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Toronto Blue Jays left fielder Jesus Sanchez (12) is greeted by Toronto Blue Jays first baseman Vladimir Guerrero Jr. (27) after hitting a two-run home run to right field against the Houston Astros during the sixth inning at Daikin Park

September 15, 2026

Blue Jays save $1 million in latest roster transaction

The Toronto Blue Jays parted ways with outfielder Jesus Sanchez this week, and the exit ended up saving the franchise close to $1 million.

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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.

September 15, 2026

Blue Jays shortstop placed on full-season injured list

Blue Jays prospect Owen Gregg is done for the season after a season-ending injury.

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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.

September 15, 2026

Blue Jays finally get details on Shane Bieber's return

Shane Bieber is expected to throw a side session today, another sign his return is close.

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Toronto Blue Jays designated hitter George Springer (4) kneels after taking a strike against the Baltimore Orioles during the eighth inning at Rogers Centre.

September 15, 2026

Blue Jays makes major announcement regarding slugger George Springer

George Springer has been named the Blue Jays' 2026 Roberto Clemente Award nominee.

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Toronto Blue Jays third baseman Kazuma Okamoto (7) hits a solo home run against the Baltimore Orioles during the fifth inning at Rogers Centre.

September 15, 2026

Blue Jays rookie Kazuma Okamoto sets unbelievable new team record

Kazuma Okamoto just set the Blue Jays' rookie RBI record, right after Guerrero ended his drought.

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Minnesota Twins starting pitcher Jeff Hoffman (24) delivers during the sixth inning against the San Diego Padres at Petco Park.

September 14, 2026

Jeff Hoffman disappointed he is no longer with the Blue Jays

Jeff Hoffman is pitching well with the Twins, but Minnesota's season is fading fast.

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Toronto Blue Jays left fielder Jesus Sanchez (12) hits a double against the Kansas City Royals during the second inning at Rogers Centre.

September 14, 2026

Diamondbacks acquire veteran outfielder from the Blue Jays

Jesus Sanchez has a new team days after the Blue Jays designated him for assignment.

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Toronto Blue Jays left fielder Davis Schneider (36) adjusts his helemt after taking a strike against the Houston Astros during the seventh inning at Rogers Centre.

September 14, 2026

Blue Jays make 3 roster moves involving Davis Schneider

Davis Schneider and Brendan Cellucci are both back up with the Blue Jays.

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Toronto Blue Jays manager John Schneider (14) argues with home plate umpire Jen Pawol (95) during the second inning against the San Diego Padres at Petco Park.

September 14, 2026

Blue Jays bring pitcher off 60-day IL for the final weeks of the season

Josh Winckowski's season isn't over after all, according to the Blue Jays' transaction log.

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Toronto Blue Jays starting pitcher Trey Yesavage (39) throws against the Seattle Mariners during the fifth inning at T-Mobile Park.

September 14, 2026

Trey Yesavage finally breaks silence on his current knee injury

Trey Yesavage is targeting a return to the majors next week in Baltimore.

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Toronto Blue Jays infielder Josh Smith (left) and center fielder Myles Straw (3) douse first baseman Vladimir Guerrero Jr. (27) with a sport drink after a win over the Baltimore Orioles at Rogers Centre.

September 14, 2026

Vladimir Guerrero Jr reveals blunt remarks his father made about his home run drought in Toronto

Vladimir Guerrero Jr. finally gave Blue Jays fans the moment they'd been craving all season.

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New York Mets third baseman Bo Bichette (19) argues with home plate umpire Willie Traynor (45) after being called out on strikes in the first inning against the New York Yankees at Yankee Stadium

September 14, 2026

Bo Bichette shocks fans by taking off his helmet and showing off his bald head

Bo Bichette's line drive off Cam Schlittler's foot ended up being the least memorable part of last night.

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Toronto Blue Jays first baseman Vladimir Guerrero Jr. (27) hits a single against the Baltimore Orioles during the eighth inning at Rogers Centre.

September 14, 2026

MLB makes announcement on Vladimir Guerrero Jr after win over the Orioles

Vladimir Guerrero Jr. finally hit a home run at Rogers Centre this season, and the crowd erupted.

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Toronto Blue Jays starting pitcher Trey Yesavage (39) walks off the field after an apparent injury during the third inning against the Houston Astros at Daikin Park

September 13, 2026

Blue Jays officially announce Trey Yesavage return

Trey Yesavage is set to pitch Wednesday with Triple-A Buffalo, John Schneider said.

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Toronto Blue Jays starting pitcher Jose Soriano (40) looks on as he walks back into the dugout in a game against the Athletics at the middle of the seventh inning at Sutter Health Park.

September 13, 2026

Blue Jays announce starting rotation for Tigers series

Jose Soriano opens another big series for the Blue Jays, this time against the Tigers.

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Toronto Blue Jays left fielder Lourdes Gurriel Jr. (13) slides to score during the ninth inning against the Baltimore Orioles at Oriole Park at Camden Yards. M

September 13, 2026

Blue Jays reunion with beloved former outfielder now on the table

Lourdes Gurriel Jr., once a beloved Blue Jay, has been designated for assignment by Arizona.

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Seattle Mariners pitcher Logan Gilbert (36) is taken out of the game by Seattle Mariners manager Dan Wilson (6) in the sixth inning against the Milwaukee Brewers at American Family Field.

September 13, 2026

Blue Jays expected to make offer to Mariners all-star pitcher

Logan Gilbert's durability could make him exactly what the Blue Jays' rotation needs.

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Toronto Blue Jays relief pitcher Spencer Arrighetti (45) is greeted by team mates in the dugout after being relieved against the Baltimore Orioles in the sixth inning at Rogers Centre

September 13, 2026

Spencer Arrighetti sends message to Blue Jays fans as season draws to a close

Spencer Arrighetti just delivered his best outing yet in a Blue Jays uniform.

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Washington Nationals starting pitcher Matt Waldron (56) throws during the first inning against the Colorado Rockies at Nationals Park

September 13, 2026

Former Blue Jays pitcher has come to unfortunate end

Matt Waldron's brief Blue Jays run is already behind him, and Toronto's manager has watched another pitching-depth gamble take a sharp turn.

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A detailed view of a Toronto Blue Jays hat in the sixth inning for game seven of the 2025 MLB World Series at Rogers Centre.

September 13, 2026

Blue Jays got themselves a new star pitcher from the Royals

Denis Samudio has quietly turned into one of the Blue Jays' better pitching stories this year.

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September 13, 2026

Jacob deGrom reunion resurfaces for struggling Mets

Jacob deGrom is back in the Mets conversation as Andy Green's club faces another offseason built around repairing its rotation.

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