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5 starters the Blue Jays could trade for to shore up the rotation

The Toronto Blue Jays are starting to get into dire need of acquiring starting rotation help. While Kevin Gausman, Dylan Cease, and Trey Yesavage have provided quality outings almost every time they take the mound for a start, the rest of the rotation has been a revolving door for much of the season.

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Blue Jays Make Major Vladimir Guerrero Jr. Decision After 6th Straight Loss

The Toronto Blue Jays’ offensive struggles reached another low point Sunday as they fell 3-2 to the Texas Rangers, extending their losing streak to six games and dropping to 39-45 on the season.

Shane Bieber News / Athlon Sports / June 28

Blue Jays’ Shane Bieber Reaches Big Career Milestone on Sunday

Toronto Blue Jays right-hander Shane Bieber reached another milestone Sunday, recording the 1,000th strikeout of his major league career during his start against the Texas Rangers at Rogers Centre.

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The 'MLB playoff HR leaders' quiz

In the history of MLB, 31 players have hit 13 or more home runs in the postseason over the course of their careers. How many can you name in six minutes?

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25 MLB players most likely to be traded by the deadline

The MLB Trade Deadline has been quieter in recent years, in part due to playoff expansion, but 2026 is shaping up to be a more exciting one with several big names.

Toronto Blue Jays News / Bluejaysnation / June 28

Blue Jays: Trading players on expiring contracts is a must if struggles continue

Coming inches from winning a World Series in November 2025, the Toronto Blue Jays‘ 2026 season hasn’t gone according to plan. Entering Sunday’s series finale against the Texas Rangers, they are 39-44, and there’s a distinct possibility they could be swept.

Toronto Blue Jays News / Bluejaysnation / June 28

Blue Jays: Jay Harry registers second four-hit game in less than 10 days

Toronto Blue Jays prospect Jay Harry is currently working himself into “call him up” territory. On Saturday, the 23-year-old utility player matched his career high, smacking his 12th home run of the season.

Toronto Blue Jays News / Toronto Blue Jays on SI / June 28

Blue Jays Starting Pitchers Have to Fix Negative Trend to Contend

The Toronto Blue Jays entered a pivotal four-game series against a struggling Texas Rangers offense. The Rangers hadn't been able to capitalize with runners in scoring position, and the Blue Jays had some of their best arms lined up for this series.

Alejandro Kirk News / Trade Talk Sports / June 28

Alejandro Kirk Avoids Home Run Jacket in Another Blue Jays Loss

The Toronto Blue Jays 2026 season may have reached a new low over the last week. A 10-game homestand that began with seven straight against the Houston Astros and Texas Rangers—who were right behind them in the AL Wild Card hunt—has been a disaster.

Toronto Blue Jays News / Bluejaysnation / June 28

3 feasible 2026 draft options the Blue Jays could pursue in the first round

The Toronto Blue Jays are just weeks away from the 2026 Major League Baseball Amateur Draft. The scouting season is nearing its conclusion, draft boards are beginning to take shape, and it’s time to ask the question: who should Toronto target with its first selection?

Ernie Clement News / Athlon Sports / June 28

Blue Jays’ Ernie Clement Makes First Post After Career News

Toronto Blue Jays second baseman Ernie Clement has had a fruitful 2026 campaign so far. The 30-year-old has been one of the most successful hitters in the American League, bringing a .303 batting average with a league-leading 21 doubles, seven home runs and 28 RBIs in 80 games for Toronto.

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25 MLB players who could be first-time All-Stars in 2026

Being named to the Midsummer Classic is one of the biggest honors for MLB players. These 25 players have a chance to make their first All-Star appearance in 2026 based on their first-half performances.

Shane Bieber News / Bluejaysnation / June 28

June 28 Gameday: Shane Bieber makes his second start of season as Blue Jays look to break five-game losing streak

The Toronto Blue Jays have lost five games in a row and are starting to get in desperate need of securing a win. After getting back to the .500 mark following

George Springer News / Athlon Sports / June 28

Blue Jays Announce George Springer Move on Sunday

The Toronto Blue Jays enter Sunday’s series finale against the Texas Rangers looking to stop a five-game losing streak that has dropped them to 39-44 on the season.

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Toronto Blue Jays News / Toronto Blue Jays on SI / June 28

Who Blue Jays Are Trusting To Snap Five-Game Losing Streak in Rangers Finale

It sure has been a roller coaster for the Toronto Blue Jays this season. One game they look like a team that could win the World Series, then they will have one that makes it hard to believe they'll win 50 games this year.

