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Toronto Blue Jays Pull Off Shocking Trade With Angels for Jose Soriano

Toronto Blue Jays Pull Off Shocking Trade With Angels for Jose Soriano

The Toronto Blue Jays have been closely monitored ahead of the Aug. 3 trade deadline. After a rough start to the second half of the season, the Blue Jays have won two consecutive series.

MLB News / CBSSports.com / August 3

José Soriano trade grades: Blue Jays pay big price to land Angels starter

The Angels got Arjun Nimmala, who could be the best prospect moved at the 2026 MLB trade deadline

Toronto Blue Jays News / Bluebird Banter / August 3

Blue Jays Trade For José Soriano

So sell off a starting pitcher one day, buy a starting pitcher the next. The Jays have picked up 27-year-old José Soriano from the Angels. José Soriano is a very good pitcher, and much younger than Kevin Gausman.

Kevin Gausman News / Larry Brown Sports / August 3
Blue Jays quickly pivot from Kevin Gausman with a trade for AL West pitcher

Blue Jays quickly pivot from Kevin Gausman with a trade for AL West pitcher

The Toronto Blue Jays have made another pitcher trade ahead of Monday’s deadline. After trading Kevin Gausman to the Chicago Cubs on Sunday, the Blue Jays kicked off their workweek by acquiring pitcher Jose Soriano from the Los Angeles Angels, according to baseball insider Jeff Passan of ESPN.

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The 'Pitching Triple Crown winners' quiz

The 'Pitching Triple Crown winners' quiz

Winning the MLB pitching Triple Crown entails leading the league in wins, ERA (earned runs average) and strikeouts.How many of the pitchers in the live-ball era (since 1920) that accomplished this rare feat can you name?

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Jose Soriano News / Yardbarker / August 3
Blue Jays acquire right-handed starter Jose Soriano from Angels

Blue Jays acquire right-handed starter Jose Soriano from Angels

Soriano provides the Blue Jays with a controllable asset who remains under club control through the 2028 season.

George Springer's resurgence helping Blue Jays gain momentum
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Every first-overall MLB draft pick from the 21st century

Every first-overall MLB draft pick from the 21st century

The MLB Draft doesn’t get the same attention as the NFL Draft…or the NBA Draft…or even the NHL Draft. There’s the element of a stay in a farm system, the general lack of immediate impact for MLB draft picks, and the fact that it’s tougher for one MLB player to turn a franchise’s fortunes around.

Arjun Nimmala News / Athlon Sports / August 3
Blue Jays Acquire Top Prospect Arjun Nimmala in Blockbuster José Soriano Trade

Blue Jays Acquire Top Prospect Arjun Nimmala in Blockbuster José Soriano Trade

The Toronto Blue Jays made another major splash ahead of the MLB trade deadline, reportedly acquiring right-hander José Soriano from the Los Angeles Angels in exchange for top shortstop prospect Arjun Nimmala, outfielder Eddie Micheletti and right-handed pitcher Angel Rivero, according to ESPN's Jeff Passan.

Toronto Blue Jays News / MLB Trade Rumors / August 3
Blue Jays Acquire José Soriano

Blue Jays Acquire José Soriano

The Blue Jays sold off one veteran arm last night but are quickly acquiring a more controllable replacement. Toronto has announced the acquisition of right-hander José Soriano from the Angels in exchange for top shortstop prospect Arjun Nimmala, minor league outfielder Eddie Micheletti and minor league righty Angel Rivero.

Max Scherzer News / MLB on ClutchPoints / August 3
Blue Jays’ Max Scherzer reaches top 10 status with vintage form vs. Cardinals

Blue Jays’ Max Scherzer reaches top 10 status with vintage form vs. Cardinals

The Toronto Blue Jays may have lost 5-1 on Sunday to the St. Louis Cardinals, but the team wasn’t without its bright spots. For starters, veteran starting pitcher Max Scherzer looked good in just his second start since coming off the injured list.

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The 20 greatest MLB teams to never win the World Series

The 20 greatest MLB teams to never win the World Series

Even the most successful regular-season teams in Major League Baseball have failed to win it all. Here's our list of 20 such clubs that fall into that category.

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Kevin Gausman News / Trade Talk Sports / August 3
The Blue Jays Will Miss More Than Kevin Gausman’s Arm

The Blue Jays Will Miss More Than Kevin Gausman’s Arm

Baseball trades are usually judged by numbers. How many prospects did a team get? Did the player still have value? Did the deal make sense for the future?

MLB News / Bluejaysnation / August 2
Blue Jays: Getting to know Brett Bateman, the outfield prospect acquired in the Kevin Gausman trade

Blue Jays: Getting to know Brett Bateman, the outfield prospect acquired in the Kevin Gausman trade

Add another left-handed batting outfielder to the Toronto Blue Jays prospect pool. On Sunday evening, the Blue Jays sent Kevin Gausman to the Chicago Cubs in exchange for Ty Southisene and Brett Bateman.

MLB News / Field Level Media / August 2
Reports: Cubs bolster rotation, acquire veteran Kevin Gausman from Blue Jays

Reports: Cubs bolster rotation, acquire veteran Kevin Gausman from Blue Jays

The Chicago Cubs are getting a much-needed boost to their rotation depth by acquiring right-hander Kevin Gausman from the Toronto Blue Jays ahead of Monday's trade deadline, according to reports Sunday night by ESPN and The Athletic.

