Toronto Blue Jays: Breaking News, Rumors & Highlights

Instant Reaction: Blue Jays fall 14-2 to Dodgers in series opener

The start of the 2026 season can’t get much worse for the Toronto Blue Jays, right? On Monday evening, the Jays welcomed the Los Angeles Dodgers in a 2025 World Series rematch.

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Shohei Ohtani extends recent HR tear as Dodgers dominate World Series rematch

To no surprise, Shohei Ohtani is flexing his muscles early in the 2026 season. He even did it again on Monday night, continuing his recent offensive tear as the Los Angeles Dodgers beat up on the Toronto Blue Jays 14-2 in a World Series rematch.

Injury-battered Blue Jays facing another potential loss

Surprising White Sox achieve feat not done in over 20 years with sweep of Blue Jays

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Toronto Blue Jays News / MLB Trade Rumors / April 6

Alejandro Kirk To Undergo Thumb Surgery

Blue Jays catcher Alejandro Kirk will undergo surgery on his broken left thumb, manager John Schneider told reporters (including Rob Longley of The Toronto Sun).

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Toronto Blue Jays News / Yardbarker / April 6

Injury-battered Blue Jays facing another potential loss

The Toronto Blue Jays have been ravaged by injuries thus far in 2026. The last thing they need is to have another player sidelined for any length of time.

Eloy Jimenez showcasing offensive flair with Blue Jays' Triple-A affiliate

Injury bug has taken over Cubs' starting rotation

Red Sox still haunted by Rafael Devers trade

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The 'Most 7-strikeout World Series games' quiz

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One storyline to follow for every MLB team in 2026

As Spring Training opens for 2026, all 30 teams have high hopes and big questions. These are the storylines to follow for each team heading into Opening Day.

Red Sox to sign former Yankees relief pitcher ahead of Opening Day

MLB announces 80-game suspension for Johan Rojas

Mets star gets help from former teammate after clubhouse issues

Three comeback arms to watch in National League East

Five X factors in the AL Central

MLB News / Toronto Blue Jays on SI / April 6

Blue Jays Line Up Their Best Arms for Series vs. Los Angeles Dodgers

The Toronto Blue Jays are coming off a tough series on the road against the Chicago White Sox, getting swept in all three games. They've lost four straight and now head back to the Rogers Centre to host what could very well be considered Game 8 of the World Series against the Los Angeles Dodgers.

Shane Bieber News / Athlon Sports / April 6

Blue Jays Announce Shane Bieber Update After Missing 9 Games

Shane Bieber watched from the sideline as the Toronto Blue Jays fell to 4-5 on the 2026 MLB season after dropping three straight games to the Chicago White Sox, capped by a 3-0 loss on Sunday.

Toronto Blue Jays News / Field Level Media / April 6

Blue Jays C Alejandro Kirk (left thumb) headed for surgery Tuesday

Blue Jays catcher Alejandro Kirk will undergo surgery on Tuesday to repair his broken left thumb, Toronto manager John Schneider said Monday. The two-time All-Star was injured during Friday's 5-4 loss to the Chicago White Sox when he caught a foul tip near the bottom of the glove.

Toronto Blue Jays News / Bluejaysnation / April 6

The Blue Jays’ struggles to begin 2026 are nothing new

To say the start of the 2026 Toronto Blue Jays’ season has been a disaster would be an understatement. After a three-game series sweep of the Athletics, the Blue Jays lost two of three to the Colorado Rockies, then were swept by the Chicago White Sox.

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25 MLB players that could be traded during the 2026 season

The 2026 MLB season is right around the corner, and it is never too early to start thinking about how it might unfold. Seemingly, every year, we have a decent handle on who should contend and who is likely to struggle, which makes looking ahead to the trade deadline inevitable.

Jose Berrios News / Athlon Sports / April 6

Blue Jays Announce Jose Berrios Update Before Dodgers Game

Jose Berrios has watched on as the Toronto Blue Jays have had a disappointing start to the 2026 MLB season. After starting with a 4-1 record, the Blue Jays have dropped their last four games, most recently suffering a 3-0 loss to the Chicago White Sox on Sunday.

