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Toronto Blue Jays left fielder Jesús Sánchez (12) warms up against the Kansas City Royals prior to a game at Kauffman Stadium

September 6, 2026

Jesus Sanchez time in Toronto could be coming to an end

Jesus Sanchez missed an easy fly ball in the second inning today, and it's becoming a pattern.

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Toronto Blue Jays first baseman Sean Keys (20) warms up against the Kansas City Royals prior to a game at Kauffman Stadium.

September 6, 2026

Blue Jays could look to move Vladimir Guerrero Jr off of first base in the near future

The Blue Jays could start leaning on Sean Keys or Jesus Sanchez at first base more often.

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Toronto Blue Jays starting pitcher Spencer Arrighetti (45) delivers a pitch against the Kansas City Royals during the fourth inning at Kauffman Stadium.

September 6, 2026

Spencer Arrighetti gives some interesting excuses for his poor performance today against the Royals

Spencer Arrighetti had a rough day against the Royals, and the heat was a big part of it.

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Former Toronto Blue Jays Josh Donaldson throws the first pitch before the game between the Toronto Blue Jays and Seattle Mariners during game two of the ALCS round for the 2025 MLB playoffs at Rogers Centre

September 6, 2026

Josh Donaldson does not mince words about Vladimir Guerrero Jr during interview

Josh Donaldson has a simple explanation for why the Blue Jays won that series in Cleveland.

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Seattle Mariners left fielder Taylor Ward (27) singles in the third inning against the Detroit Tigers at T-Mobile Park.

September 6, 2026

Blue Jays could get all-star slugger for extremely cheap this off-season

Taylor Ward has had a rough go since landing with the Mariners, and the Blue Jays could benefit.

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Toronto Blue Jays pitcher Jose Soriano (40) pitches to the Seattle Mariners during the first inning at Rogers Centre.

September 6, 2026

Blue Jays announce stacked starting rotation for series against the A's

Dylan Cease and Jose Soriano will start the first two games against the Athletics.

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Toronto Blue Jays Cody Ponce (66) pitches to the Colorado Rockies during the first inning at Rogers Centre.

September 6, 2026

Blue Jays get phenomenal injury update on Cody Ponce

Cody Ponce has missed the entire season, but there's a narrow path back for the Blue Jays.

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Toronto Blue Jays starting pitcher Shane Bieber (57) throws a pitch against the Tampa Bay Rays in the first inning at Tropicana Field.

September 6, 2026

Blue Jays finally get update on Shane Bieber's return

John Schneider hopes Shane Bieber gets cleared for mound work sometime next week.

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Toronto Blue Jays center fielder Brett Bateman (21) advances to third on a hit by right fielder Nathan Lukes (not pictured) during the fifth inning at Progressive Field

September 5, 2026

Brett Bateman makes Blue Jays history in incredible fashion

Brett Bateman just became the second-fastest player in Blue Jays history to 30 hits.

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Toronto Blue Jays pitcher Michael Lorenzen (55) celebrates with catcher Alejandro Kirk (30) after defeating the Kansas City Royals at Kauffman Stadium

September 5, 2026

Blue Jays looking to do something for the first time since early April

The Blue Jays are back at .500 for the first time since June, one game from a wild card spot.

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Toronto Blue Jays relief pitcher Ricky Tiedemann (33) stands in the dugout against the New York Yankees during the third inning at Rogers Centre.

September 5, 2026

Blue Jays announce more roster move as pitcher is placed on IL

The Blue Jays just reversed yesterday's move entirely, and it's not a good sign for Jameson Taillon.

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Detail photo of Mets helmet during workouts at spring training.

September 5, 2026

Blue Jays acquire catcher from the Mets ahead of Royals game

The Blue Jays claimed catcher Shawn Ross off waivers from the Mets.

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Toronto Blue Jays pitcher Shaun Anderson (64) pitches to the Boston Red Sox during the ninth inning at Rogers Centre.

September 5, 2026

Los Angeles Angels acquire former Blue Jays right hander

Shaun Anderson, who once pitched for the Blue Jays, is right back with the Angels again.

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Toronto Blue Jays starting pitcher Trey Yesavage (39) pitches to the Chicago White Sox during the fourth inning at Rogers Centre.

September 5, 2026

Blue Jays receive some major news regarding Trey Yesavage's injury

Trey Yesavage threw a bullpen session Friday, his first time off a mound since knee surgery.

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Toronto Blue Jays left fielder Daz Cameron (23) runs the bases after hitting a home run against the Tampa Bay Rays in the fifth inning at Tropicana Field

September 5, 2026

Blue Jays announce more roster moves following last night's win

Daz Cameron cleared waivers and has been outrighted to Triple-A by the Blue Jays.

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Toronto Blue Jays pitcher Jameson Taillon (56) pitches during the first inning against the Kansas City Royals at Kauffman Stadium.

September 5, 2026

Blue Jays announce rough MRI results for Jameson Taillon after last night's exit

Jameson Taillon's return lasted barely a start, and now he's facing an MRI tonight.

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Carlos Delgado former Toronto Blue Jays waves to the fans during a pregame celebration before a game between the Toronto Blue Jays and Seattle Mariners at Rogers Centre.

September 4, 2026

Carlos Delgado gives Vladimir Guerrero Jr. blunt advice

Carlos Delgado had some pointed advice for Vladimir Guerrero Jr.

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Toronto Blue Jays relief pitcher Ricky Tiedemann (33) throws a pitch against the New York Yankees during the second inning at Rogers Centre.

September 4, 2026

Blue Jays announce multiple roster moves ahead of Royals match up

Jameson Taillon is back, and he's starting for the Blue Jays tonight.

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Toronto Blue Jays shortstop Andres Gimenez (0) breaks his bat during the seventh inning against the Cleveland Guardians at Progressive Field.

September 4, 2026

The Blue Jays are well within striking rage of the final Wild Card spot

Vladimir Guerrero Jr. is heating up, and the Blue Jays are 0.5 games from a wild card spot.

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Toronto Blue Jays manager John Schneider (14) before game against the Philadelphia Phillies at Citizens Bank Park

September 4, 2026

Blue Jays release two outfielders after rough seasons

The Blue Jays released two young outfielders before Friday's series opener against the Royals.

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Toronto Blue Jays starting pitcher Marcus Stroman (6) throws the ball against the Cleveland Indians during the second inning at Rogers Centre

September 4, 2026

Could Marcus Stroman be on his way back to Toronto?

Marcus Stroman is still sitting on the free agent market, and the Blue Jays could use his arm.

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