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Blue Jays: Looking at a potential platoon strategy for the lineup in 2026

Offensive versatility played a huge role in the success of the 2025 Toronto Blue Jays. Their flexible roster allowed them to deploy a different lineup

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3 reasons why the Blue Jays need more bullpen depth heading into 2026

The Blue Jays may have had a busy offseason, focusing on adding to their pitching staff in high-profile arms like Dylan Cease and Cody Ponce. On the bullpen side, the team signed Tyler Rogers to give the relief core a different look with his submarine delivery.

Toronto Blue Jays News / RugbyPass / February 18

Perpignan reveal full extent of Jamie Ritchie injury

Perpignan have revealed that Scotland flanker Jamie Ritchie will be out of action for two months after suffering a tibial plateau fracture in the Calcutta Cup victory over England in round two of the Guinness Six Nations.

Toronto Blue Jays News / Toronto Blue Jays on SI / February 17

Blue Jays Camp Already Buzzing After Vladimir Guerrero Jr.’s Shoe Prank

The Toronto Blue Jays spring training 2026 is barely off the ground in Dunedin and George Springer is already walking around in his cleats because Vladimir Guerrero Jr.

MLB News / Yardbarker Quizzes

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 / Bluejaysnation / February 17

Blue Jays Nation’s 2026 Pre-Season Prospect Countdown – No. 23: Josh Kasevich

In what was supposed to be a breakout season, injuries derailed Josh Kasevich’s 2025 season. 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.

Athletics News / Yardbarker

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.

Spencer Miles News / Bluebird Banter / February 17

Better Know Your Blue Jays 40-man: Spencer Miles

Spencer Miles is a 25-year-old right-handed pitcher. The Blue Jays picked him up in the Rule 5 draft on December 10th, 2025 from the Giants. Miles was a fourth-round draft pick in 2022.

Toronto Blue Jays News / MLB on ClutchPoints / February 17

1 spring training position battle that could shape Blue Jays’ season

The Toronto Blue Jays have one goal in mind … not just to get back to the World Series, but to win the whole damn thing. The Blue Jays were two outs away from winning the World Series last November, but the Los Angeles Dodgers had one of the biggest displays of clutch play ever to come back and win that game.

Toronto Blue Jays News / Toronto Blue Jays on SI / February 17

Blue Jays' Utility Man Will Have Chance for Breakout Season as Likely Starter

With spring training quickly approaching for the Toronto Blue Jays, the team is getting set to try to replicate what a great season in 2025 was. However, after a busy offseason, there will be some changes. Despite a lot of success in 2025 and nearly winning the World Series, the Blue Jays have their work cut out for them this year.

Toronto Blue Jays News / Bluebird Banter / February 17

Question Time: Blue Jays Spring Training Advice

Something vaguely resembling a Toronto Blue Jays baseball game will occur on Saturday. Until then, we’re in grainy cell phone video of batting practice land.

Toronto Blue Jays News / Toronto Blue Jays on SI / February 17

Blue Jays Superstar Slugger Projected To Have Elite Season in 2026

The Toronto Blue Jays have spring training starting up very soon, and expectations are going to be high for the franchise. Fortunately, they have one of the best sluggers in baseball, who is projected to have an excellent season. Coming off an excellent campaign in 2025, the Blue Jays are looking to get back to the World Series this season.

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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 / 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

Brandon Valenzuela News / Bluejaysnation / February 17

Blue Jays 2026 40-man Roster Review: Brandon Valenzuela has backup catcher potential

Before the 2025 trade deadline, the Toronto Blue Jays acquired their future backup catcher. This is Blue Jays Nation’s annual 40-man roster review ahead of the new season.

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Toronto Blue Jays News / Toronto Blue Jays on SI / February 17

Blue Jays Skipper Reveals Message to Players as Spring Training Ramps Up

It is one of the best times of year for baseball: spring training. That means Opening Day is inching closer and closer. Teams will soon reap the benefits of their offseason work, or learn they didn't do enough.

Toronto Blue Jays News / Bluejaysnation / February 17

Blue Jays Nation’s 2026 Pre-Season Prospect Countdown – No. 24: Micah Bucknam

Micah Bucknam is the second player drafted in 2025 to make our 2026 pre-season top prospect list! 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.

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.

MLB News / MLB on ClutchPoints / February 17

Blue Jays’ John Schneider sounds off on Vladimir Guerrero Jr. after Bo Bichette-Mets move

The Toronto Blue Jays will look to complete their World Series journey in 2026 after coming so close yet finishing so far in 2025. However, their revenge tour will have to take place without Bo Bichette, who’s now with the New York Mets after signing a three-year, $126 million deal with the team.

Toronto Blue Jays News / ESPN / February 16

Vlad Jr. 'turned the page' after World Series loss

Vladimir Guerrero Jr. was the last person to leave the Toronto dugout after the Game 7 loss to the Dodgers in the World Series last fall because the star slugger wanted that to be the moment when he moved on: "Right then, I just turned the page."

Toronto Blue Jays News / Toronto Blue Jays on SI / February 16

Blue Jays Could Shockingly Trade Fan Favorite Veteran Pitcher at Deadline

The Toronto Blue Jays enter the 2026 season now well into spring training with the hope that they can get back to the World Series this year and this time finish the job.

Toronto Blue Jays News / Bluejaysnation / February 16

Blue Jays Nation’s Top 25 Canadian Baseball Prospects for 2026: #6 Slater de Brun

The sixth-best Canadian prospect we’ll look at in this article was involved in one of the biggest trades this off-season. Born: Santa Monica, California

Vladimir Guerrero Jr. News / Athlon Sports / February 16

Vladimir Guerrero Jr. Sends Message After Blue Jays' MLB Free Agency

The Toronto Blue Jays had an eventful offseason following last year’s World Series loss. Despite the disappointing finish, the organization’s outlook has shifted as the club looks to build on that momentum and solidify itself as a long‑term contender in the American League.

Toronto Blue Jays News / Toronto Blue Jays on SI / February 16

Underrated Trade Acquisition Could Thrive in Blue Jays’ Bullpen

The Toronto Blue Jays have one of the better pitching staffs in all of Major League Baseball going into the 2026 campaign. After taking the Los Angeles Dodgers to Game 7 of the World Series, until proven otherwise, the Blue Jays are the team in the American League to run through.

MLB News / Just Baseball / February 17

What Should Fans Really Expect From George Springer in 2026?

George Springer put together a career season at the age of 35. What does he have instore for an encore in 2026? Think about what the general consensus was on Springer last March as the Toronto Blue Jays left Dunedin to embark on their 2025 season.

Toronto Blue Jays News / Just Baseball / February 15

Which Blue Jays Are in the 2026 World Baseball Classic?

While most Toronto Blue Jays fans will be cheering for the team north of the border, there’s plenty of representation throughout the tournament. 12 players (across 11 countries) from the organisation will be competing, so here are those to look out for at the 2026 WBC.