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The Toronto Blue Jays could be in the market for a starter at the 2026 trade deadline

The Toronto Blue Jays probably already intended to acquire a starting pitcher at the 2026 trade deadline, but Max Scherzer’s latest injury has made it a non-negotiable. The team placed the 41-year-old on the injured list on Wednesday with back spasms just a few hours before his scheduled start.

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Brandon Valenzuela delivers in 9th, Blue Jays sweep Red Sox

Brandon Valenzuela's two-out double against Aroldis Chapman drove in Ernie Clement with the go-ahead run in the ninth inning and the visiting Toronto Blue Jays completed a three-game sweep of the Boston Red Sox with a 4-3 victory Wednesday afternoon.

Toronto Blue Jays News / Athlon Sports / June 18

Blue Jays’ John Schneider Facing Backlash After Trey Yesavage Decision

The Toronto Blue Jays entered Thursday’s series finale at Fenway Park with momentum on their side. Consecutive wins over the Boston Red Sox, including

Toronto Blue Jays News / Athlon Sports / June 18

Blue Jays’ Vladimir Guerrero Jr. Reacts To Tyler Heineman’s Parting Message

With Alejandro Kirk coming off the injured list and Brandon Valenzuela playing well, the Blue Jays did not need a third catcher. As a result, they opted to trade Tyler Heineman to the Los Angeles Angels for cash, doing so on Wednesday.

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The 'Last cycle by MLB team' quiz

Can you name the last player to hit a single, double, triple and home run in one game for every MLB franchise? Five minutes are on the clock.

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Tyler Heineman News / MLB on ClutchPoints / June 18

Tyler Heineman bids farewell to Blue Jays after Angels trade

Tyler Heineman’s seven-year MLB career has taken plenty of twists and turns. In his latest move, the catcher has been traded from the Toronto Blue Jays to the Los Angeles Angels.

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The 25 greatest rookie seasons in MLB history

Not every all-timer has instant success at the next level. For many baseball players, it takes a few bumps in the road out of the gate before they ever reach stardom.

Sean Keys News / Toronto Blue Jays on SI / June 18

Blue Jays Prospect Sean Keys Homers 3 Straight Games. So Why Isn't He Coming Up?

So, is it time to call up Sean Keys? His numbers are leaning that way and he has been impressive lately, but the roster says not yet. Keys is doing everything a rising prospect needs to do to gain attention and force the conversation about moving up to MLB.

Toronto Blue Jays News / Bluejaysnation / June 18

Blue Jays: Addison Barger and Lenyn Sosa closing in on rehab assignments

The Toronto Blue Jays’ roster is slowly fighting its way back to full strength as the halfway point of the 2026 MLB regular season approaches. Speaking

Anthony Santander News / Bluejaysnation / June 18

Blue Jays injury update: Anthony Santander could start hitting next week

The Toronto Blue Jays could be getting some power back in their lineup… eventually. Speaking to the media before Thursday’s series finale against the Red Sox, Blue Jays manager John Schneider noted that Anthony Santander could begin hitting within the next week.

Ernie Clement News / Athlon Sports / June 18

Ernie Clement Is Hitting .308 on a Profile That Shouldn't Work. Enjoy It While It Lasts.

Ernie Clement’s 2026 batting profile doesn’t seem to match the recent uptick in his offensive power related production. Clement is a low walk, low strikeout, high contact hitter, and always has been throughout his career.

John Schneider News / MLB on ClutchPoints / June 18

Blue Jays’ John Schneider shares plethora of injury updates before Red Sox game

With the Toronto Blue Jays finishing up a series against the Boston Red Sox on Thursday afternoon, the team is dealing with a myriad of injuries, though some have received key updates.

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Which 20 players have hit four home runs in an MLB game?

The only two things rarer in modern-day baseball than the four-homer game is the Triple Crown and the unassisted triple play. The former is, of course, done over an entire season, while there's a large level of lucky in the unassisted triple play.

Addison Barger News / Athlon Sports / June 18

Blue Jays Announce Disappointing Addison Barger News on Thursday

The Toronto Blue Jays have spent much of the season trying to overcome injuries to key contributors, including Addison Barger. Entering Thursday’s series

Toronto Blue Jays News / Bluebird Banter / June 18

Thursday Jays Notes

We have an early start today, 1:30 Eastern. Using seven pitcher on day two of 16 games in a row is less than optimal. It puts a fair bit of pressure on Trey Yesavage today.

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Toronto Blue Jays News / Bluejaysnation / June 18

June 18 Gameday: Trey Yesavage starts as Blue Jays look for their first series sweep since March

The Toronto Blue Jays are going for the series sweep on Thursday afternoon when they take on the Boston Red Sox. After claiming the first two games of

Toronto Blue Jays News / Bluejaysnation / June 18

Louis Varland is one of 5 Blue Jays relievers to display utter dominance

Blink and you may have missed it, but Louis Varland had one of the most dominant appearances by a Toronto Blue Jays reliever you’ll ever see. It took the Blue Jays’ closer three minutes and six seconds to shut down the Boston Red Sox in order in the bottom of the ninth inning last night.

Shane Bieber News / Bluejaysnation / June 18

Blue Jays: Shane Bieber reaches 80 pitches in rehab start with Bisons

The Toronto Blue Jays’ rotation needs Shane Bieber to return more than ever now. On the same day the club placed right-hander Max Scherzer on the 15-day

Myles Straw News / Toronto Blue Jays on SI / June 18

Blue Jays Needed Someone to Step Up. Myles Straw Has Delivered

It is always hard to give credit to the players who are stealing headlines, no matter the sport. Whether that is an offensive lineman in football, or a defensive specialist in basketball, they will never receive the recognition that All-Stars get simply because what they do isn't flashy.

Toronto Blue Jays News / Bluejaysnation / June 18

Instant Reaction: Blue Jays’ bullpen shuts down Red Sox offence to win series

The Toronto Blue Jays rode a bullpen day to a 3-0 win over the Boston Red Sox on Wednesday night at Fenway Park. After the Blue Jays (36-38) placed projected

MLB News / Field Level Media / June 17

Seven Blue Jays pitchers combine to shut out Red Sox

The Toronto Blue Jays received nine scoreless innings from seven pitchers and beat the host Boston Red Sox 3-0 on Wednesday in the second game of a three-game series.

Sean Keys News / Bluejaysnation / June 17

Blue Jays prospect Sean Keys hits home run in third consecutive game

The Toronto Blue Jays have a power-hitting third base prospect who looks to be on the cusp of a call up. On Wednesday afternoon, Sean Keys played his 11th game with the Triple-A Buffalo Bisons.

Alejandro Kirk News / Athlon Sports / June 17

Blue Jays Announce Trade News After Alejandro Kirk Decision

The Toronto Blue Jays entered Wednesday at 35-38 and third in the American League East despite battling several setbacks this season. Injuries have tested the club throughout the first half, forcing manager John Schneider to lean on depth pieces across the roster.

Tyler Heineman News / Bluejaysnation / June 18

Blue Jays trade Tyler Heineman to Angels for cash considerations

The Toronto Blue Jays’ catching depth took a hit on Wednesday. During Wednesday’s game against the Boston Red Sox, the team announced that recently DFA’d catcher Tyler Heineman had been traded to the Los Angeles Angels for cash considerations.