Toronto Blue Jays News / Athlon Sports / April 6

Blue Jays' John Schneider Announces Trey Yesavage Update Before Dodgers Game

The Toronto Blue Jays have lost three straight games entering their series on Monday against the Los Angeles Dodgers and are in desperate need of reinforcements.

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One key Blue Jays player is set to undergo surgery

The Toronto Blue Jays started off April with four losses on the road against the Chicago White Sox. Now, the Blue Jays are set to be without starting catcher Alejandro Kirk for the foreseeable future.

Toronto Blue Jays News / Bluejaysnation / April 6

Blue Jays Injury Updates: Kirk to undergo surgery on left thumb, Yesavage making another Single-A start, Barger avoids IL (for now) and more

The injury bug has taken another victim, and for how long remains the looming question. Injuries have already become a major storyline around the Toronto

Toronto Blue Jays News / Bluejaysnation / April 6

Blue Jays Gameday (April 6): Toronto set for a World Series rematch against Dodgers

The Toronto Blue Jays’ first big test of the 2026 season comes in the form of a 2025 World Series rematch with the Los Angeles Dodgers. Things aren’t going great for the Blue Jays at the moment.

MLB News / Field Level Media / April 6

Blue Jays adjust bullpen in advance of series against Dodgers

The Toronto Blue Jays recalled left-hander Josh Fleming from Triple-A Buffalo to give the bullpen a fresh arm in advance of a much-anticipated three-game home series that starts Monday against the Los Angeles Dodgers.

Toronto Blue Jays News / Bluebird Banter / April 6

Kirk Getting Surgery on Broken Thumb and Other News Bits

Blue Jays starting catcher will undergo surgery on his left thumb tomorrow, per John Schneider. Kirk’s thumb was broken and dislocated by a foul tip over the weekend.

Toronto Blue Jays News / Athlon Sports / April 6

Blue Jays Announce Unfortunate News on Monday

The Toronto Blue Jays have been riddled with injuries to begin the 2026 season. Four potential starting pitchers for Toronto began the year on the injured list in Trey Yesavage, Cody Ponce, Shane Bieber and Jose Berrios.

Eloy Jimenez News / Yardbarker / April 6

Eloy Jimenez showcasing offensive flair with Blue Jays' Triple-A affiliate

Jimenez didn't earn a spot on the Toronto Blue Jays' Opening Day roster, but his performance with the Buffalo Bisons indicates he should have.

One key Blue Jays player is set to undergo surgery

Blue Jays adjust bullpen in advance of series against Dodgers

Surprising White Sox achieve feat not done in over 20 years with sweep of Blue Jays

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Cody Ponce News / MLB on ClutchPoints / April 6

Blue Jays call up veteran pitcher after Cody Ponce injury

The Toronto Blue Jays were hoping to have Cody Ponce be a crucial member of their rotation for the 2026 season. However, an ACL sprain has now put him on the shelf for the foreseeable future.

Toronto Blue Jays News / Bluejaysnation / April 6

Blue Jays select Josh Fleming’s contract, DFA Austin Voth

The carousel of relief pitching has continued for the Toronto Blue Jays. After optioning Brendon Little and Lázaro Estrada to call up Joe Mantiply and Austin Voth on Sunday morning, the team announced on Monday afternoon that Voth has been DFA’d.

Toronto Blue Jays News / Toronto Blue Jays on SI / April 6

Toronto Blue Jays Add Japanese Pitcher in New Agreement to Bolster Staff

The Toronto Blue Jays may have had an aggressive offseason, but that doesn't mean they would be done making moves once Opening Day rolled around. As expected, the hustle continues for the franchise as they start chasing after another deep run in the postseason.

Toronto Blue Jays News / MLB Trade Rumors / April 6

Blue Jays Select Josh Fleming, Designate Austin Voth For Assignment

The Blue Jays have selected the contracts of right-hander Austin Voth and left-hander Joe Mantiply. Right-hander Lazaro Estrada and left-hander Brendon Little were optioned to the minors to make room for the pair on the active roster, while right-hander Cody Ponce and outfielder Anthony Santander were moved to the 60-day injured list.