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Toronto Blue Jays News / Bluejaysnation / December 22

Blue Jays: 5 prospects who could make their MLB debut in 2026

There are quite a few prospects who should be ready to help the Toronto Blue Jays in 2026. The 2025 season saw several young players plug holes in the lineup, such as Addison Barger, Trey Yesavage, Mason Fluharty, and Braydon Fisher.

Toronto Blue Jays News / Toronto Blue Jays on SI / December 22

MLB Insider Rightfully Lists Blue Jays Skipper As Top Awardless Manager in 2025

One MLB insider (Anthony Castrovince) just came out with his All-MLB Awardless team and while most of them are up for debate on if they were snubbed or not this year there is one listed that is not up for debate, Toronto Blue Jays' manager John Schneider.

Toronto Blue Jays News / Bluejaysnation / December 22

Blue Jays need to continue adding this winter in order to keep up with the AL East

The Toronto Blue Jays are fresh off competing in the 2025 World Series, and looking ahead to next season, there already appears to be a battle brewing in the AL East division.

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Nathan Lukes News / Bluejaysnation / December 22

Blue Jays: Nathan Lukes still holds value as a fourth outfielder

Who knows what the Toronto Blue Jays’ roster will look like come Opening Day. It’s been reported that the Blue Jays are looking to add a big bat. Whether that’s re-signing Bo Bichette, or bringing in Alex Bregman or Kyle Tucker is yet to be determined.

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25 MLB players on the brink of stardom in 2026

The stars were out in full force during the 2025 World Series. From Max Scherzer in Toronto to Freddie Freeman, Mookie Betts, and of course, Shohei Ohtani, in Los Angeles, there was no shortage of the game's best under the brightest lights.

Toronto Blue Jays News / Bluejaysnation / December 22

The Blue Jays have options to best utilize the DH role in 2026

While the Blue Jays will likely use George Springer as their primary DH next season, they have some options for how to maximize the role with their 2026 roster.

Bo Bichette News / Bluejaysnation / December 22

Bo Bichette’s positional flexibility in free agency and what that means for a return to the Blue Jays

Bo Bichette is reportedly willing to move to second base. Last season with the Toronto Blue Jays, the free agent rebounded well with the bat, slashing .311/.357/.483 with 18 home runs in 628 plate appearances for a career-best 134 wRC+.

Toronto Blue Jays News / Toronto Blue Jays on SI / December 22

5 Blue Jays' Players Recognized on MLB Insider’s Top Playoff Performances List

The Toronto Blue Jays are coming off their best season in over 30 years, and even though it didn't end the way they wanted it to, there is plenty to be proud of both offensively and defensively.

Toronto Blue Jays News / Bluejaysnation / December 22

3 potential landing spots for Bo Bichette in the American League

With 2026 just around the corner, there’s still the looming question of where Bo Bichette will sign for next season. There are several possibilities for Bichette’s camp, despite it being mostly radio silent to the public.

Alex Bregman News / Bluejaysnation / December 22

Why the Blue Jays need to aim higher than Alex Bregman in free agency

Entering the offseason, standing pat wasn’t an option for the Blue Jays, who excelled in almost every facet this October. Investing in pitching at the start of the offseason showed Toronto’s commitment to improving its existing weaknesses and the holes left by players who departed in free agency.

Toronto Blue Jays News / Bluejaysnation / December 22

Examining Spencer Miles and Angel Bastardo’s chances of making Blue Jays’ Opening Day roster

The Toronto Blue Jays bullpen for the 2026 season is nearly set. Earlier on Monday, we looked at which relievers would fill which roles, with about six or seven spots locked down barring an injury or trade.

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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 / Bluejaysnation / December 22

Blue Jays sign former Guardians prospect Jorge Burgos to minor-league deal

It’s the holiday season for minor-league signings. Adding another minor-league free agent to their system on Monday, the Toronto Blue Jays have inked first baseman/outfielder Jorge Burgos to a contract for next season, per the transaction log.

MLB News / Bluebird Banter / December 22

Today in Blue Jays History: Brandon Morrow Trade

Sixteen years ago today The Blue Jays traded Brandon League and Johermyn Chavez to the Mariners for Brandon Morrow. Hugo posted this: Ken Rosenthal reported last night that the Jays traded sometimes-brilliant pitcher Brandon League to the Seattle Mariners for sometimes-brilliant pitcher Brandon Morrow.

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Toronto Blue Jays News / Toronto Blue Jays on SI / December 22

Breaking Down Why Blue Jays Outfield Was Easily One of Best in Baseball

There was plenty on display during the World Series (and the 2025 season) surrounding the Toronto Blue Jays and their strengths. The Jays were deadly at the plate all the way through the lineup and that included plenty of talent with their players in the outfield.

Toronto Blue Jays News / Bluejaysnation / December 22

Blue Jays: Looking at who fills what role in the bullpen

One area of strength for the Toronto Blue Jays heading into the 2026 season is their bullpen. Earlier this month, they made one of their biggest free agent

Alex Bregman News / Bluejaysnation / December 21

Examining Alex Bregman’s potential fit with Blue Jays

Surprise, surprise, the Toronto Blue Jays have been linked to another free agent. On Friday, ESPN’s Jeff Passan reported that the Blue Jays were “very much in the mix” for Alex Bregman when he appeared on Michael Kay’s show.

Toronto Blue Jays News / Bluejaysnation / December 21

Catching up with Blue Jays prospect Matt Scannell ahead of his first full professional season

The Toronto Blue Jays‘ farm system has grown considerably talent-wise over the past couple of seasons, making strides relative to the rest of the league if you pay attention to online rankings.

Mason Fluharty News / Bluejaysnation / December 21

Mason Fluharty will be a core piece of the Blue Jays bullpen in 2026

Mason Fluharty won’t just be a lefty specialist out of the bullpen for the Toronto Blue Jays in 2026 — he’s going to be the team’s important reliever. Jeff Hoffman, Louis Varland, Tyler Rogers, Braydon Fisher, and Yimi García all have one thing in common: they’re right-handed.

MLB News / Yardbarker / December 21

Alex Bregman could stay in the AL East, but not with the Red Sox

The Boston Red Sox can't afford to lose Alex Bregman right now, much less to a divisional rival. However, that's a realistic possibility.

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Toronto Blue Jays News / Total Apex Sports / December 21

Bo Bichette Is Telling Teams He’s Willing To Move To 2nd Base

Bo Bichette is one of the top free agents headlining this year’s class, and he is one of the best hitters in all of baseball. The biggest thing that hurts Bo’s game is his poor defense, but he seems to be open to changing positions if leads to him getting a bigger contract this Winter.

MLB News / MLB Trade Rumors / December 21

Blue Jays Interested In Alex Bregman

Add the Blue Jays to the list of potential suitors for free agent Alex Bregman. Toronto officials have been in contact with Scott Boras, the third baseman’s agent, reports Ken Rosenthal of The Athletic.

Toronto Blue Jays News / Just Baseball / December 20

Playing GM: 4 Moves to Complete the Toronto Blue Jays Roster for 2026

Continuing our Playing GM series, we take a look at the reigning American League Champion Toronto Blue Jays. Every offseason, Peter Appel, Aram Leighton, and Jack McMullen, the hosts of the Just Baseball Show, conduct a series of episodes pinpointing offseason moves for all 30 teams.