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It is hard to be too critical of the Toronto Blue Jays after the team's 7-1 loss against the Minnesota Twins in the series opener as the team was 7-3 in the last 10 games going into that game, as shorthanded as they are.

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Instant Reaction: Blue Jays’ offence struggles in 7-1 loss to Minnesota

Just like the weather in Minnesota, the Toronto Blue Jays’ bats went cold on Thursday night. The Blue Jays fell to the Minnesota Twins 7-1 in the opening game of their four-game series.

Gage Stanifer News / Bluejaysnation / April 30

Blue Jays prospect Gage Stanifer’s command woes continue in latest Double-A start, issues career-high six walks

It’s been a rather difficult start to the 2026 season for Toronto Blue Jays pitching prospect Gage Stanifer. The 22-year-old right-hander, ranked as the organization’s No.

Toronto Blue Jays News / Bluejaysnation / April 30

Blue Jays’ Addison Barger set to begin rehab assignment Sunday, Alejandro Kirk and Nathan Lukes progressing from injuries

The Toronto Blue Jays are slowly starting to get healthy. After an injury-riddled Spring Training and opening month of the regular season, the Blue Jays

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Alejandro Kirk News / Athlon Sports / April 30

Blue Jays’ Alejandro Kirk News Emerges After 23 Missed Games

The Toronto Blue Jays season is finally beginning to turn around, thanks in part to the club winning seven of its last 10 games. They have done it while playing shorthanded for most of April, including being without All-Star catcher Alejandro Kirk.

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25 current MLB players who will end up in the Baseball Hall of Fame

Some things appear clear when it comes to Baseball Hall of Fame voting. The PED guys aren’t going to get in, or at least the hitters, and the rubric for starting pitchers has to be reconstructed on the fly.

Toronto Blue Jays News / Athlon Sports / April 30

Blue Jays' John Schneider Delivers Addison Barger Update Before Twins Game

The Toronto Blue Jays have been playing shorthanded throughout the entire month of April, and one of the biggest absences has been right fielder Addison Barger.

Toronto Blue Jays News / Bluejaysnation / April 30

3 things the Blue Jays need to do to get back on track in May

The reigning American League champion Toronto Blue Jays are heading into the final game of April with a 14-16 record, but can add another win before May comes around in their game tonight against the Minnesota Twins.

Toronto Blue Jays News / Toronto Blue Jays on SI / April 30

Blue Jays Could Get A Big Boost From Several Injury Returns in May

The old adage that "April showers bring May flowers" could not be a more fitting metaphor for the Toronto Blue Jays. The first full month of the 2026 MLB season brought numerous injury setbacks for the club, resulting in a slow start that, at one point, saw them lose 13 of their first 20 games.

Toronto Blue Jays News / MLB on ClutchPoints / April 30

Former Blue Jays All-Star says quiet part out loud about 2026 team

The Toronto Blue Jays continue to draw attention across Major League Baseball as their 2026 season begins to take shape, with recent performances signaling a shift in direction following a rocky start to 2026.

Toronto Blue Jays News / Bluejaysnation / April 30

Blue Jays Gameday (April 30): Toronto kicks off first four-game series in rematch against Twins

The Toronto Blue Jays are on a roll. After starting the 2026 season with a 7-13 record, the Blue Jays have won eight of their last 11 games. In that span, they’ve taken two of three against the Los Angeles Angels, Cleveland Guardians, and the Boston Red Sox.

George Springer News / MLB on ClutchPoints / April 30

Blue Jays make big George Springer decision for Twins game

George Springer was back in uniform for the Toronto Blue Jays on Wednesday afternoon against the Boston Red Sox, but didn’t get into the starting lineup as John Schneider tried to ease him back in.

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Who are the 25 fastest players in MLB right now?

Speed is more important than ever in MLB with recent rule changes promoting stolen bases. These were the 25 fastest players for the 2026 season, as recorded by the Statcast sprint speed metric.

