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Tampa Bay Rays pitcher Freddy Peralta (51) speaks in a press conference after defeating the Cleveland Guardians in game six of the ALCS for the 2026 MLB Playoffs at Tropicana Field.

October 26, 2026

Blue Jays urged to chase ALCS MVP Freddy Peralta this winter

Freddy Peralta is dominating October, and SI's Zion Trammel believes the Blue Jays should chase him in free agency.

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Chicago Cubs outfielder Seiya Suzuki against the Arizona Diamondbacks at Chase Field

October 26, 2026

New details regarding the Blue Jays acquring Seiya Suzuki

Seiya Suzuki drew 81 walks this season, and that number might matter as much as his power to the Blue Jays.

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Toronto Blue Jays pitcher Kevin Gausman (34) tips his hat as he leaves the dugout to warm up before playing the St. Louis Cardinals at Rogers Centre.

October 26, 2026

Kevin Gausman lists his Toronto mansion for less than he paid for

Kevin Gausman has reportedly put his Toronto home on the market for $6.885 million.

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October 26, 2026

Blue Jays personnel leaves the organization after 8 years

Richard Lee Sam is no longer with the Blue Jays. The club's social media manager announced his departure on X after eight seasons with the organization.

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Colorado Rockies infielder Ezequiel Tovar (14) throws to first for an out in the first inning against the Seattle Mariners at Coors Field.

October 26, 2026

Blue Jays take a risk in acquiring Rockies shortstop Ezequiel Tovar in major deal

Ezequiel Tovar has been floated as a buy-low trade target for the Blue Jays.

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Toronto Blue Jays designated hitter Daniel Vogelbach (20) hits a two-run double against the Pittsburgh Pirates during the fifth inning at Rogers Centre

October 26, 2026

Ex-Blue Jay Daniel Vogelbach has a real chance at winning the World Series

Daniel Vogelbach is two wins away from a World Series ring, just not as a player.

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Toronto Blue Jays infielder Josh Kasevich (86) singles during the second inning against the New York Yankees at TD Ballpark.

October 26, 2026

Five Blue Jays players at risk for Rule 5 decision November 17th

Nolan Perry headlines five Blue Jays prospects facing a Rule 5 decision by Nov.

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Montreal Expos former player Vladimir Guerrero Sr. acknowledges the crowd as Toronto Blue Jays designed hitter Vladimir Guerrero Jr. (27) looks at the first pitch ball against the Tampa Bay Rays at Rogers Centre

October 26, 2026

Vladimir Guerrero Sr. steps up following Vladdy's problems

Vladimir Guerrero Sr. is stepping in to help his son this winter. The Hall of Famer says he'll work more with the Blue Jays slugger in the Dominican Republic.

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Miami Marlins second baseman Otto Lopez (6) scores a run against the Atlanta Braves in the seventh inning at loanDepot Park

October 25, 2026

Blue Jays looking to bring back MLB hits leader and reunite with Otto Lopez

Otto Lopez led the majors in hits this season, and the Blue Jays once let him go.

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Minnesota Twins relief pitcher Jeff Hoffman (24) pitches the ball against the San Francisco Giants during the ninth inning at Oracle Park.

October 25, 2026

Blue Jays still need to pay Jeff Hoffman a sizeable amount of money next season

Jeff Hoffman will pitch for the Twins in 2027, but the Blue Jays are still paying part of the bill.

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Toronto Blue Jays start pitcher Shane Bieber (57) throws a pitch against the New York Yankees during the first inning at Rogers Centre.

October 25, 2026

New development regarding Shane Bieber's future on Toronto

Shane Bieber's 2026 with the Blue Jays was a roller coaster that ended too soon.

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Arizona Diamondbacks pitcher Michael Soroka (34) delivers during the first inning against the Arizona Diamondbacks at Petco Park.

October 25, 2026

Blue Jays looking to bring home Canadian star starting pitcher Michael Soroka

Michael Soroka might be the best-value starter on the free-agent market, and the Blue Jays should bring the Alberta native home.

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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 25, 2026

Andres Gimenez and Brandon Valenzuela linked to blockbuster deal for Toronto

A new trade idea sends Andrés Giménez and Brandon Valenzuela to the Yankees.

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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 25, 2026

Brett Bateman job in jeopardy due to Blue Jays off-season target

Brett Bateman produced more value in 41 games than Vladimir Guerrero Jr. did all season but still might get replaced due to his power.

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Toronto Blue Jays starting pitcher Jose Berrios (17) throws a pitch against the New York Yankees in the second inning during spring training at George M. Steinbrenner Field.

October 25, 2026

Blue Jays urged to make 3-player trade involving Jose Berrios

A new trade idea sends José Berrios and $20 million to the Astros for Jeremy Peña and Jake Meyers.

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Toronto Blue Jays relief pitcher Louis Varland (77) delivers a pitch against the Detroit Tigers in the ninth inning at Rogers Centre.

October 25, 2026

Louis Varland gives Blue Jays their best closer since Henke

Louis Varland just handed the Blue Jays a closer season that belongs in the same conversation as Tom Henke.

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OCTOBER 16, 1990: Todd Benzinger during batting practice at Riverfront Stadium before game one of the World Series in Cincinnati. 1990 Cincy Reds 20

October 24, 2026

Todd Benzinger, Reds 1990 World Series hero, dies at 63

Todd Benzinger, the switch-hitter who caught the final out of the Reds' 1990 World Series sweep, died Wednesday at 63.

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Chicago Cubs designated hitter Michael Conforto against the Arizona Diamondbacks at Chase Field.

October 24, 2026

Blue Jays linked to contract offer for free agent slugger Michael Conforto

The Blue Jays need power for 2027, and Michael Conforto's rebound year with the Cubs makes him a bargain bat worth chasing this winter.

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Toronto Blue Jays outfielder Anthony Santander (25) waits his turn at batting practice during workouts at Rogers Centre.

October 24, 2026

Blockbuster 3-player trade idea that would send Anthony Santander back to Baltimore

A new trade idea sends Anthony Santander back to the Orioles with pitcher Chad Dallas for infielder Jordan Westburg.

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Los Angeles Angels third baseman Anthony Rendon (6)is congratulated in the dugout after scoring on a home run by center fielder Mickey Moniak (16) in the first inning against the Los Angeles Dodgers at Angel Stadium.

October 24, 2026

Blue Jays have their own Anthony Rendon situation with Jose Berrios

José Berrios didn't throw a pitch in 2026, and the Blue Jays are now staring at the same contract hangover the Angels just escaped.

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Philadelphia Phillies second baseman Luis Arraez (4) hits an RBI double against the Washington Nationals during the third inning at Nationals Park.

October 24, 2026

Blue Jays linked to Luis Arraez at $18 million a year

The Blue Jays are being linked to Luis Arraez this October, and the contact hitter's price tag could land at $18 million per season.

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