Triple-A start, with roster moves still pending.

Report: Blue Jays recalling Yariel Rodriguez from Triple-A Buffalo

Yariel Rodriguez is expected to be called up by the Blue Jays for a game versus the Rays, with a corresponding roster move pending.

Blue Jays officially call-up Yariel Rodriguez from Triple-A Buffalo among flurry of roster moves

Yariel Rodríguez was added to Toronto’s active roster for the opener after strong Triple-A performance, with control issues remaining a key concern.

Familiar face reportedly en route to re-joining Blue Jays

Yariel Rodríguez is expected to return to the Toronto Blue Jays after a strong Triple-A start, with roster moves still pending.

Report: Blue Jays recalling Yariel Rodriguez from Triple-A Buffalo

Yariel Rodriguez is expected to be called up by the Blue Jays for a game versus the Rays, with a corresponding roster move pending.

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Spencer Miles just showed why he should move ahead of Eric Lauer on the Blue Jays' depth chart

Spencer Miles’ opener start succeeded, but Eric Lauer’s bulk outing turned a 1-0 lead into a 4-1 deficit, prompting calls for rotation role changes.

Blue Jays could have a Canadian fall into their laps at 2026 MLB draft due to CBT penalty

The Blue Jays face a 10-pick penalty and will draft at 39th overall, but a 2026 mock draft projects their first pick as Canadian left-hander Sean Duncan.

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AL East Notes: Contreras, Suarez, Barger, Rogers, Cole

Willson Contreras left after a hit by a 94mph pitch with negative X-rays, and the Red Sox will reassess during the off-day.

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Blue Jays To Select Yariel Rodriguez's Contract

Yariel Rodriguez will be added to Toronto’s roster from Triple-A Buffalo before a game versus the Rays, requiring a corresponding 26-man move.

How the Toronto Blue Jays could go the Canadian route with their first pick in the 2026 MLB Draft

Toronto will pick at #39 in the 2026 MLB Draft due to Competitive Balance Tax penalties and postseason performance fallout.

The Blue Jays need a strong May showing against their AL East rivals

Blue Jays sit 9.5 games behind Yankees after a Rays sweep, but face Tampa again at Rogers Centre with Addison Barger returning.

Instant Reaction: Blue Jays swept at Tropicana Field, fall 3-0 to Rays in series finale

Toronto Blue Jays lost 3-0 to Tampa Bay Rays, marking their second sweep of the 2026 MLB season.

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Blue Jays Gameday (May 6): Toronto looks to snap three-game losing streak in series finale against Rays

Instant Reaction: Blue Jays drop one late, fall to Rays for second day in a row

The Toronto Blue Jays lost 4-3 to the Tampa Bay Rays, marking their third consecutive defeat at Tropicana Field.

Blue Jays Gameday (May 4): Eric Lauer looks to build off solid outing in series opener against Rays

The Toronto Blue Jays face the Tampa Bay Rays on the road, needing to maintain recent performance against a strong starting pitcher.

Series Preview: Blue Jays visit Tropicana Field for first time since September 2024 in showdown with Rays

The Toronto Blue Jays are improving, facing the Tampa Bay Rays for the first time this season at Tropicana Field.

The Blue Jays need a strong May showing against their AL East rivals

Blue Jays sit 9.5 games behind Yankees after a Rays sweep, but face Tampa again at Rogers Centre with Addison Barger returning.

Instant Reaction: Blue Jays swept at Tropicana Field, fall 3-0 to Rays in series finale

Toronto Blue Jays lost 3-0 to Tampa Bay Rays, marking their second sweep of the 2026 MLB season.

Blue Jays Gameday (May 6): Toronto looks to snap three-game losing streak in series finale against Rays

The Toronto Blue Jays must win the series finale against the Tampa Bay Rays to avoid a disappointing road trip.

Instant Reaction: Blue Jays drop one late, fall to Rays for second day in a row

The Toronto Blue Jays lost 4-3 to the Tampa Bay Rays, marking their third consecutive defeat at Tropicana Field.

Blue Jays Gameday (May 4): Eric Lauer looks to build off solid outing in series opener against Rays

The Toronto Blue Jays face the Tampa Bay Rays on the road, needing to maintain recent performance against a strong starting pitcher.

