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Looking at the Blue Jays’ internal options for a backup first baseman

Looking at the Blue Jays’ internal options for a backup first baseman

One area of need for the 2026 Toronto Blue Jays is a backup first baseman. Vladimir Guerrero Jr. is their first baseman for the next decade and a half; he doesn’t need any competition.

MLB News / Yardbarker / November 27
Blue Jays are forming one of the best rotations in baseball

Blue Jays are forming one of the best rotations in baseball

The start of the MLB offseason has been slow as per usual, but on Wednesday night, the Toronto Blue Jays got the ball rolling on free agency.

Three potential landing spots for Japanese star Kazuma Okamoto
Diamondbacks 'listening' to Ketel Marte offers, but trade will be expensive
Dylan Cease signing monster deal with Blue Jays, will make team even stronger
The 25 greatest pitching seasons from the modern MLB era
The 'World Series single-game K leaders' quiz
Toronto Blue Jays News / Bluejaysnation / November 27
Don’t assume the Blue Jays are done shaping their 2026 rotation

Don’t assume the Blue Jays are done shaping their 2026 rotation

The Blue Jays made a significant move on Wednesday by signing Dylan Cease to a reported 7-year, $210 million contract, as first reported by the MLB Network’s Jon Heyman.

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The 'Most home runs by a switch hitter' quiz

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
Toronto Blue Jays News / Bluebird Banter / November 27

Thinking Through the Blue Jays Off-Season (Part 2)

Yesterday, I started my overview of what I’d propose to do with the Blue Jays off season. Since that post, nothing of consequence has happened. In that post we took care of the boring stuff, talking about baseball players.

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

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.

Dylan Cease News / Legends On Deck / November 27

Blue Jays Cease The Moment: Land Coveted Starter In Blockbuster Signing

The Toronto Blue Jays came within just two outs of capturing the 2025 World Series, a heartbreak that will linger with the team and its fan base for years.

Toronto Blue Jays News / MLB on ClutchPoints / November 26
Blue Jays rumors: Dylan Cease signing could impact Bo Bichette, Kyle Tucker offers

Blue Jays rumors: Dylan Cease signing could impact Bo Bichette, Kyle Tucker offers

After taking the Los Angeles Dodgers to seven games in last month’s World Series, the Toronto Blue Jays are resolved to return to the Fall Classic in 2026.

Toronto Blue Jays News / Bluejaysnation / November 26
The Blue Jays must keep their foot on the gas following the Dylan Cease signing

The Blue Jays must keep their foot on the gas following the Dylan Cease signing

After letting a few roster players walk and making a few MiLB deals, the Toronto Blue Jays entered ‘blockbuster’ territory earlier today. The Blue Jays

Dylan Cease News / Bluejaysnation / November 27
Blue Jays: The ramifications of signing Dylan Cease

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.

MLB News / Yardbarker
The 25 greatest pitching seasons from the modern MLB era

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.

MLB News / Field Level Media / November 26
Reports: Blue Jays land RHP Dylan Cease with 7-year, $210M deal

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.

MLB News / Yardbarker / November 27
Dylan Cease signing monster deal with Blue Jays

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 most hideous 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 Japanese star Kazuma Okamoto
Three landing spots for Adolis Garcia
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The 'Three-TD, Three-INT NFL games' quiz
 The 'Three-TD, Three-INT NFL games' quiz
The 'Most 3-TD, 0-INT NFL games' quiz
 The 'Most 3-TD, 0-INT NFL games' quiz
The 'Most catches by an NFL running back' quiz
 The 'Most catches by an NFL running back' quiz
The '2025 NFL draft QB class' quiz
 The '2025 NFL draft QB class' quiz
Dylan Cease News / Larry Brown Sports / November 26
Dylan Cease to sign massive contract with Blue Jays

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
Toronto Blue Jays News / Bluejaysnation / November 26
Looking at Baseball America’s latest Blue Jays’ top 10 prospect list

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

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

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

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 / Toronto Blue Jays on SI / November 26
Could the Blue Jays Really Afford To Sign These Two Massive Hitters?

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.

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
Don Mattingly News / Athlon Sports / November 25
Don Mattingly Expresses Regret Over Blue Jays' World Series Baserunning Blunder

Don Mattingly Expresses Regret Over Blue Jays' World Series Baserunning Blunder

Nearly a month after the Toronto Blue Jays' World Series loss to the Los Angeles Dodgers, former Blue Jays bench coach Don Mattingly still feels the pain, especially when thinking about a costly baserunning moment in Game 7.

Toronto Blue Jays News / Just Baseball / November 24

Toronto Blue Jays 2025-2026 Offseason Wishlist

Many of the Toronto Blue Jays‘ wishes came true this season – they made the World Series, won the American League East, had one of the league’s best offenses, and had one of the most memorable seasons in franchise history.

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