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Former San Francisco Giants’ star Brandon Belt signed with the Toronto Blue Jays in MLB free agency. Belt recently trolled the Los Angeles Dodgers, who are of course the Giants’ primary rival, about his free agency decision, per KNBR. “Honestly I was this close to signing with the Dodgers… …I’m just kidding I would never […]

Toronto Blue Jays’ first baseman Vladimir Guerrero Jr. has transformed himself into one of the best power hitters in all of the MLB. And yet, the Blue Jays have yet to sign Guerrero to a long-term contract. When asked about his contract status, Guerrero said his camp had yet to begin extension talks with the […]

Toronto Blue Jays’ star Vladimir Guerrero Jr said he’s feeling stronger and more flexible heading into the 2023 campaign. He also said he expects the Blue Jays to be a “more complete team” this season, per Keegan Matheson. Guerrero Jr, who recently earned a significant contract raise, had a solid 2022 season. He posted a […]

The Toronto Blue Jays made notable changes to the Rogers Centre, per Shi Davidi of sportsnet.ca. The stadium is still under construction, but Davidi was able to report on some of the major changes. The fences in front of the bullpens were raised from their previous 10-foot height. The new-look bullpens will allow fans to […]

The Toronto Blue Jays have been relatively busy during the MLB offseason, following an inconsistent campaign and an absolutely heartbreaking loss to the Seattle Mariners in the AL Wildcard Series. Blue Jays general manager Ross Atkins said there were holes that needed fixing, and he and the Blue Jays front office have been diligent in […]

MLB arbitration saw no shortage of players earn new contracts, while others were unable to agree to terms on deals with their respective teams. A number of star players, such as Vladimir Guerrero Jr, saw dramatic increases in their salary as a result of avoiding arbitration. MLB arbitration is something that tends to get overlooked […]

Brandon Belt recently signed with the Toronto Blue Jays. Belt, who is a San Francisco Giants’ former All-Star and fan-favorite, received a farewell from the team on Twitter. Thank you, Brandon Belt, for 12 seasons in Orange and Black 🧡🖤 pic.twitter.com/NPLTu1DCYY — SFGiants (@SFGiants) January 10, 2023 “Thank you, Brandon Belt, for 12 seasons in […]

In the ultra-competitive American League East, the Toronto Blue Jays can use all the help they can get to keep up with the pack. Adding first baseman Brandon Belt to the mix sounds like a nice addition. The free agent is reportedly signing a one-year deal to join the Blue Jays, according to Kaitlyn McGrath […]

The Toronto Blue Jays acquired C/OF Daulton Varsho from the Arizona Diamondbacks on Friday. The deal provides Toronto with a versatile player who features a high ceiling. However, Blue Jays general manager Ross Atkins said there could be more moves in the works prior to Opening Day, per Keegan Matheson. “I think our heavy lifting […]

The Toronto Blue Jays and Arizona Diamondbacks struck a deal on Friday. The centerpiece of the trade is C/OF Daulton Varsho, who heads from Arizona to Toronto. Meanwhile, the Diamondbacks receive top catching prospect Gabriel Moreno and INF/OF Lourdes Gurriel. The trade certainly isn’t the most notable move of the offseason. But it was one […]

The Toronto Blue Jays and Arizona Diamondbacks are in agreement on a trade to send C/OF Daulton Varsho to Toronto, per Jeff Passan. Arizona will receive top catching prospect Gabriel Moreno along with Lourdes Gurriel in return. Moreno is a coveted young catcher with plenty of offensive potential. Gurriel can play a multitude of positions […]

Kevin Kiermaier is officially a Blue Jay, and the three-time Gold Glove winning outfielder seems to be as amped with the move as Jays’ fans will be to welcome him to Toronto. Kiermaier took to Twitter to express his excitement to join the franchise on Thursday. “I’m glad I don’t have to contain my excitement […]