Series Preview: Blue Jays visit Tropicana Field for first time since September 2024 in showdown with Rays

The Toronto Blue Jays are improving, facing the Tampa Bay Rays for the first time this season at Tropicana Field.

Role change has made this Blue Jays reliever a surprising trade deadline target

Injuries and underperformance have hurt the Blue Jays, and Jeff Hoffman’s struggles have made him a potential trade deadline target.

Max Scherzer and the Blue Jays are frustrated by his latest health report

Max Scherzer remains sidelined with forearm discomfort despite a clean MRI, creating uncertainty about his return and potential for additional missed time.

Angels' Alek Manoah will serve as reliever vs. Blue Jays this weekend

Right now we need an arm in the bullpen. So he'll be in the bullpen down there to give us an extra arm. And then we'll reevaluate where we are after that.

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AL Playoff Standings paint easiest picture ever for Blue Jays resurgence

The Toronto Blue Jays struggle with offensive consistency despite competitive run differential, but benefit from a weak AL where most teams remain below .500.

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Addison Barger's return this week should fuel Blue Jays offense

Blue Jays: Who gets sent down when Addison Barger returns?

Addison Barger is set to return, providing the Toronto Blue Jays with a much-needed power boost, impacting the current outfield roster decisions.

Blue Jays desperately needed to hear this good news about rehabbing outfielder

Addison Barger hit a two-run home run in his first rehab game, signaling a positive return from injury for the Toronto Blue Jays.

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Addison Barger's return this week should fuel Blue Jays offense

Blue Jays: Who gets sent down when Addison Barger returns?

Addison Barger is set to return, providing the Toronto Blue Jays with a much-needed power boost, impacting the current outfield roster decisions.

Blue Jays desperately needed to hear this good news about rehabbing outfielder

Addison Barger hit a two-run home run in his first rehab game, signaling a positive return from injury for the Toronto Blue Jays.

White Sox continue to stockpile their team with former Blue Jays after latest surprising trade

The Chicago White Sox acquired former Toronto Blue Jays reliever Trevor Richards from Philadelphia for cash considerations, continuing their pattern of signing ex-Jays players in 2026.

MLB executives already eating their words about this offseason deal by the Blue Jays

Cease, in particular, has been ridiculous. By fWAR, he's been the sixth-most valuable pitcher in the league, and his 2.13 FIP actually suggests he's been unlucky as far as his ERA (3.05) goes. Combined with an absurd penchant for striking out hitters -- he's rung up more than one-third of the batters he's faced this season -- it's no wonder that a panel of MLB executives agreed that he's been the best free-agent signing from this past offseason.

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This Blue Jays player showing his "no walks, no problem" approach might just work after all

Lenyn Sosa's unique approach of not drawing walks has led to a successful batting average and run generation for the Blue Jays.

Blue Jays top prospect Arjun Nimmala collects first hit in Double-A New Hampshire debut

Arjun Nimmala made his Double-A debut, collecting one hit and striking out three times against the Portland Sea Dogs.

Blue Jays lined up as a potential trade partner for Marlins' ace

The Toronto Blue Jays are struggling in 2026 and need to improve their pitching rotation, potentially by acquiring Sandy Alcantara.

Canadian Owen Gregg promoted to Dunedin Blue Jays

Owen Gregg, a Canadian shortstop, joins the Dunedin Blue Jays after a strong performance in Rookie League Ball.

Blue Jays' rookie making the most of his first trip to the big leagues

Yohendrick Pinango has impressed with a .500 batting average since being called up to the Blue Jays, showcasing his potential as a key player.

Clock is ticking on Heineman as Kirk nears return to Blue Jays

Tyler Heineman's roster spot is in jeopardy due to poor performance and the return of Alejandro Kirk.

Blue Jays' Schneider had no choice but to hold this player accountable for lack of effort

Tyler Heineman's poor at-bat in a critical moment led to his removal from the game by Blue Jays manager John Schneider.

Clock is ticking on Heineman as Kirk nears return to Blue Jays

Tyler Heineman's roster spot is in jeopardy due to poor performance and the return of Alejandro Kirk.