MLB News / Bluejaysnation / August 2
Blue Jays: Getting to know Ty Southisene, one of the prospects acquired in the Kevin Gausman trade

Blue Jays: Getting to know Ty Southisene, one of the prospects acquired in the Kevin Gausman trade

The first domino for the Toronto Blue Jays fell on Sunday evening. According to The Athletic’s Mitch Bannon and Ken Rosenthal, the Blue Jays have sent

Kevin Gausman News / Larry Brown Sports / August 2
Blue Jays trade Kevin Gausman to NL contender

Blue Jays trade Kevin Gausman to NL contender

The Chicago Cubs have acquired an All-Star pitcher of their own before the MLB trade deadline. Several reports confirmed Sunday that the Toronto Blue Jays have agreed to trade Kevin Gausman to Chicago.

MLB News / Yardbarker / August 2
Chicago Cubs get needed rotation reinforcement in Kevin Gausman

Chicago Cubs get needed rotation reinforcement in Kevin Gausman

The Chicago Cubs and Toronto Blue Jays matched up a trade earlier on Sunday with pitcher Jameson Taillon heading to Toronto. A second deal on Sunday will bolster the Cubs rotation.

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Max Scherzer News / Athlon Sports / August 2
Max Scherzer Sends Trade Message After Blue Jays Loss

Max Scherzer Sends Trade Message After Blue Jays Loss

The Toronto Blue Jays fell to the St. Louis Cardinals on Sunday afternoon, 5-1. Max Scherzer started the game for Toronto, tossing six innings of one-run ball while striking out five and walking only one.

Jameson Taillon News / Yardbarker / August 2
Blue Jays gamble that a change of scenery works for Jameson Taillon

Blue Jays gamble that a change of scenery works for Jameson Taillon

The Toronto Blue Jays have not given up on a late run to the postseason. A possible change of scenery candidate could help that playoff push.

Kevin Gausman has simple message in possible final Blue Jays start
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Max Scherzer News / Field Level Media / August 2
Jays turn to Max Scherzer to keep Cardinals in downward spiral

Jays turn to Max Scherzer to keep Cardinals in downward spiral

The Toronto Blue Jays will be going for a sweep Sunday afternoon in the finale of a three-game series with the visiting St. Louis Cardinals. The Blue Jays clinched the series with a 5-1 victory Saturday afternoon.

Toronto Blue Jays News / Trade Talk Sports / August 2
Vladimir Guerrero Jr. Is Fighting a Bigger Battle Than No Home Runs

Vladimir Guerrero Jr. Is Fighting a Bigger Battle Than No Home Runs

Every baseball player deals with pressure. But some players deal with expectations that follow them everywhere. That has become the story surrounding Vladimir Guerrero Jr.

Toronto Blue Jays News / Yardbarker / August 1
George Springer's resurgence helping Blue Jays gain momentum

George Springer's resurgence helping Blue Jays gain momentum

The Toronto Blue Jays' recent momentum has helped revive their disappointing season, and George Springer's turnaround in the last few weeks has been a big part of that.

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Toronto Blue Jays News / Yardbarker / August 1
Kevin Gausman has simple message in possible final Blue Jays start

Kevin Gausman has simple message in possible final Blue Jays start

If Saturday was indeed the last time that pitcher Kevin Gausman stepped on the mound in Toronto as a member of the Blue Jays, he wanted to make sure he didn't hide his feelings.

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Toronto Blue Jays News / MLB Trade Rumors / July 31
Blue Jays Expected To Move Rentals, Open To Adding Players Controlled Beyond 2026

Blue Jays Expected To Move Rentals, Open To Adding Players Controlled Beyond 2026

The Blue Jays took a 3-1 series opener over the Cardinals tonight. That combined with another Cleveland loss moved them within 4.5 games of the AL’s final Wild Card spot.

MLB News / Yardbarker / July 31
Phillies, Blue Jays emerging as possible trade partners

Phillies, Blue Jays emerging as possible partners in blockbuster trade

The Philadelphia Phillies have holes in their rotation, bullpen and outfield. A trade with the Toronto Blue Jays could help fill in those gaps.

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Toronto Blue Jays News / Yardbarker / July 30
Blue Jays not listening to trade offers on one elite asset

Blue Jays not listening to trade offers on one elite asset

One player who could draw considerable interest and likely fetch a massive haul for the Blue Jays doesn't appear to be on the market.

Blue Jays’ Yimi Garcia getting checked for thoracic outlet syndrome
Blue Jays face dual challenge with Daulton Varsho and George Springer
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Toronto Blue Jays News / Yardbarker / July 29
Blue Jays face dual challenge with Daulton Varsho and George Springer

Blue Jays face dual challenge with Daulton Varsho and George Springer

With the Aug 3. trade deadline days away, the Toronto Blue Jays have decisions to make with both Daulton Varsho and George Springer. 

Realistic vs. unrealistic trade deadline scenarios for Blue Jays
Shane Bieber destroys trade value with historically poor outing
Blue Jays’ Yimi Garcia getting checked for thoracic outlet syndrome
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Shane Bieber News / Yardbarker / July 28
Shane Bieber destroys trade value with historically poor outing

Shane Bieber destroys trade value with historically poor outing

The Toronto Blue Jays are likely to be sellers ahead of the Aug. 3 MLB trade deadline. One popular trade target for the Blue Jays is right-hander Shane Bieber.

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Luis Urias News / Yardbarker / July 28
Luis Urias has quietly panned out for the Blue Jays

Luis Urias has quietly panned out for the Blue Jays

Since the Toronto Blue Jays acquired Luis Urias from the Arizona Diamondbacks on June 20, he has been quietly productive as an impactful depth piece.

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