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Toronto Blue Jays News / Toronto Blue Jays on SI / July 31

Vancouver Seeks to Join Blue Jays in Canadian MLB Expansion

For over 15 years, Vancouver has been home to the Toronto Blue Jays' Single-A affiliate Vancouver Canadians. Now, the scenic Western Canadian city has a more ambitious goal in mind.

Toronto Blue Jays News / Toronto Blue Jays on SI / July 31

Blue Jays' Vladimir Guerrero Jr. Is Part of Club No Slugger Wants to Join

The Toronto Blue Jays offense was one of the stories of last season. It was a massive reason why the Blue Jays made their first World Series appearance since 1993 and came within a whisker of winning it all.

Toronto Blue Jays News / Bluejaysnation / July 31

5 controllable starting pitchers for the Blue Jays to target at this years trade deadline

It takes extreme nimbleness to thread the needle to become both buyers and sellers at the trade deadline, but 2026 might be the first time in a long time when the Toronto Blue Jays do a bit of both.

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Toronto Blue Jays News / Bluebird Banter / July 31

Blue Jays Top 40 Mid-Season Review Part 2: Additions, Subtractions, and Risers

Yesterday, I looked at the prospects on our top 40 or various honourable mention lists who were still prospects in the organization. Today, a look at changes prior to the deadline.

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Every first-overall MLB draft pick from the 21st century

The MLB Draft doesn’t get the same attention as the NFL Draft…or the NBA Draft…or even the NHL Draft. There’s the element of a stay in a farm system, the general lack of immediate impact for MLB draft picks, and the fact that it’s tougher for one MLB player to turn a franchise’s fortunes around.

Jeff Hoffman News / Bluejaysnation / July 30

Now is the time for the Blue Jays to trade Jeff Hoffman

Jeff Hoffman’s tenure with the Toronto Blue Jays has had its fair share of ups and downs. Since he arrived in Toronto back in the winter of 2025, Hoffman has been a polarizing player to watch.

MLB News / Bluejaysnation / July 30

2026 MLB trade deadline: Blue Jays and Astros trade fits

The Toronto Blue Jays have a thing for trading players to the Houston Astros while selling at the deadline. In fact, in all four years that the Blue Jays have sold since Ross Atkins and Mark Shaprio took over, they’ve completed a trade with the Astros.

MLB News / Yardbarker / July 31

Phillies, Blue Jays emerging as possible trade partners

Phillies, Blue Jays emerging as possible partners in blockbuster trade

The Philadelphia Phillies have holes in their rotation, bullpen and outfield. A trade with the Toronto Blue Jays could help fill in those gaps.

Blue Jays face dual challenge with Daulton Varsho and George Springer

Shane Bieber destroys trade value with historically poor outing

Phillies could be willing to part with their two best minor league arms

Embarrassing sweep should make Phillies think twice about buying at MLB trade deadline

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MLB News / MLB Trade Rumors / July 30

Phillies Interested In Daulton Varsho

The Phillies are interested in Blue Jays outfielder Daulton Varsho, reports Jon Heyman of The New York Post. Earlier today, Jon Morosi of MLB Network reported that the two clubs are emerging as potential trade partners, mentioning that Varsho, Kevin Gausman, Shane Bieber, Jeff Hoffman and George Springer could be fits for the Phils.

Toronto Blue Jays News / Bluejaysnation / July 30

Blue Jays Minor League Musings: JoJo Parker and Willie MacIver have multi-homer games

For the first time in a while, the Toronto Blue Jays’ system had an organizational sweep. Wednesday afternoon saw the big league club defeat the Washington Nationals by a score of 5-2.

MLB News / Bluejaysnation / July 30

2026 MLB trade deadline: Blue Jays and Guardians trade fits

Last season, the Toronto Blue Jays and Cleveland Guardians made a trade. On trade deadline day, 2025 the Jays sent pitching prospect Khal Stephen to the Guardians for Shane Bieber, as the Blue Jays were buying and the Guardians were selling.

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The 20 greatest MLB teams to never win the World Series

Even the most successful regular-season teams in Major League Baseball have failed to win it all. Here's our list of 20 such clubs that fall into that category.

Toronto Blue Jays News / Bluejaysnation / July 30

Where are they now? Tracking the Blue Jays’ 2024 trade deadline deals

The Toronto Blue Jays’ disappointing form in 2026 has made it quite likely that they will be sellers at the upcoming trade deadline. It wasn’t long ago that the Blue Jays were sellers in 2024.

Toronto Blue Jays News / Bluejaysnation / July 30

Series Recap: Blue Jays take two of three from the Nationals in final road series before the trade deadline

For the first time in three weeks, the Toronto Blue Jays have won a series. With their fates as sellers at this season’s trade deadline already secured, the Blue Jays rolled into the United States’ capital and managed to take two of three from the Washington Nationals, the highest scoring team in baseball.

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Ricky Tiedemann News / Bluejaysnation / July 30

Rehabbing Ricky Tiedemann finding his groove again in one-inning role

Now healthy, at long last, Ricky Tiedemann is starting to look like himself again. The oft-injured 23-year-old lefty — who missed all last season due to Tommy John surgery — is back pitching in actual games, having now made a pair of Single-A rehab appearances following a recent shutdown due to neck/shoulder soreness.

