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Former Toronto Blue Jays player Kevin Pillar speaks to a member of the New York Mets during batting practice before a game at Rogers Centre.

October 28, 2026

Kevin Pillar urges the Blue Jays to stay away from signing all-star free agent

Kevin Pillar doesn't think the Blue Jays should go all in on Tarik Skubal.

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Baltimore Orioles pitcher Chris Bassitt (40) prepares to pitch during the first inning at Oriole Park at Camden Yards.

October 28, 2026

MLBPA makes announcement regarding ex-Blue Jay Chris Bassitt

Chris Bassitt has been named the 2026 Players Choice Awards Marvin Miller Man of the Year.

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Toronto Blue Jays pitcher Shane Bieber (57) throws a pitch during the first inning against the Philadelphia Phillies at Citizens Bank Park.

October 28, 2026

Blue Jays have some tough decision to make as they pick between two veterans

If the Blue Jays can only afford one reunion, the debate comes down to Shane Bieber or Kevin Gausman.

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Houston Astros center fielder Daulton Varsho (18) makes a catch on a fly ball during the third inning against the Toronto Blue Jays at Daikin Park.

October 28, 2026

3 ex-Blue Jays crack the top 40 free agents available this off-season

Kevin Gausman, Shane Bieber and Daulton Varsho all landed on Jim Bowden's list of the top 40 free agents this winter.

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Toronto Blue Jays pitcher Dylan Cease (84) sits in the dugout after being relieved in the third inning after pitching 2 2/3 innings, with six walks and three strike outs against the Texas Rangers at Globe Life Field.

October 28, 2026

Blue Jays pitcher Dylan Cease gets upsetting news from the MLBPA

Cam Schlittler beat out Dylan Cease for the AL Outstanding Pitcher award at the Players Choice Awards.

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Toronto Blue Jays relief pitcher Jose Berrios (17) delivers a pitch against the Boston Red Sox in the seventh inning at Rogers Centre.

October 28, 2026

Blue Jays expected to finally cut and replace Jose Berrios

Calgary's Michael Soroka is being pitched as the Blue Jays' answer to José Berrios' long absence.

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New York Mets relief pitcher David Peterson (23) prepares to pitch in the seventh inning against the Cincinnati Reds at Great American Ball Park.

October 27, 2026

Blue Jays might have found the perfect left handed pitcher for their starting rotation in David Peterson

David Peterson isn't the flashiest name on the free-agent market, but the Blue Jays should be calling.

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

October 27, 2026

Vladimir Guerrero Jr plans on copying Paul Goldschmidt to fix his problems from last season

Vladimir Guerrero Jr. is following Paul Goldschmidt's blueprint to fix a down year. The Blue Jays slugger will spend the winter rebuilding his swing with family.

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

October 27, 2026

José Berríos' elbow surgery uncovered another problem

José Berrios' elbow surgery uncovered more than the Blue Jays expected.

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Toronto Blue Jays shortstop Paul DeJong (10) waits for a pitch against the Baltimore Orioles during the fifth inning at Rogers Centre

October 27, 2026

Ex-Blue Jays all-star Paul DeJong's future in the MLB is in a bad spot

Paul DeJong is still a free agent, months after hamstring surgery ended his 2026 season.

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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 27, 2026

Former Blue Jays closer Jeff Hoffman undergoes major off-season surgery

Jeff Hoffman has undergone right arthroscopic elbow surgery, and the Twins expect him ready for the start of 2027.

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Toronto Blue Jays infielder Ernie Clement (22) catches an infield fly during the eighth inning at Oriole Park at Camden Yards.

October 27, 2026

Ernie Clement goes viral for appearance at the World Series

Ernie Clement's World Series gig is a hit. The Blue Jays infielder's postgame interview with Brice Turang is making the rounds after Milwaukee's Game 3 win.

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Toronto Blue Jays relief pitcher Chad Green (57) delivers a pitch against the Seattle Mariners in the ninth inning at Rogers Centre.

October 27, 2026

Beloved former Blue Jays pitcher surprisingly announces retirement after 10 seasons

Chad Green has officially retired. The former Blue Jays reliever confirmed he called it quits in early April.

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Baltimore Orioles pitcher Trevor Rogers (28) throws during the seventh inning against the Milwaukee Brewers at Oriole Park at Camden Yards.

October 27, 2026

Blue Jays could add another lefty which they desperately need in Taylor Rogers

Trevor Rogers is one of only two elite left-handed starters on the free-agent market this winter.

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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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