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Blue Jays: A healthy Yimi Garcia will be a huge boost to the bullpen this season

Toronto Blue Jays relief pitcher <a href="/mlb/players/yimi_garcia/256936">Yimi Garcia</a> is expected to be one of the most important relievers on the staff this season, and his return to the diamond could turn the bullpen into a legitimate team strength.

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Toronto Blue Jays Face Minor Setback With MLB All-Star Game

The Toronto Blue Jays are a team on the rise. With the entire country of Canada as a fan base, they have the wherewithal to truly become a big-market franchise.

MLB News / Yardbarker / March 26

Four rookies poised to have breakout MLB seasons

These four players hope to be well-known names by the time October baseball rolls around.

MLB's No. 2 prospect makes Tigers' roster for Opening Day

Five prospects set to make MLB debuts on Opening Day

The '1999 MLB All-Star Game rosters' quiz

Toronto Blue Jays News / Just Baseball / March 26

Four Bold Predictions for the 2026 Toronto Blue Jays

Every year, ball clubs experience performances and fluctuations that go against their internal projections, both positively and negatively. That’s just how she goes over the course of 162.

Pete Crow-Armstrong News / Yardbarker Quizzes

The 'Youngest MLB 30/30 seasons' quiz

How many of the MLB players to hit 30 home runs and steal 30 bases in the same season before turning 25 years old can you name in five minutes?

The 'MLB 30/30 Club members' quiz

The 'MLB active hit leaders' quiz

The 'Last 100-RBI season by MLB team' quiz

Toronto Blue Jays News / Bluejaysnation / March 26

Blue Jays release Jack Cushing, Connor Cooke, and others

The Toronto Blue Jays have made another wave of releases. According to their transaction tracker, they released Julio Ortiz, Robert Brooks, Pedro Tucent, and Maykel Miñoso, Jack Chushing, and Connor Seabold on the 21st.

Athletics News / Yardbarker

One storyline to follow for every MLB team in 2026

As Spring Training opens for 2026, all 30 teams have high hopes and big questions. These are the storylines to follow for each team heading into Opening Day.

Red Sox to sign former Yankees relief pitcher ahead of Opening Day

MLB announces 80-game suspension for Johan Rojas

Mets star gets help from former teammate after clubhouse issues

Three comeback arms to watch in National League East

Five X factors in the AL Central

Toronto Blue Jays News / Bluejaysnation / March 26

Blue Jays: Was cutting Leo Jimenez the right move?

The Toronto Blue Jays unveiled their 26-man roster this afternoon ahead of Opening Day on Friday, and one decision in particular stood out: the choice to designate Leo Jiménez for assignment.

Johnny King News / Bluejaysnation / March 26

Looking at the biggest area of need for the Blue Jays ahead of the 2026 MLB Draft

A big reason for the Toronto Blue Jays’ success in 2025 was thanks to their prospect pool. Their 2024 first round pick, Trey Yesavage, started the season in Single-A and joined the American League East leaders late in the season.

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

Blue Jays Officially Finalize 26-Man Roster Ahead of Opening Day

Opening Day is finally upon us. The long, grueling wait of the offseason is over, and the Toronto Blue Jays can play games that actually matter. There is a sense of optimism and confidence about this 2026 team that hasn't been felt in quite some time.

Chris Bassitt News / Bluejaysnation / March 26

Should the Blue Jays have brought back Chris Bassitt this past offseason?

The Toronto Blue Jays’ Opening Day roster is set to kick off the 2026 season, and for the first time in three seasons, they will be without pitcher Chris Bassitt.

Toronto Blue Jays News / MLB on ClutchPoints / March 26

Blue Jays’ Ernie Clement makes a hockey admission about his style of play

The Toronto Blue Jays continue to build momentum ahead of Opening Day 2026 as Ernie Clement’s recent comments draw a surprising connection between baseball and hockey — two sports that define Toronto’s identity.

Toronto Blue Jays News / Daily Faceoff / March 25

Blue Jays’ George Springer, Ernie Clement sit in wrong seats at Leafs game

Toronto Blue Jays stars George Springer and Ernie Clement are known for their versatility on the baseball diamond, but they just learned that they can’t play any position they want in every situation.

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.

