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Blue Jays Nation’s 2026 Pre-Season Prospect Countdown – No. 19: Tim Piasentin

It’s been a long time since the Toronto Blue Jays have had a slugging prospect to be excited about, but Tim Piasentin could be that prospect. This is Blue Jays Nation’s bi-annual prospect ranking, where we’ll look at the top 35 prospects in the system in the month of February.

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Blue Jays Facing John Schneider Decision After News During Spring Training

The Toronto Blue Jays had a memorable 2025 season, reaching the World Series for the first time in more than three decades. While the roster was loaded with talent, it cannot be overlooked how strong manager John Schneider was throughout the run.

Toronto Blue Jays News / Total Apex Sports / February 20

Scherzer Talks Heating Up As Blue Jays Push Toward A Reunion

The Toronto Blue Jays didn’t waste time reshaping their roster this offseason, but the biggest move still on the board might be the one gaining the most traction.

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The 'Live-Ball Era strikeout leaders' quiz

How many of the 36 MLB pitchers with 2,500 or more strikeouts in the Live-Ball Era (since 1920) can you name in five minutes?

The 'Home run leaders by MLB team' quiz

The ''MLB: The Show' cover athletes' quiz

The 'Active 200-strikeout MLB seasons' quiz

Toronto Blue Jays News / Toronto Blue Jays on SI / February 20

What the Blue Jays Are Prioritizing in Bullpen Roles in 2026

The excitement around the Toronto Blue Jays has reached new heights. After a remarkable 2025 season, the front office's aggressive approach has put the Blue Jays in an excellent position to repeat that success.

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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.

Toronto Blue Jays News / MLB Trade Rumors / February 20

Blue Jays In Talks With Max Scherzer

The Blue Jays have maintained some interest in Max Scherzer throughout the winter, and talks between the two sides have become more serious over the past week, per Ben Nicholson-Smith of Sportsnet.

Toronto Blue Jays News / Toronto Blue Jays on SI / February 20

Blue Jays Undergo Major Transformation in 26-and-Under Power Rankings

In the aftermath of a season in which they came agonizingly close to being World Series champions, the Toronto Blue Jays have arrived at Spring Training preaching a message of looking forward and not backward.

Kazuma Okamoto News / MLB on ClutchPoints / February 20

Blue Jays’ Kazuma Okamoto goes to 1st base school with Vladimir Guerrero Jr

The Toronto Blue Jays signed Kazuma Okamoto to a four-year, $60 million to be their new third baseman. However, the Blue Jays are seeing if Okamoto is capable of helping them elsewhere on the diamond as well.

MLB News / Yardbarker

25 MLB players who have the most to prove in 2026

The new MLB season brings opportunities as players head into their walk years and try to rebound from subpar performances. These 25 players stand out heading into 2026.

Should Red Sox trade for former All-Star infielder?

Mariners getting needed bat in All-Star Brendon Donovan via three-team deal with Cardinals, Rays

Giants CEO calls Dodgers a 'dragon to slay'

Yankees' latest endeavor points to a Jasson Dominguez mistake waiting to happen

Top of Phillies' rotation is elite, but also comes with questions

Toronto Blue Jays News / Bluejaysnation / February 20

Blue Jays 2026 40-man Roster Review: Chase Lee will likely split this season between Triple-A and the big leagues

A few hours before the Toronto Blue Jays signed submarine reliever Tyler Rogers, they traded for sidearm reliever Chase Lee. This is Blue Jays Nation’s annual 40-man roster review ahead of the new season.

Toronto Blue Jays News / Bluejaysnation / February 20

Blue Jays’ Shane Bieber progressing well, hopes to begin throwing progression soon

As Shane Bieber recovers from right forearm fatigue that’ll sideline him through Opening Day, the 30-year-old righty, who’s entering his first full season post-Tommy John surgery, hasn’t yet thrown off a mound this spring.

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The 'Most seasons played by NFL team' quiz

The 'TD-catch leaders by NFL team' quiz

The 'Receiving leaders by NFL season' quiz

The 'NBA All-Star MVPs' quiz

Jeff Hoffman News / Just Baseball / February 20

The Blue Jays Should be Prepared to Pivot at Closer in 2026

Last offseason, the Toronto Blue Jays inked reliever Jeff Hoffman to a three-year, $33 million deal to serve as the team’s closing pitcher for the foreseeable future, and his first year in Toronto didn’t necessarily go to plan.

