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Independent baseball news written for fans of the Toronto Blue Jays, by fans of the team.

October 11, 2026

Trade offer between the Blue Jays and Yankees

The Blue Jays should buy low on Heliot Ramos this winter.

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Toronto Blue Jays manager John Schneider (14) speaks to the media in the dugout before a game against the Athletics at Sutter Health Park.

October 11, 2026

Blue Jays expected to cut these two players this off-season

The Blue Jays could cut ties with Jake Bloss this winter.

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The City Connect helmet of Toronto Blue Jays first baseman Vladimir Guerrero Jr. (27) rests in the dugout before a MLB game against the Cleveland Guardians at Rogers Centre

October 11, 2026

Beloved Blue Jay expected to be traded in the coming weeks

Davis Schneider could be the odd man out in the Blue Jays' outfield shuffle.

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Toronto Blue Jays general manager Ross Atkins speaks to the media during the press conference room at Rogers Centre.

October 11, 2026

What do the Blue Jays need for the perfect off-season?

Ross Atkins' offseason has to start with a proven bat, and Seiya Suzuki is the cleanest fit for a Blue Jays lineup that finished last in runs.

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Toronto Blue Jays center fielder Brett Bateman (21) reacts after hitting a single against the Cincinnati Reds during the eighth inning at Rogers Centre

October 11, 2026

Brett Bateman question his return to Toronto after rough season

Brett Bateman doesn't think he's earned a guaranteed Blue Jays job yet.

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Los Angeles Dodgers starting pitcher Tarik Skubal (29) looks on from the mound after giving up a solo home run to Atlanta Braves catcher Sean Murphy (12) in game one of the NLDS of the 2026 MLB Playoffs at Uniqlo Field at Dodger Stadium.

October 11, 2026

Could the Blue Jays steal one of the Dodgers star pitchers?

Tarik Skubal will hear from the Blue Jays this winter.

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Toronto Blue Jays outfielder Nathan Lukes (38) looks on pregame at Oriole Park at Camden Yards.

October 10, 2026

Blue Jay top priority of the off-season will directly impact Nathan Lukes

The Blue Jays' left-handed hitters were among the worst in baseball against southpaws in 2026.

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New York Yankees first baseman Paul Goldschmidt (48) hits a double in the fourth inning against the New York Mets at Yankee Stadium.

October 10, 2026

Blue Jays interested in acquiring future Hall of Famer for his .299 batting average vs lefties

Paul Goldschmidt wants to keep playing at 39, and the Blue Jays have exactly the kind of lineup hole a lefty-masher could fill.

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Toronto Blue Jays pitcher Jose Soriano (40) misplays a bunt hit by Cincinnati Reds center fielder Carlos Jorge (not shown) in the third inning at Rogers Centre.

October 10, 2026

José Soriano looking to make some big changes this off-season

José Soriano needs the same makeover that turned Louis Varland into a Blue Jays star.

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left fielder Randy Arozarena (56) takes a swing during an at-bat against the Los Angeles Angels at T-Mobile Park.

October 10, 2026

Blue Jays seem to have found themselves a new left fielder

The Blue Jays are being urged to chase Randy Arozarena this winter.

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Minnesota Twins pitcher Taylor Rogers (55) pitches against the Detroit Tigers during the sixth inning at Comerica Park.

October 10, 2026

Twins free agent pitcher makes it clear he wants to sign in Toronto

Taylor Rogers wants to join his twin brother with the Blue Jays if he doesn't re-sign with the Twins.

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Toronto Blue Jays manager John Schneider walks back to the dugout during the sixth inning against the Texas Rangers at Globe Life Field.

October 10, 2026

Blue Jays urged to avoid trading for AL all-star

Jazz Chisholm Jr. got booed by Yankees fans on his way out of the ALDS. The Blue Jays should only call if he wants a one-year deal this winter.

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Toronto Blue Jays first baseman Vladimir Guerrero Jr. (27) looks on during the first inning at Oriole Park at Camden Yards.

October 10, 2026

Vladimir Guerrero Jr. has surgery to start the off-season

Vladimir Guerrero Jr. has undergone laser eye surgery after the worst season of his Blue Jays career. Whether it fixes the swing is another question.

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Toronto Blue Jays shortstop Andres Gimenez (0) throws out Cincinnati Reds first baseman Sal Stewart (not pictured) at first base during the ninth inning at Rogers Centre.

October 10, 2026

Blue Jays are finally done with Andres Gimenez

Andrés Giménez's glove is still elite heading into the offseason.

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Former Cincinnati Reds first baseman Joey Votto

October 9, 2026

Joey Votto tells Vladimir Guerrero Jr exactly what he needs to change

Joey Votto has a simple fix for Vladimir Guerrero Jr.: watch his dad.

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Toronto Blue Jays designated hitter George Springer (4) makes a heart shape with his hands to salute the fans after defeating the Cincinnati Reds at Rogers Centre.

October 9, 2026

George Springer expected to sign with rebuilding franchise

George Springer could be the veteran bat the Pirates need, and the former Blue Jays star would walk straight into Marcell Ozuna's DH job.

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Toronto Blue Jays right fielder Anthony Santander (25) scores on a single from Toronto Blue Jays second baseman Ernie Clement (22) (not pictured) during the fifth inning against the Seattle Mariners during game three of the ALCS round for the 2025 MLB playoffs at T-Mobile Park.

October 9, 2026

Blue Jays are set to make massive decision regarding Anthony Santander

Ross Atkins wants Anthony Santander thinking about the outfield in 2027.

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A detailed view of a Chicago Cubs hat and glove in the dugout before a game against the Atlanta Braves at Truist Park.

October 9, 2026

Blue Jays come out as big winners in completed trade with the Cubs

Brett Bateman has already tilted the Kevin Gausman trade in the Blue Jays' favour.

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The hat and glove of Toronto Blue Jays shortstop Andres Gimenez (0) in the dug out during an at bat against the Houston Astros at Rogers Centre.

October 9, 2026

Blue Jays announce quiet transaction involving another pitcher

The Blue Jays signed 18-year-old right-hander Windel Encarnacion to a minor-league deal on Wednesday, adding another young arm while the playoffs roll on

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Toronto Blue Jays third baseman Addison Barger (47) runs after hitting a single against the Los Angeles Dodgers in the second inning during game seven of the 2025 MLB World Series at Rogers Centre.

October 9, 2026

Blue Jays could move Addison Barger to a new position next season

The Blue Jays should move Addison Barger to second base.

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Toronto Blue Jays infielder Ernie Clement (22) nibbles on his thumb as he watches play against the Baltimore Orioles in the sixth inning at Rogers Centre.

October 9, 2026

Blue Jays have already found Ernie Clement's replacement

Blue Jays fans want Brandon Lowe at second base, and the idea makes more sense than Ernie Clement loyalists might like.

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