Blue Jays' Schneider had no choice but to hold this player accountable for lack of effort

Tyler Heineman's poor at-bat in a critical moment led to his removal from the game by Blue Jays manager John Schneider.

Jose Berrios injury setback thrusts controversial Blue Jays pitcher back into the spotlight

The Toronto Blue Jays face pitching challenges as José Berríos undergoes an MRI, forcing Eric Lauer to remain in the starting rotation.

Blue Jays' Jose Berrios heading for MRI as elbow pain persists, Eric Lauer to remain in rotation

José Berríos will undergo an MRI after experiencing unexpected soreness during rehab for a stress fracture in his elbow.

Blue Jays' Jose Berrios struggles in latest rehab start as decision on return looms large

José Berríos struggled in his final rehab start, allowing seven earned runs and raising doubts about his readiness for the Blue Jays' roster.

Jose Berrios injury setback thrusts controversial Blue Jays pitcher back into the spotlight

The Toronto Blue Jays face pitching challenges as José Berríos undergoes an MRI, forcing Eric Lauer to remain in the starting rotation.

Blue Jays' Jose Berrios heading for MRI as elbow pain persists, Eric Lauer to remain in rotation

José Berríos will undergo an MRI after experiencing unexpected soreness during rehab for a stress fracture in his elbow.

Blue Jays' Jose Berrios struggles in latest rehab start as decision on return looms large

José Berríos struggled in his final rehab start, allowing seven earned runs and raising doubts about his readiness for the Blue Jays' roster.

Blue Jays fans questioning John Schneider's choice to use Vladdy as a pinch hitter

Fans are questioning manager John Schneider's in-game decisions after consecutive losses, particularly regarding player substitutions and batting order.

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LA Angels continue cutting ties with former Blue Jays relievers

The LA Angels released Nick Sandlin after a poor start, marking a shift away from former Blue Jays players.

Blue Jays' record vs. Rays proves Tropicana Field is a special kind of hell

The Toronto Blue Jays struggle significantly at Tropicana Field, mirroring the myth of Sisyphus with a poor record since 2008.

The Blue Jays have been forced to use more pitchers than expected early in 2026

Toronto Blue Jays faced significant challenges in the 2026 season due to injuries, using 21 pitchers early in the schedule.

Blue Jays: Reconciling expectations versus reality with Vladimir Guerrero Jr.

Vladimir Guerrero Jr. is struggling with home run production despite being a top hitter, showing a decline in flyball rate and quality of contact.

Blue Jays notebook: John Schneider provides injury updates on marquee players

George Springer and Addison Barger are set to return, while José Berríos struggles in rehab with a high ERA and low velocity.

4 Blue Jays who need to redeem themselves in May

Toronto Blue Jays have improved their performance, winning three of four series and regaining a wild card position in the AL.

Series Recap: Blue Jays split four-game series with Twins to remain two games below .500

The Toronto Blue Jays split a four-game series against the Minnesota Twins, ending a three-series win streak.

Blue Jays' failure to go off script after Twins' Joe Ryan injury spoke volumes

The Toronto Blue Jays failed to capitalize on an opportunity against the Minnesota Twins, losing 4-3 despite a late rally.

Series Recap: Blue Jays split four-game series with Twins to remain two games below .500

The Toronto Blue Jays split a four-game series against the Minnesota Twins, ending a three-series win streak.

Blue Jays' failure to go off script after Twins' Joe Ryan injury spoke volumes

The Toronto Blue Jays failed to capitalize on an opportunity against the Minnesota Twins, losing 4-3 despite a late rally.

Blue Jays named as a top suitor to land Astros star slugger at the deadline

The Toronto Blue Jays are considering acquiring Yordan Alvarez to enhance their roster amid a shaky start to the 2026 season.

Blue Jays: Patrick Corbin has unexpectedly brought stability to the rotation

Patrick Corbin has unexpectedly performed well for the Toronto Blue Jays, raising questions about the sustainability of his success.

Why Louis Varland was the Blue Jays' MVP for March/April 2026

The Toronto Blue Jays ended April 2026 with a 14-17 record, facing injuries but showcasing impressive performances, particularly from reliever Louis Varland.