The Toronto Blue Jays have shown interest in Chicago White Sox starting right-handed pitcher Johnny Cueto in MLB free agency two weeks after he changed his Twitter profile picture to a throwback Cincinnati Reds photo, sources told Sportsnet Blue Jays reporter Ben Nicholson-Smith. Johnny Cueto posted an 8-10 MLB record in 25 games played and […]

Chris Bassitt is headed to the Toronto Blue Jays. The free agent starting pitcher is in agreement with the Blue Jays on a three-year, $63 million contract, sources told Jeff Passan of ESPN. Bassitt’s deal will pay him the third-highest average annual salary among starting pitchers signed during this year’s MLB free agency period. The […]

The Los Angeles Dodgers reportedly made a strong push for CF Kevin Kiermaier in MLB free agency, per Juan Toribio. However, Kiermaier ultimately agreed to terms with the Toronto Blue Jays. “#Dodgers made a really strong push for Kevin Kiermaier, who was their top target in center. It came down to those two teams. But […]

The Toronto Blue Jays and Kevin Kiermaier are reportedly in agreement on a contract, per Shi Davidi. Toronto has been involved in the centerfield market throughout the offseason. They were previously linked to players such as Cody Bellinger and Bryan Reynolds. But they will be content with landing 3-time Gold Glove winner Kevin Kiermaier. Kevin […]

The Toronto Blue Jays made it to the playoffs in the 2022 season, but they didn’t make it very far once they got there, as they were quickly swept out of the wild card round at the hands of the Seattle Mariners. As a result, Toronto has been exploring upgrades at every possible spot on […]

The Chicago White Sox had an incredible 2021 campaign, which resulted in MLB pundits expecting them to win the AL Central in 2022 and continually develop their youthful guys. Injuries and struggles from particular players hindered their performance, but one consistent player over these past two years is White Sox closer, Liam Hendriks.  Hendriks tallied […]

With Pittsburgh Pirates outfielder Bryan Reynolds requesting a trade, it appears that the Toronto Blue Jays may be a prime suitor. Reynolds has been one of the prize trade pieces in the MLB this offseason and the Blue Jays seem intent on bringing his talents to Canada. According to MLB Network’s Jon Morosi, the Blue […]

The Toronto Blue Jays reportedly offered former Los Angeles Dodgers SP Andrew Heaney a contract, per Ben Nicholson-Smith. The left-hander revitalized his career in LA with the Dodgers despite enduring an injury-plagued 2022 campaign. Heaney is a pitcher who’s always had potential and featured plus-strikeout ability. As a result, teams such as the Blue Jays […]

The Milwaukee Brewers have already made waves this offseason, as the departure of David Stearns from President of Baseball Operations sent shockwaves through the MLB offseason. Couple that with the recent trade of Hunter Renfroe to the Los Angeles Angels for what looks like a money-saving move, and you have the makings of a wild […]

Don Mattingly and the Toronto Blue Jays are reportedly “deep in talks” for Mattingly to join Toronto’s coaching staff, per The New York Post. Mattingly and Derek Jeter were previously linked to the YES Network to potentially play a role in calling New York Yankees’ games next season. But Mattingly admitted he had something else […]

The Toronto Blue Jays have catching depth which has been discussed in various trade rumors. But is Toronto willing to trade any of their backstops? Blue Jays GM Ross Atkins addressed the prospect of trading one of Alejandro Kirk, Danny Jansen, or Gabriel Moreno, per The Athletic. “There are teams that are extremely interested in all […]

The Toronto Blue Jays and New York Yankees have developed a rivalry over the past few years. Blue Jays’ budding ace Alek Manoah found himself right in the middle of it last season, when he underwent a screaming match with Yankees players. Manoah recently added more fuel to the fire when he was asked who he […]

The Toronto Blue Jays have recently been linked to former Los Angeles Dodgers’ star Cody Bellinger. People love to throw around superstar names as well including Aaron Judge and Jacob deGrom. But the Blue Jays already feature an impressive roster. If they can tie up some loose ends in free agency, Toronto may be able […]

