Toronto Blue Jays: Breaking News, Rumors & Highlights

Toronto Blue Jays News / Bluejaysnation / December 19

The biggest late-year moves by the Blue Jays in franchise history

There was once a time when the offseason truly meant that MLB executives and players took several months “off” from work, but that’s no longer. The latest example in Blue Jays land is the signing of Dylan Cease to a seven-year/$210 million contract on the eve of American Thanksgiving.

Toronto Blue Jays News / Bluejaysnation / December 19

Blue Jays sign Jorge Alcalá to minor league deal

As they say, no minor league signing is a bad one. On Thursday evening, 7News’ Ari Alexander reported that the Toronto Blue Jays have signed right-handed relief pitcher Jorge Alcalá.

MLB News / Bluejaysnation / December 18

Blue Jays sign former Pirates catching prospect Geovanny Planchart to minor-league deal

The Toronto Blue Jays added another layer of catching depth to the pipeline on Thursday. According to the club’s transaction log, they’ve signed catcher/first baseman Geovanny Planchart to a minor-league deal for next season.

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Ernie Clement News / Toronto Blue Jays on SI / December 18

Here’s Why Blue Jays’ Ernie Clement Is Poised for Monstrous 2026 Performance

The Toronto Blue Jays' organization has been crystal clear about how aggressive they are this postseason as they try to avoid the same heartbreaking loss that came in an extra-inning game seven of the World Series this year.

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25 MLB players on the brink of stardom in 2026

The stars were out in full force during the 2025 World Series. From Max Scherzer in Toronto to Freddie Freeman, Mookie Betts, and of course, Shohei Ohtani, in Los Angeles, there was no shortage of the game's best under the brightest lights.

Toronto Blue Jays News / Stadium Rant / December 18

Blue Jays in ’26: Why Limiting Damage Matters More Than Adding Power

2025 will go down as one of the greatest seasons in Toronto Blue Jays franchise history. Now that the dust has settled from their heartbreaking runner-up finish to the Los Angeles Dodgers in a thrilling seven-game dogfight, some basic analysis—combined with a bit of research—reveals a satisfying conclusion.

Tyler Heineman News / Bluebird Banter / December 18

The Season That Was: Tyler Heineman

The Blue Jays picked up Tyler Heineman off waivers from the Red Sox in September of 2024, and he got into five games with the Jays, after playing two with the Red Sox.

Toronto Blue Jays News / Bluejaysnation / December 18

First World Series appearance in 32 years earned Blue Jays players $354K each

Major League Baseball revealed its 2025 post-season bonus pool for players on Thursday, with the back-to-back World Series-champion Los Angeles Dodgers earning 36 per cent ($46.15 million) of the total $128.2 million pool, per Sportico’s report.

Toronto Blue Jays News / Toronto Blue Jays on SI / December 18

Blue Jays Among Group of Final Suitors for Kyle Tucker with NL Big Spenders

The Toronto Blue Jays went into the offseason looking to spend big in free agency, and that is exactly what they have done as they have gotten underway this winter.

Toronto Blue Jays News / Bluejaysnation / December 18

Blue Jays: Vancouver Canadians win 2025 Bob Freitas Award at High-A level

The Vancouver Canadians didn’t win the Northwest League Championship, but they didn’t finish the 2025 season empty handed. On Wednesday afternoon, Baseball America announced that the Canadians were the recipient of the Bob Freitas Award at the High-A level, given to a team in each of the full-season “A” leagues.

Toronto Blue Jays News / Just Baseball / December 18

The Blue Jays’ Top Trade Chip Nobody Is Talking About

The Toronto Blue Jays have been very prominent in the baseball world lately following their run to the World Series, recent free-agent signings, and overall fun clubhouse atmosphere.

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.

Jeremy Accardo News / Bluebird Banter / December 18

Blue Jays Birthdays: Jim Clancy, Roy Howell and Jeremy Accardo

We have a quartet of Blue Jays’ birthdays today. Jim Clancy would have turned 70 (but he died in July of this year), Roy Howell turns 72, Jeremy Accardo turns 44, and Willie Blair turns 60.

Toronto Blue Jays News / Yardbarker / December 18

Bo Bichette's latest decision could save his slow market

The star shortstop was expected to draw plenty of interest in free agency. Fast forward to today, and the market has been rather slow.

Bichette reunion with Blue Jays may be most likely outcome

Two-time Cy Young winner commits to Team USA for 2026 World Baseball Classic

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Toronto Blue Jays News / Bluejaysnation / December 18

Blue Jays trade Justin Bruihl to Guardians for cash considerations

Death, taxes, the Toronto Blue Jays making trades with the Cleveland Guardians. After the signing of Tyler Rogers became official on Tuesday, the Blue Jays designated Justin Bruihl for assignment.

MLB News / Bluejaysnation / December 18

Blue Jays: 3 potential trade partners for Jose Berrios

It’s no secret that the Toronto Blue Jays are reportedly floating around the idea of trading José Berríos this winter after a rocky season on and off the diamond.

Bo Bichette News / MLB Trade Rumors / December 17

Bo Bichette Reportedly Open To Playing Second Base

Bo Bichette is telling interested teams that he’s willing to sign as a second baseman, reports Mark Feinsand of MLB.com. That’s not especially surprising but theoretically opens his market.

Toronto Blue Jays News / Larry Brown Sports / December 17

Bo Bichette is willing to make a big change for interested teams

Bo Bichette is open to shifting from 6 to 4. The free agent shortstop Bichette has begun to tell interested MLB teams that he is willing to move to second base, Mark Feinsand of MLB.com reported on Wednesday.

Cody Ponce News / Toronto Blue Jays on SI / December 17

Cody Ponce Shares Mindset Ahead of First Full Season With Blue Jays

The Toronto Blue Jays have been anything but passive this offseason, making big strides to improve their 2026 roster, specifically their pitching staff.

Anthony Santander News / Bluejaysnation / December 17

The Blue Jays need a bounceback campaign from Anthony Santander in 2026

What if I told you the Blue Jays had a Kyle Schwarber/Pete Alonso-esque deal under their nose for a 40-plus home run hitter that required little effort to pull off?

Justin Bruihl News / Toronto Blue Jays on SI / December 17

Blue Jays Trade Young Left-Hander to Guardians for Cash in Offseason Swap

The Toronto Blue Jays have completed a trade with the Cleveland Guardians which has resulted in them sending some bullpen depth over in exchange for cash considerations.