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John Schneider drops blunt take on Blue Jays fans booing brutal loss to Royals

The Toronto Blue Jays were beaten black and, well, blue, Thursday night by the Kansas City Royals, adding to the frustration of manager John Schneider.

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Blue Jays could get pivotal Josh Smith boost soon

It’s a testament to the Toronto Blue Jays’ resiliency that despite being a bit of a selling ballclub at the trade deadline, they remain in the periphery of the AL Wild Card race.

Spencer Arrighetti News / Bluejaysnation / August 27

Instant Reaction: Blue Jays trounced by Royals as Arrighetti’s first start goes sour

Spencer Arrighetti’s first start as a Toronto Blue Jay got off on the wrong foot and never got fully back on track. Royals’ leadoff hitter Carter Jensen demolished the second pitch of the ballgame into the second deck in right field, and before the end of the second inning, Kansas City had scored four runs, and Arrighetti had thrown 50 pitches.

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The 'Switch-hitter 35-HR seasons' 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?

MLB News / Bluejaysnation / August 27

August 27 Gameday: Blue Jays play Royals in series rubber match

After a minor hiccup in The Bronx, the Toronto Blue Jays have a chance to win their eighth series in their last nine. It wasn’t pretty, but the Blue Jays responded to Tuesday’s loss with a 3-0 win over the Kansas City Royals, thanks in large part to Nathan Lukes’ three-run home run.

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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.

Toronto Blue Jays News / Viral Sports News / August 27

Blue Jays Acquire Former All-Star in Post-Deadline Move

The Toronto Blue Jays added veteran right-hander Michael Lorenzen on Thursday, signing the former All-Star to a one-year deal as they look to stabilize a rotation battered by injuries down the stretch.

Nathan Lukes News / Bluejaysnation / August 27

Inside Nathan Lukes’ redemption home run versus Royals

TORONTO — It’s been quite the emotional swing over the last 48 hours for Nathan Lukes. During the ninth inning of Tuesday’s 5-3 defeat to the Kansas City Royals, Lukes stepped into the batter’s box with runners on the corners and two outs, attempting to keep the Blue Jays’ comeback rally alive.

Michael Lorenzen News / Bluejaysnation / August 27

Report: Blue Jays sign right-hander Michael Lorenzen

The Toronto Blue Jays have added another arm to their organization. On Thursday, before the series finale against the Kansas City Royals, Sportsnet’s Shi Davidi reported that the Blue Jays signed right-hander Michael Lorenzen. Lorenzen was designated for assignment by the Colorado Rockies on August 17 and released by the club two days later.

George Springer News / Athlon Sports / August 27

George Springer Makes Personal Decision on Thursday

Toronto Blue Jays designated hitter George Springer has regressed in the final year of his six-year, $150 million contract. Just one season ago, Springer made a full transition to designated hitter instead of the outfield and thrived at the plate, finishing seventh in American League MVP voting.

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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.

Michael Lorenzen News / Yardbarker / August 27

Blue Jays get much-needed insurance with low-risk Michael Lorenzen signing

The Toronto Blue Jays have signed veteran pitcher Michael Lorenzen to a one-year deal.

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Toronto Blue Jays News / MLB on ClutchPoints / August 27

Blue Jays agree to contract with former All-Star pitcher amid playoff push

The Toronto Blue Jays’ pitching experience has been a roller coaster of a ride this season. After making it to Game 7 of the World Series, the team added Dylan Cease to their starting rotation.

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Kazuma Okamoto News / Bluejaysnation / August 27

Blue Jays: Kazuma Okamoto must continue adjusting to sustain success

Baseball is a game of adjustments, and no Toronto Blue Jay has typified that better this season than Kazuma Okamoto. The Japanese third baseman’s first year in Major League Baseball has been defined by adjustments and counter-adjustments, ebbs and flows; home runs and strikeouts.

Toronto Blue Jays News / Athlon Sports / August 27

Blue Jays Player Issued Apology to John Schneider Hours Before Big Moment

Nathan Lukes turned an apology into a memorable response for the Toronto Blue Jays just hours before delivering the biggest hit of Wednesday’s game. The outfielder had been involved in a costly baserunning mistake during Toronto’s previous loss to the Kansas City Royals.