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

Predicting the Toronto Blue Jays’ 2026 Stat Leaders and Award Winners

The Toronto Blue Jays of 2025 were one of the more fun teams to watch in Major League Baseball down the stretch. Ultimately punching their ticket to the World Series, the 2026 version of the Blue Jays is looking for similar success, only a different result at the end.

Toronto Blue Jays News / MLB on ClutchPoints / March 25

Blue Jays facing dilemma amid pursuit of hosting All-Star Game

The Toronto Blue Jays are navigating uncertainty as their pursuit of hosting a future MLB All-Star Game intersects with scheduling concerns tied to the 2028 Olympics.

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The 'Youngest MLB 30/30 seasons' quiz

The 'Active MLB 3+ 30-homer seasons' quiz

The 'Receiving-record by NFL team' quiz

The 'Most 5-three-pointer NBA games' quiz

Toronto Blue Jays News / Bluejaysnation / March 25

Blue Jays unveil latest renovations to Rogers Centre ahead of Opening Day 2026

Rogers Centre will once again be one of the hottest spots in the city this summer. Excitement is already off the charts in anticipation of the Toronto Blue Jays’ 2026 season, which will get underway on Opening Day against the Athletics on Friday.

Spencer Miles News / Bluejaysnation / March 25

Blue Jays: Spencer Miles earned his spot on the Opening Day roster

The final spot in the Blue Jays’ Opening Day bullpen is no longer a mystery. Earlier today, Mitch Bannon of The Athletic was first to report that Rule-5 selection Spencer Miles had won the final spot over right-hander Chase Lee, who has minor league options.

Toronto Blue Jays News / Bluejaysnation / March 25

Blue Jays announce 2026 Opening Day roster

Baseball is back. On Wednesday evening, the first baseball action since Game 7 takes place, as the San Francisco Giants host the New York Yankees. While the Toronto Blue Jays don’t begin their 2026 campaign until Friday with a matchup against the Athletics, they released their schedule on Wednesday afternoon.

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

Blue Jays Surprisingly DFA Fan Favorite Infielder Ahead of Opening Day

The Toronto Blue Jays will begin their season on Friday night with Opening Day coming north of the border as they begin the defense of their American League title.

Grant Rogers News / Bluejaysnation / March 25

Blue Jays: Prospect Grant Rogers gets the nod for Opening Day in Buffalo

The Buffalo Bisons have found their Opening Day starter. Per the Bisons’ website, right-hander Grant Rogers will be taking the hill when the Bisons welcome the Scranton/Wilkes-Barre RailRiders this Friday at Sahlen Field to open up the 2026 season.

Spencer Miles News / Bluejaysnation / March 25

Spencer Miles makes Blue Jays’ Opening Day roster, Leo Jiménez DFA’ed

The last two roster spots have been determined. On Wednesday afternoon, The Athletic’s Mitch Bannon reported that the Toronto Blue Jays have decided to keep Spencer Miles on the 26-man roster. Furthermore, Sportsnet’s Shi Davidi reported that Leo Jiménez has been designated for assignment.

Spencer Miles News / MLB Trade Rumors / March 25

Blue Jays DFA Leo Jimenez; Rule 5 Pick Spencer Miles To Break Camp

The Blue Jays are designating infielder Leo Jiménez for assignment, reports Shi Davidi of Sportsnet. He’s out of options and evidently did not win the final spot on Toronto’s bench, which is likely to go to Davis Schneider.

Josh Kasevich News / Bluejaysnation / March 25

Josh Kasevich’s strong Spring Training positions him to be the first Blue Jays’ call-up

There were a handful of Toronto Blue Jay prospects that positioned themselves to make the team at some point in 2026. On the pitching side of things, Adam Macko pitched well, especially in the World Baseball Classic, and could be called up if they need some length.

MLB News / Yardbarker / March 25

Three teams most likely to prevent a Dodgers three-peat

MLB Opening Day is finally here and there will be a firm target on the back of the Los Angeles Dodgers. Here are three teams that could interrupt the Dodgers' quest for a three-peat.

Dodgers make a surprising move before Opening Day

2026 MLB predictions: Aaron Judge makes more history, surprise seller, World Series winner

The 'World Series single-game K leaders' quiz