Anthony Santander News / Toronto Blue Jays on SI / February 20

Blue Jays Star Anthony Santander Speaks for First Time Since Brutal Injury News

The Toronto Blue Jays got a brutal dose of injury news earlier this month when it was revealed that high-priced slugger Anthony Santander could miss as many as six months following a shoulder procedure.

Grant Rogers News / Bluejaysnation / February 20

Blue Jays Nation’s 2026 Pre-Season Prospect Countdown – No. 20: Grant Rogers

Grant Rogers was one of a handful of Toronto Blue Jays pitching prospects to break out in 2025. This is Blue Jays Nation’s bi-annual prospect ranking, where we’ll look at the top 35 prospects in the system in the month of February.

Toronto Blue Jays News / Athlon Sports / February 20

Shane Bieber's Status Gets Clarity as Blue Jays Deal With Bowden Francis Setback

Veteran starting pitcher Shane Bieber almost became a champion after the Toronto Blue Jays traded for him last season, but it wasn't meant to be. They lost in seven games to the Los Angeles Dodgers in the World Series, culminating in a 5-4, 11-inning loss in the final contest.

Max Scherzer News / Total Pro Sports / February 20

MLB Rumors: Injured Players Could Pave The Way For Max Scherzer To AN NL West Team

Veteran pitcher Max Scherzer remains a free agent. He’s one of the few experienced pitchers waiting for an opportunity. Justin Verlander managed to find his way back to the Detroit Tigers.

Max Scherzer News / MLB Trade Rumors / February 19

Which Team Will Sign Max Scherzer?

When we last saw Max Scherzer, he was walking off the mound in Game 7 of the World Series. The future Hall of Famer had held the Dodgers to one run on four hits across 4 1/3 innings and left the game holding a 3-1 lead.

Adam Macko News / Bluejaysnation / February 19

Blue Jays Nation’s 2026 Pre-Season Prospect Countdown – No. 21: Adam Macko

It seems like the 2026 season will be the year Adam Macko finally makes his big league debut for the Toronto Blue Jays. This is Blue Jays Nation’s bi-annual prospect ranking, where we’ll look at the top 35 prospects in the system in the month of February.

Toronto Blue Jays News / Toronto Blue Jays on SI / February 19

Blue Jays Fan Favorite Slugger Shockingly May Not Make Opening Day Roster

The Toronto Blue Jays are about to get started with their spring training schedule following what was a big offseason, but as they move through camp, difficult decisions will have to be made.

Toronto Blue Jays News / MLB on ClutchPoints / February 19

Insider drops Robbie Ray comparison on Blue Jays’ Dylan Cease plan

The Toronto Blue Jays are hoping they can get Dylan Cease back to his top form after his two-year stint with the San Diego Padres. The Blue Jays madea

Toronto Blue Jays News / Toronto Blue Jays on SI / February 19

Blue Jays Predicted to Reunite With Pitcher Amid Rotation Concerns

With the start of spring training right around the corner for the Toronto Blue Jays, there have been some injury concerns for the team recently. Following a great season in 2025, the Blue Jays were aggressive right from the jump this offseason.

Toronto Blue Jays News / Bluejaysnation / February 19

Blue Jays’ Eric Lauer will start 2026 Grapefruit League opener

Eric Lauer will be on the bump for Saturday’s Grapefruit League opener versus the Philadelphia Phillies, the Toronto Blue Jays announced Thursday. The 30-year-old southpaw will open the club’s exhibition schedule at TD Ballpark in Dunedin, Fla., as he continues his spring training starter’s build-up.

Toronto Blue Jays News / Athlon Sports / February 17

Blue Jays' George Springer Sends Message to Vladimir Guerrero Jr. Amid Spring Training

The Toronto Blue Jays made a run to the World Series last year, and a huge reason why was the production of designated hitter George Springer and first basemanVladimir Guerrero Jr.

Toronto Blue Jays News / Yardbarker / February 17

Breaking down Blue Jays' projected rotation for 2026

Here's a breakdown of Toronto's projected rotation for 2026.

Twins get nasty injury news about right-hander Pablo Lopez

Top MLB prospects to watch in spring training games

Should Phillies' Dave Dombrowski be on hot seat?

The 'Live-Ball Era strikeout leaders' quiz

Ernie Clement News / Just Baseball / February 17

Ernie Clement Will Be Key to the Blue Jays’ Success

The Toronto Blue Jays have one of the best lineups in baseball from top to bottom, and that’s no secret. In fact, in some areas, they might have too much depth and will have to make difficult decisions to prioritize certain players.