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Toronto Blue Jays shortstop Leo Jimenez (49) hits an RBI single during the second inning against the Tampa Bay Rays at Charlotte Sports Park.

September 17, 2026

Blue Jays could reunite with beloved infielder for final games of the season

Leo Jimenez is still a free agent, and the Blue Jays could bring him back for these final games.

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Toronto Blue Jays pitcher (40) Brian Wolfe is congratulated by catcher (9) Gregg Zaun after defeating the Minnesota Twins 13-1 at the Rogers Centre in Toronto, ON. Toronto won 13-1

September 17, 2026

Reasoning behind former Blue Jays pitcher Brian Wolfe's sudden passing revealed

Former Blue Jays pitcher Brian Wolfe has died at 45, his wife confirmed Wednesday.

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Toronto Blue Jays starting pitcher Dylan Cease (84) wipes his forehead after walking several Baltimore Orioles batters during the first inning at Rogers Centre

September 17, 2026

Dylan Cease has an underlying problem that is becoming a big concern for Toronto

Dylan Cease's fastball has dipped under 95 mph in back-to-back starts for the first time in his career.

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Toronto Blue Jays shortstop Ernie Clement (22) scores a run against the Detroit Tigers in the sixth inning at Rogers Centre.

September 17, 2026

The Blue Jays have a serious problem with Ernie Clement

Ernie Clement was an All-Star in July.

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Toronto Blue Jays starting pitcher Jose Soriano (40) during the fifth inning against the Detroit Tigers at Rogers Centre

September 17, 2026

New development regarding Blue Jays contract offer to Jose Soriano

Jose Soriano just delivered his best start as a Blue Jay, and it adds real weight to an extension case.

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Toronto Blue Jays left fielder Myles Straw (3) gets doused with ice water by first baseman Vladimir Guerrero Jr. (27) as they celebrate a win over the Detroit Tigers at Rogers Centre

September 17, 2026

Blue Jays playoffs chances no have two serious threats

The Blue Jays head to Texas for a series that feels like a must-win in the wild card chase.

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Toronto Blue Jays starting pitcher Max Scherzer (31) delivers a pitch against the Detroit Tigers in the fourth inning at Rogers Centre.

September 17, 2026

Max Scherzer gives blunt response on the Blue Jays playoffs chances

Max Scherzer had a blunt message about the Blue Jays' postseason chances.

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New York Yankees second baseman Anthony Volpe (11) beats the throw to New York Mets third baseman Bo Bichette (19) in the second inning at Yankee Stadium.

September 17, 2026

Former Blue Jay Bo Bichette goes viral after embarrassing moment during Mets game

Bo Bichette, Juan Soto, and Francisco Lindor all went for the same pop fly, and none of them called it.

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Toronto Blue Jays starting pitcher Trey Yesavage (39) delivers a pitch during the second inning against the Houston Astros at Daikin Park.

September 16, 2026

Trey Yesavage sends message to front office regarding his return

John Schneider had both good news and bad news for the Blue Jays' pitching staff.

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Toronto Blue Jays pitcher Brian Wolfe (40) delivers a pitch against the New York Yankees at the Rogers Centre. The Blue Jays beat the Yankees 14-8.

September 16, 2026

Former Blue Jays pitcher Brian Wolfe passes away at 45

The Blue Jays announced Monday evening that former pitcher Brian Wolfe has passed away.

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Toronto Blue Jays starting pitcher Dylan Cease (84) throws out Baltimore Orioles first baseman Pete Alonso (not pictured) at first base during the third inning at Rogers Centre.

September 16, 2026

Blue Jays decide to pivot starting rotation for Rangers series after last night's loss

The Blue Jays are pivoting their pitching plans heading into a critical series in Texas.

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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 16, 2026

Blue Jays pitcher goes down with terrible season ending injury

Jameson Taillon confirmed Tuesday that his season with the Blue Jays is over.

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Toronto Blue Jays second baseman Ernie Clement (22) reacts after throwing out Detroit Tigers catcher Eduardo Valencia (not shown) in the second inning at Rogers Centre

September 16, 2026

Ernie Clement's time in Toronto seems to be coming to an unfortunate end

The Ernie Clement debate among Blue Jays fans has gotten way too extreme on both sides.

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Toronto Blue Jays catcher Alejandro Kirk (30) goes to throw out Detroit Tigers shortstop Kevin McGonigle (not pictured) at first base during the sixth inning at Rogers Centre

September 16, 2026

Blue Jays share why Alejandro Kirk was pulled from today's lineup

Alejandro Kirk is out of the Blue Jays' lineup this afternoon, and fans immediately noticed.

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Detroit Tigers first baseman Spencer Torkleson (20) steals second base as Toronto Blue Jays shortstop Andres Gimenez (0) misses the ball in the sixth inning at Rogers Centre.

September 16, 2026

Blue Jays share injury update on Andres Gimenez after going down against the Tigers

Andres Gimenez is dealing with hamstring soreness again, John Schneider confirmed.

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Toronto Blue Jays relief pitcher Tyler Rogers (71) delivers a pitch against the Baltimore Orioles in the eighth inning at Rogers Centre.

September 16, 2026

John Schneider explains why Tyler Rogers sat out last night

John Schneider had a simple explanation for why Tyler Rogers didn't pitch in last night's loss.

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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 15, 2026

Trey Yesavage rehab assignment in Buffalo doesn't go according to plan

Trey Yesavage didn't make it out of the first inning in tonight's rehab start with Buffalo.

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Toronto Blue Jays left fielder Anthony Santander (25) reacts after hitting a foul ball with base loaded against the Boston Red Sox during the third inning at Rogers Centre.

September 15, 2026

Anthony Santander goes down again with a rough injury

Anthony Santander's rehab assignment hit a new snag: lower back discomfort.

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September 15, 2026

Blue Jays announce massive list of roster moves involving 8 players ahead of tigers game

The Toronto Blue Jays blew a two-run lead and dropped the series opener to the Detroit Tigers 6-5 on Monday night, and it cost them ground in the Wild Card race.

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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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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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