The Toronto Blue Jays were immediately linked to free agent outfielder Cody Bellinger as soon as the Los Angeles Dodgers decided to non-tender him. And momentum has continued towards a potential Blue Jays’ signing of Bellinger, as Toronto reportedly reached out to the outfielder’s camp, per Jon Morosi. The Blue Jays and Dodgers previously underwent […]

The Los Angeles Dodgers look likely to have a busy offseason after another failed World Series run despite being the cream of the crop throughout the regular season. One big decision they will have to make revolves around whether or not they want to tender Cody Bellinger a contract or let him leave in free agency. […]

The Toronto Blue Jays are looking to capitalize on their return to the playoffs. After trading Teoscar Hernandez to the Seattle Mariners to create more financial flexibility, they are looking to add talent to replace his production. One possibility is Cody Bellinger, who may be on his way out of the Los Angeles Dodgers. According […]

The Toronto Blue Jays traded All-Star outfielder Teoscar Hernandez to the Seattle Mariners on Wednesday. Hernandez issued a heartfelt message to the Blue Jays following the move, per Hector Gomez. “I have no words to express the gratitude I feel to play and share with great players like you and to play for not only […]

The Toronto Blue Jays surprisingly traded Teoscar Hernandez to the Seattle Mariners on Wednesday, and are reportedly now considering a move involving George Springer. Blue Jays GM Ross Atkins admitted the team would mull the prospect of moving Springer to right field on a full-time basis if the opportunity to sign a game-changing center fielder […]

The Toronto Blue Jays pulled off a shocking trade early on Wednesday morning in which they sent star outfielder Teoscar Hernandez to the Seattle Mariners. The deal was quite surprising, as Hernandez had become a key piece of the Blue Jays lineup in recent seasons. But it looks like the Blue Jays have a plan, […]

The Seattle Mariners made a serious splash on Wednesday, pulling off a blockbuster trade for one of the best hitters in the American League: Teoscar Hernandez. The M’s sent Erik Swanson and a minor leaguer to the Toronto Blue Jays in exchange for Hernandez, a bat they desperately needed in the middle of their lineup. […]

The Toronto Blue Jays made the stunning decision to trade star outfielder Teoscar Hernandez to the Seattle Mariners on Wednesday. The surprise move caught just about everyone off guard. Hernandez was a productive player for the Blue Jays throughout his tenure, and despite launching 25 home runs last season, the team opted against bringing him […]

The Seattle Mariners have acquired OF Teoscar Hernandez from the Toronto Blue Jays, per ESPN’s Jeff Passan. Hernandez is a 2-time Silver Slugger award winner and 2021 All-Star. Seattle is fresh off of a playoff season but they are now setting their sights on reaching the World Series. Hernandez profiles as a powerful right-handed bat that […]

Carlos Rodon is arguably the best starting pitcher in free agency not named Jacob deGrom. The left-hander holds no shortage of value and is just 29-years old. After battling injuries early in his career, Rodon broke out with the Chicago White Sox in 2021. He followed up his strong 2021 performance with another All-Star caliber […]

The Toronto Blue Jays made it back to the playoffs in the 2022 season. Despite the brutal way they lost in the Wild Card round, it was a step in the right direction. Now, they have another huge offseason ahead of them. Toronto has plenty of talent on its roster, especially behind the plate. One […]

The Toronto Blue Jays made it back to the playoffs in 2022 after missing them entirely in the 2021 season. However, their stay didn’t last long, as they were swept out of the Wild Card round by the Seattle Mariners after a massive collapse in Game 2 of the series. Now the Blue Jays will […]

Vladimir Guerrero Jr is fully committed to the Toronto Blue Jays. He’s the franchise star and a key piece to their future as they look to finally end their playoff woes. And if Jays fans didn’t already love the slugger enough, they’ll cherish him even more now. Speaking on a recent podcast in the Dominican […]

The Toronto Blue Jays have made a huge decision on the future of interim manager John Schneider, who helped lead the team to the MLB playoff wild card round. Kaitlyn McGrath of The Athletic has the details. Per, McGrath, the Blue Jays have agreed to terms with John Schneider on a three-year contract, which will […]