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Blue Jays: The ramifications of signing Dylan Cease

The Toronto Blue Jays got their guy. Out of the blue on Wednesday evening, numerous sources reported that the Blue Jays have signed Dylan Cease. With the deal, their rotation is all but locked, as it will feature Cease, Shane Bieber, José Berríos, Kevin Gausman, and Trey Yesavage.

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Reports: Blue Jays land RHP Dylan Cease with 7-year, $210M deal

Free-agent right-hander Dylan Cease has agreed to a seven-year, $210 million deal with the Toronto Blue Jays, according to multiple reports on Wednesday.

Dylan Cease News / Yardbarker / November 26

Dylan Cease signing monster deal with Blue Jays, will make team even stronger

After losing the World Series in seven games to the Los Angeles Dodgers, the Toronto Blue Jays decided to make the first big signing of the offseason.

Angels reportedly set to be rid of MLB's worst contract

Biggest factor that may keep Kyle Tucker from cashing in during MLB free agency

Red Sox linked to a three-time All-Star in free agency

Red Sox add needed second starter in trade with Cardinals

Three potential landing spots for Adolis Garcia

Three potential landing spots for Japanese star Kazuma Okamoto

Cal Raleigh News / Yardbarker Quizzes

The 'Most home runs by a switch hitter' quiz

A Major League switch hitter has hit at least 35 home runs on 35 occasions in MLB history. How many of the switch hitters to reach that milestone can you name in five minutes?

The 'MLB home run leaders since 1997' quiz

The 'Multiple MLB 30/30 seasons' quiz

The 'MLB home run record by position' quiz

Dylan Cease News / Larry Brown Sports / November 26

Dylan Cease to sign massive contract with Blue Jays

Dylan Cease is the first Major League Baseball player of the offseason to get an enormous payday in free agency.

Angels reportedly set to be rid of MLB's worst contract

Three KBO stars who MLB teams should pursue

Three potential landing spots for Japanese star Kazuma Okamoto

The 25 greatest pitching seasons from the modern MLB era

The '2023 MLB strikeout leaders' quiz

MLB News / Yardbarker

25 notable MLB Hall of Famers who never won a World Series

Among the countless Hall of Famers who never experienced the joy of winning a World Series, there are several notable legends who stand out. Here's our list of the 25 greatest.

Toronto Blue Jays News / Bluejaysnation / November 26

Looking at Baseball America’s latest Blue Jays’ top 10 prospect list

The Toronto Blue Jays’ farm system has improved drastically over the past year. Recently, we looked at how it stands heading into the 2026 season; spoiler alert: it’s pretty good.

Toronto Blue Jays News / Toronto Blue Jays on SI / November 26

Blue Jays Unconditionally Release Veteran Pitcher to Pursue Opportunity Abroad

The Toronto Blue Jays have quite a bit of work to do this winter to put themselves in a prime position to compete again. The starting pitching rotation was one of the biggest concerns due to how many will be hitting the market, and with Shane Bieber opting in to his deal, things have become a little simpler, at least.

Don Mattingly News / Toronto Blue Jays on SI / November 26

Don Mattingly Reveals Blue Jays' Biggest World Series Regret

The Toronto Blue Jays battled the Los Angeles Dodgers over seven hard-fought games in the World Series, but in the end, they fell just short. The Blue Jays lost Game 7 at home in heartbreaking fashion, losing by one run in 11 innings after blowing a 3-0 lead.

Toronto Blue Jays News / Bluejaysnation / November 26

3 players the Blue Jays could lose in next month’s Rule 5 Draft

This year’s Rule 5 Draft will take place during the Winter Meetings in Orlando, Florida, on December 10th. The Blue Jays have several intriguing minor league players who have been left unprotected, and therefore could be snatched up by another team.

Toronto Blue Jays News / Bluejaysnation / November 26

4 pitchers the Blue Jays should avoid this offseason

The Toronto Blue Jays’ desire to bolster their pitching staff this offseason is well-known — who they will sign to accomplish that goal is yet to be determined.

MLB News / Yardbarker

The 25 greatest pitching seasons from the modern MLB era

America's favorite pastime has more memorable performances than any sport. As such, figuring out which pitchers had the best seasons ever is no easy task.

Toronto Blue Jays News / Bluejaysnation / November 26

5 depth signings the Blue Jays should consider this offseason

The Toronto Blue Jays are considering several players who could help push them over the top after they came as close as possible to winning a World Series in 2025.

Toronto Blue Jays News / Toronto Blue Jays on SI / November 26

Could the Blue Jays Really Afford To Sign These Two Massive Hitters?

The Toronto Blue Jays have just posted the best season that the organization has seen in over 30 years. After coming up short in a heartbreaking game seven of the World Series, they are anything but thrilled about their year.

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The 'Three-TD, Three-INT NFL games' quiz

The 'Most 3-TD, 0-INT NFL games' quiz

The 'Most catches by an NFL running back' quiz

The '2025 NFL draft QB class' quiz

Toronto Blue Jays News / Bluebird Banter / November 26

Thinking Through the Blue Jays Off-Season (Part 1)

For the last few years, I’ve run a series in late November or early December looking at the Blue Jays off-season and trying to work through what I would do if I were the GM.

Toronto Blue Jays News / Toronto Blue Jays on SI / November 25

Blue Jays Sign Young Free Agent Infielder to Contract, Add Depth to Roster

The Toronto Blue Jays are in an extremely intriguing position when it comes to their infield, both regarding the starting group and the depth. With Bo Bichette hitting the open market this winter, things will somewhat revolve around whether or not he is retained by the Blue Jays or decides to head elsewhere.

MLB News / Yardbarker / November 25

Potential Ketel Marte trade will be expensive

Diamondbacks 'listening' to Ketel Marte offers, but trade will be expensive

Marte has been the primary second baseman for the Diamondbacks since the 2022 campaign.

A hypothetical Braves trade with the Diamondbacks for Ketel Marte

Red Sox add needed second starter in trade with Cardinals

The 25 greatest performances in the MLB All-Star Game

The 'Playoff home run leaders by MLB team' quiz

MLB News / Athlon Sports / November 25

Blue Jays, Ketel Marte News Emerges After Bo Bichette Report

The Toronto Blue Jays are entering the offseason looking to retool in hopes of returning to the World Series in 2026. One of the biggest storylines this winter will be the future of Bo Bichette, who has spent his entire seven-year career with the organization.