MLB News / Bluejaysnation / April 30

Series Preview: Toronto seeks fourth-straight series win in Minnesota

The Toronto Blue Jays arrive in Minneapolis riding the best wave of momentum they’ve put together all season. After dropping six consecutive series, Toronto has put together a 7-3 stretch over its last ten games, climbing to 14-16 on the season.

Ernie Clement News / Toronto Blue Jays on SI / April 30

Blue Jays Fan Favorite Rolls His Postseason Success Into Hot Start

It has been fairly easy to rag on the Toronto Blue Jays this season as injuries have plagued the roster and the team sits below .500. However, this team is keeping their heads above water extremely short-staffed, and some are off to a great start at the plate, which will be incredibly important as this team tries to get healthy.

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Toronto Blue Jays News / Bluejaysnation / April 30

Series Recap: Blue Jays win third consecutive series, taking two of three from the Red Sox

The Toronto Blue Jays are finally starting to gain some traction. After taking two of three against the Los Angeles Angels on the road, then two of three against the Cleveland Guardians at home, the Blue Jays hosted the Boston Red Sox for three games.

Nathan Lukes News / Bluejaysnation / April 30

Blue Jays: Revisiting Nathan Lukes’ resurgence before he landed on the IL

Just when Nathan Lukes was getting hot, it all fell apart. Lukes hit a lead-off double for the Toronto Blue Jays in Friday’s 8-6 loss against the Cleveland Guardians last weekend.

MLB News / Toronto Blue Jays on SI / April 30

Blue Jays Series Opener vs. Twins: TV Channel, Stream, Radio

Coming off taking two out of three over the Boston Red Sox, the Toronto Blue Jays will begin a four-game series on Thursday night against the Minnesota Twins on the road as they slowly begin to get healthy.

Dylan Cease News / Bluejaysnation / April 30

Blue Jays: Where Dylan Cease ranks among the top AL arms to begin the year

After his latest starts against the Los Angeles Angels and Boston Red Sox, Dylan Cease sits second in the AL in terms of strikeouts (49), just behind Gavin Williams (53) and his additional start.

MLB News / Toronto Blue Jays on SI / April 30

Toronto Blue Jays Look to Break .500 Barrier vs Minnesota Twins

As April nears its end, the Toronto Blue Jays look to end the month on a high note against the Minnesota Twins on the road. After a cold start to the 2026 campaign, the defending American League champions have the chance to get back into the standings with an impressive road showing.

MLB News / Total Pro Sports / April 30

Blue Jays vs. Twins Game 1: Predictions, Picks & Odds, April 30

Blue Jays vs. Twins close Thursday’s MLB slate with a standalone matchup that should grab plenty of attention. With most of the day’s games starting earlier, this night game becomes the spotlight contest, and it features two solid right-handed starters plus two teams moving in opposite directions.

Max Scherzer News / Just Baseball / May 1

It’s a shame to see Max Scherzer’s career end like this

The 2026 season has not been kind to Max Scherzer and the Toronto Blue Jays, and he currently sits on Toronto’s 15-day injured list with forearm tendinitis and left ankle inflammation.

Toronto Blue Jays News / Yardbarker / April 30

How Blue Jays are slowly riding through wave of injuries

While the Toronto Blue Jays' early-season performance wasn't what fans were hoping for, they are slowly coming together following a storm of injuries.

Twins pursue reversal of fortunes in series opener vs. Jays

Blue Jays rout Red Sox to win three-game set

Blue Jays prospect Arjun Nimmala displaying improved power in High-A

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Toronto Blue Jays News / Larry Brown Sports / April 30

Vladimir Guerrero Jr. is surging toward a potential Blue Jays first

Vladimir Guerrero Jr. is putting himself in a position to pull off a feat no other Toronto Blue Jays player has ever done. Through Wednesday, Guerrero is batting .358, which is the second-best in the big leagues.

Toronto Blue Jays News / MLB Trade Rumors / April 29

Blue Jays Designate Eloy Jiménez For Assignment

The Blue Jays have reinstated outfielder/designated hitter George Springer from the 10-day injured list. In a corresponding move, designated hitter Eloy Jiménez has been designated for assignment.

Toronto Blue Jays News / Yardbarker / April 29