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Instant Reaction: Blue Jays collapse at Wrigley Field in 16-2 loss to Cubs

The Toronto Blue Jays found new and creative ways to lose on Friday, and the Chicago Cubs were happy to oblige in the series opener at Wrigley Field. In the series opener against the Cubs, the Blue Jays allowed a season-high 16 runs and 18 hits in a demoralizing 16-2 loss.

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Blue Jays To Reinstate Lazaro Estrada From 60-Day Injured List

The Blue Jays will reinstate right-hander Lazaro Estrada from the 60-day injured list, reports Francys Romero. Toronto has a couple openings on the 40-man roster after recently designating Yariel Rodríguez and Connor Seabold for assignment.

Toronto Blue Jays News / Bluejaysnation / June 19

Blue Jays sign utility player Max Viera to minor league deal

The Toronto Blue Jays signed some minor league depth recently. On Tuesday, the High Points Rockers of the Atlantic League, an independent league, announced that the Jays signed utility prospect Max Viera to a minor league deal.

MLB News / Toronto Blue Jays on SI / June 19

Former Blue Jays Reliever Has Found a Home with the Chicago Cubs

As part of a 2026 season that required the liberal use of bullpen days and plenty of leaning on relievers, the Toronto Blue Jays have depended heavily on contributions from workhorses like Mason Fluharty, Spencer Miles, Tyler Rogers, and Braydon Fisher.

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Toronto Blue Jays News / Bluebird Banter / June 19

That Was Awful

Blue Jays Little Cubs Lots As well as being a terrible baseball game, Vlad Guerrero left the game with a back issue after a swing. They are saying he will play tomorrow, but I wouldn’t bet on it.

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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.

Vladimir Guerrero Jr. News / Athlon Sports / June 19

Blue Jays Make Vladimir Guerrero Jr. Announcement After Cubs Game

Toronto Blue Jaysfirst basemanVladimir Guerrero Jr. has not had the season many were expecting out of the 27-year-old superstar. After last year's dream run to the World Series, Guerrero has followed it up with a lackluster 2026 season by his standards.

Toronto Blue Jays News / Athlon Sports / June 19

Blue Jays’ Yimi García Not Yet Ready to Return

The Toronto Blue Jays will have to wait a bit longer than expected to add Yimi García back to their bullpen. Thursday’s rehab appearance with Triple-A Buffalo was initially slated to be García’s final tuneup before rejoining the big league club for his season debut.

Kevin Gausman News / MLB on ClutchPoints / June 19

Blue Jays’ Kevin Gausman hits brutal low in awful start vs. Cubs

Toronto Blue Jays starter Kevin Gausman is one of the better pitchers in MLB, but he did not look like it on Friday. The veteran hurler allowed seven earned runs in the first inning of Friday’s game against the Chicago Cubs at Wrigley Field.

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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.

George Springer News / Athlon Sports / June 19

Blue Jays’ George Springer Sends Message After Career Milestone

George Springer reached 300 career home runs on Tuesday, and one of the pitchers who served up a couple of them along the way shares his clubhouse. Springer became the 168th player in MLB history to reach the mark, connecting on a two-run shot off Red Sox reliever Ryan Watson in the ninth inning of Toronto's 6-1 win at Fenway Park.

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Toronto Blue Jays News / Bluejaysnation / June 19

Blue Jays recall Brendon Little, option Chad Dallas

For the first time since April, Brendon Little is back with the Toronto Blue Jays. Shortly ahead of Friday’s series opener against the Chicago Cubs, the Blue Jays announced that Brendon Little has been called up to the 26-man roster.

Ernie Clement News / Athlon Sports / June 19

Ernie Clement News Emerges After Removal From Blue Jays Lineup

Ernie Clement has continued to deliver for the Toronto Blue Jays, now in his fourth season with the organization. Clement has been a major reason the Blue Jays have remained a competitive team once again this year despite all the injuries.

Shane Bieber News / MLB on ClutchPoints / June 19

Blue Jays starter Shane Bieber’s encouraging injury update comes with ‘funky’ catch

Toronto Blue Jays starting pitcher Shane Bieber is continuing to recover from an elbow injury. The right-handed starter recently made a rehab start and it seems like Bieber’s return may be near.

MLB News / Bluejaysnation / June 19

June 19 Gameday: Blue Jays head to Chicago riding three-game winning streak

The Toronto Blue Jays might just be finding their stride at the right time. After sweeping the Boston Red Sox, the Blue Jays now sit at 37-38 and hold

Toronto Blue Jays News / Bluejaysnation / June 19

Report: Blue Jays offer Korean two-way play Kim Ji-woo a bonus worth $1.5 million

The Toronto Blue Jays have been linked to another Korean prospect. Numerous sources reported on Thursday that the Blue Jays have offered two-way player Kim Ji-woo a bonus worth $1.5 million.

Toronto Blue Jays News / Trade Talk Sports / June 19

Ex-Manager Sees Another World Series Run in the Blue Jays

Through the first 75 games of the 2025-26 season, the Toronto Blue Jays (37-38) are not where they want to be, but a wide-open American League has them clinging to a wild card spot with everything they’re aiming for still right in front of them.

Jesus Sanchez News / Toronto Blue Jays on SI / June 19

Why Jesus Sanchez is Important Part of Blue Jays Lineup Against Cubs

The Toronto Blue Jays are in Chicago to face the Cubs. On a Friday, that means afternoon baseball at Wrigley Field. The Blue Jays head to Chicago for Friday’s opener on a bit of a hot streak.

Jake Bloss News / Bluejaysnation / June 19

Rehabbing Jake Bloss allows two runs over four innings in first Triple-A start of 2026

Jake Bloss continues to take positive strides forward while in the home stretch of his recovery from Tommy John surgery. The Toronto Blue Jays’ pitching prospect — now 13 months removed from undergoing season-ending surgery in May 2025 — was back on a mound at Triple-A on Thursday for the first time since hitting the injured list last season.

Daulton Varsho News / Athlon Sports / June 19

Blue Jays Announce Daulton Varsho News Before Cubs Game

Daulton Varsho has become one of the most valuable and versatile players for the Toronto Blue Jays since they acquired him in the 2023 offseason. His elite defense, power, and speed have made him a valuable part of Toronto’s lineup.

Toronto Blue Jays News / MLB on ClutchPoints / June 19

Blue Jays rumors: Toronto willing to take on more salary at trade deadline

Heading into Friday, the Toronto Blue Jays’ 37-38 record has them nine games out of the AL East but currently in a tie for the third Wild Card spot. The franchise knows they’ll need a bit more firepower to go on another deep playoff run.

Spencer Miles News / Just Baseball / June 19

Flexibility Has Made Spencer Miles a Perfect Fit for the Blue Jays

The Toronto Blue Jays have been no strangers to injury troubles in 2026, and their whole season has felt like a constant revolving door of players filling in roster holes left by injuries.