Toronto Blue Jays News / Yardbarker / July 30

Blue Jays not listening to trade offers on one elite asset

One player who could draw considerable interest and likely fetch a massive haul for the Blue Jays doesn't appear to be on the market.

Blue Jays’ Yimi Garcia getting checked for thoracic outlet syndrome

Blue Jays face dual challenge with Daulton Varsho and George Springer

Shane Bieber destroys trade value with historically poor outing

The 'World Series single-game K leaders' quiz

Toronto Blue Jays News / Bluejaysnation / July 30

Looking back at some trades the Blue Jays have made with American League East foes

With the trade deadline now just days away, the Toronto Blue Jays appear to be gearing up to be sellers this season, it’s essential to examine the options available come deadline day.

Toronto Blue Jays News / Yardbarker / July 29

Blue Jays face dual challenge with Daulton Varsho and George Springer

With the Aug 3. trade deadline days away, the Toronto Blue Jays have decisions to make with both Daulton Varsho and George Springer.

Realistic vs. unrealistic trade deadline scenarios for Blue Jays

Shane Bieber destroys trade value with historically poor outing

Blue Jays’ Yimi Garcia getting checked for thoracic outlet syndrome

Blue Jays share Vladimir Guerrero Jr. injury update after baserunning scare

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Toronto Blue Jays News / Just Baseball / July 29

What Does the Rest of the Season Look Like for the Blue Jays?

In a season full of almosts and not-quites, it seemed like the Toronto Blue Jays were finally on the verge of sustained success. Yet, for a multitude of reasons, they find themselves nine games below .500.

Toronto Blue Jays News / Just Baseball / July 29

Toronto Blue Jays Top 15 Prospects

Think about where the Blue Jays were from an organizational standpoint leading up to the trade deadline in July of 2024. Sitting dead last in the American League East, along with a farm system that ranked in the bottom third in baseball based on every consensus prospect publication.

Toronto Blue Jays News / Larry Brown Sports / July 29

Blue Jays share Vladimir Guerrero Jr. injury update after baserunning scare

The Toronto Blue Jays experienced a scare Tuesday involving star slugger Vladimir Guerrero Jr. The Blue Jays first baseman hurt his hamstring in the top of the 3rd inning against the Washington Nationals at Nationals Park in Washington, D.C.

Shane Bieber News / Yardbarker / July 28

Shane Bieber destroys trade value with historically poor outing

The Toronto Blue Jays are likely to be sellers ahead of the Aug. 3 MLB trade deadline. One popular trade target for the Blue Jays is right-hander Shane Bieber.

Three first basemen the Phillies should consider trading for

Mets are reportedly desperate to get rid of one player

Yankees' buzz around a Francisco Lindor trade is getting harder to ignore

Interesting Rafael Devers twist emerges ahead of the trade deadline

Unexpected pitcher emerging as trade piece for Marlins

Emerson Hancock emerges as top trade chip for Mariners ahead of deadline

Yimi Garcia News / MLB Trade Rumors / July 28

Blue Jays’ Yimi Garcia getting checked for thoracic outlet syndrome

Blue Jays right-hander Yimi Garcia has had a long road back from elbow surgery. That road may be taking another turn, as the club is sending him for evaluation regarding thoracic outlet syndrome, per Shi Davidi of Sportsnet.

Luis Urias News / Yardbarker / July 28

Luis Urias has quietly panned out for the Blue Jays

Since the Toronto Blue Jays acquired Luis Urias from the Arizona Diamondbacks on June 20, he has been quietly productive as an impactful depth piece.

Max Scherzer comes off IL as Blue Jays eke past Nationals

Dylan Cease strengthens chances for AL Cy Young with shutout

Could Blue Jays prospect Ricky Tiedemann make a comeback?

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Ricky Tiedemann News / Yardbarker / July 26

Could Blue Jays prospect Ricky Tiedemann make a comeback?

It's been a very long road for Ricky Tiedemann, who is the Toronto Blue Jays' No. 10-ranked prospect via the MLB Pipeline. Could this finally be the return of the former No. 1-ranked prospect for the Blue Jays in 2023 and 2024?

Dylan Cease dominates to a monumental level in Blue Jays' win

Dylan Cease strengthens chances for AL Cy Young with shutout

Nathan Lukes' impactful defense a bright spot for struggling Blue Jays

Vladimir Guerrero Jr.'s request for patience amid struggles isn't feasible

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Dylan Cease News / Yardbarker / July 26

Dylan Cease strengthens chances for AL Cy Young with shutout

When the going gets tough, Dylan Cease continues to provide masterclass performances for the Toronto Blue Jays.

Dylan Cease dominates to a monumental level in Blue Jays' win

Nathan Lukes' impactful defense a bright spot for struggling Blue Jays

Why Blue Jays' Myles Straw deserves more recognition

Vladimir Guerrero Jr.'s request for patience amid struggles isn't feasible

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Vladimir Guerrero Jr. News / Yardbarker / July 25

Vladimir Guerrero Jr.'s request for patience amid struggles isn't feasible

While the Toronto superstar, who signed a $500 million contract last season, preaches patience, time is running out for the Blue Jays to turn this season around.

Nathan Lukes' impactful defense a bright spot for struggling Blue Jays

Why Blue Jays' Myles Straw deserves more recognition

Blue Jays star shatters Shohei Ohtani’s rookie home run record halfway through 2026 season

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