Sean Keys News / Bluejaysnation / June 28

Sean Keys gives Blue Jays fans a glimpse of what he can do at the plate

Toronto Blue Jays infielder Sean Keys has been one of the most impressive prospects in the farm system this season. The Jays’ fourth-round pick out of Bucknell in 2024 started the season in Double-A New Hampshire and, after 49 games with the Fisher Cats, earned a promotion to Triple-A Buffalo.

Toronto Blue Jays News / Athlon Sports / June 28

Vladimir Guerrero Jr. Facing Backlash for Gesture During Blue Jays Game

The Toronto Blue Jays’ struggles continued Saturday as they fell 7-4 to the Texas Rangers at Rogers Centre, extending their losing streak to five games and dropping to 39-44 on the season.

Andres Gimenez News / Bluejaysnation / June 28

Andres Gimenez is quietly swinging a hot bat for the Blue Jays

The Toronto Blue Jays don’t have a lot to celebrate right now. The club continues to slip under .500 baseball and is one loss away from being swept at home by the Texas Rangers. Things just haven’t been trending in the right direction for the Jays, who swept the Boston Red Sox just a couple of weeks ago.

Toronto Blue Jays News / Toronto Blue Jays on SI / June 28

Blue Jays Latest MLB Mock Draft Selection Comes with Key Health Question

The Toronto Blue Jays have a system filled with starting pitching. The problem is quite a bit of it isn't Major League ready just yet. Ricky Tiedemann, a left-hander selected a few years ago who was on a rocket trajectory toward the Majors, is back at Class A working through some injury issues.

Toronto Blue Jays News / Athlon Sports / June 27

Blue Jays Announce Trade Immediately After 5th Straight Loss

The Toronto Blue Jays’ difficult homestand continued Saturday with a 7-4 loss to the Texas Rangers at Rogers Centre. It was Toronto’s fifth straight defeat overall and its third consecutive loss to Texas, dropping the club to 39-44 on the season.

MLB News / Bluejaysnation / June 27

Instant Reaction: Blue Jays fall 7-4 to Rangers after allowing another first inning run

The wheels have almost completely fallen off for the Toronto Blue Jays. On Saturday afternoon, the Jays played the third of four against the Texas Rangers, dropping a 7-4 decision to extend their losing streak to five and bringing their record to 39-44.

Sean Keys News / Bluejaysnation / June 27

Watch: Blue Jays prospect Sean Keys notches first career hit

In just his third big league plate appearance, Sean Keys has his first career hit. Keys joined the Toronto Blue Jays on Friday, and was officially called up just hours before their game against the Texas Rangers.

Toronto Blue Jays News / Field Level Media / June 27

Jays place OF Jesus Sanchez on IL, recal INF Sean Keys

The Toronto Blue Jays placed outfielder Jesus Sanchez on the 10-day injured list Saturday with a right ankle sprain. The team also called up infield prospect Sean Keys and outfielder Yohendrick Pinango from Triple-A Buffalo and optioned outfielder Davis Schneider to Buffalo.

Toronto Blue Jays News / MLB Trade Rumors / June 27

Blue Jays Place Jesús Sánchez On IL

The Blue Jays have placed outfielder Jesús Sánchez on the 10-day injured list with a right ankle sprain, Hazel Mae of Sportsnet reports. To take his roster spot, Toronto recalled outfielder Yohendrick Piñango from Triple-A Buffalo.

Kazuma Okamoto News / Yardbarker / June 27

Kazuma Okamoto continues to carry the load for Blue Jays offense

Kazuma Okamoto has been a bright spot for the Blue Jays despite their tough losses.

Kazuma Okamoto is putting his stamp on Blue Jays’ offence

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Simeon Woods Richardson News / MLB Trade Rumors / June 26

Blue Jays Designate Simeon Woods Richardson For Assignment

The Blue Jays announced that they have recalled left-hander Adam Macko. Righty Simeon Woods Richardson has been designated for assignment as a corresponding move.

Toronto Blue Jays News / Yardbarker / June 26

Blue Jays call-up power-hitting prospect Sean Keys

The time has come for highly-touted power-hitting prospect Sean Keys to join the big leagues.

Blue Jays recall left-handed reliever Adam Macko

Rangers build 6-run lead, hang on to edge Blue Jays

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Toronto Blue Jays News / Yardbarker / June 26

Blue Jays recall left-handed reliever Adam Macko

The Toronto Blue Jays have recalled left-handed reliever Adam Macko and will be active for Friday's game against the Texas Rangers. The 25-year-old has logged a 2-0 record and a 1.50 ERA with 12 strikeouts and a 1.08 WHIP. As the first Canadian Slovakian-born player to pitch in the big leagues, Macko provides the Blue Jays with left-handed depth.

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