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Toronto Blue Jays News / Bluebird Banter / September 17
End of Season Minor League News Roundup 
The Jays are in the thick of a slapstick caper of a wildcard race, but with today being an off day I thought I’d look at the minor leagues as their seasons wrap up.
Spencer Miles News / Yardbarker / September 17
Spencer Miles has been an exceptional Rule 5 draft selection for the Blue Jays
Spencer Miles' breakout rookie campaign this season with the Toronto Blue Jays has made him a standout Rule 5 draft pick.
Toronto Blue Jays News / Bluebird Banter / September 17
Happy Birthday Casey Janssen and Marcus Semien
Casey Janssen turns 45 today. He has always been one of my favourites, and a favourite among readers of this site. Long before I joined, the site even interviewed him back in 2008.
The 'Most lefty-homers in a season' quiz
How many of the lefty mashers with the most home runs in a single season for each MLB franchise can you name in five minutes?
Max Scherzer News / Toronto Blue Jays on SI / September 17
Blue Jays' Max Scherzer Sends Clear Message on Toronto's Playoff Chances
Heading into their series finale at Rogers Centre on Wednesday afternoon, the Toronto Blue Jays were looking to avoid a devastating three-game sweep at the hands of the Detroit Tigers.
The most surprising player from every MLB team for the 2026 season
The 2026 season has been headlined by young players emerging, but some wily veterans have also had their day. As we head toward the end of the regular season, these 30 players stand out as the biggest surprises on their teams.
Myles Straw News / Athlon Sports / September 17
Blue Jays Veteran Voices Excitement Amid AL Wild Card Race
Myles Straw is embracing the pressure surrounding the Toronto Blue Jays with the regular season nearing its conclusion. After Toronto bounced back from a 10-1 loss to the Detroit Tigers with a 5-1 win Wednesday, Straw made it clear that the Blue Jays are enjoying the importance of every game down the stretch.
Brian Wolfe News / Bluejaysnation / September 17
Former Blue Jays pitcher Brian Wolfe passes away at age 45
The Toronto Blue Jays organization is mourning the loss of Brian Wolfe. On Wednesday night, it was announced that the former Blue Jays pitcher passed away at age 45. Originally selected by the Minnesota Twins in the sixth round of the 1999 MLB Draft, Wolfe was released on May 13, 2005, before latching on with the Milwaukee Brewers 10 days later.
Toronto Blue Jays News / Bluejaysnation / September 17
4 Blue Jays prospects named Northwest League All-Stars
Another day and more All-Stars have been announced within the Toronto Blue Jays’ organization. On Wednesday, a day after JoJo Parker and Dameury Pena
Toronto Blue Jays News / Toronto Blue Jays on SI / September 17
Breaking Down the Toronto Blue Jays' Odd Defensive Problem
As of Sept. 9, the Blue Jays had allowed an MLB-high 143 infield hits excluding bunts, according to Sportsnet. On the surface, that would seem to suggest Toronto has struggled to turn playable balls on the infield into outs.
Brian Wolfe News / Viral Sports News / September 17
Former Toronto Blue Jays Pitcher Has Reportedly Died
Former Toronto Blue Jays pitcher Brian Wolfe died Tuesday at age 45, his family announced. Wolfe’s wife, Rachell, posted the news on Facebook. “I’m sorry to write this but after a really really difficult and torturous battle Brian Wolfe passed away early this morning,” she wrote.
MLB News / Bluejaysnation / September 16
Instant Reaction: Blue Jays avoid sweep with 5-1 victory over Tigers
The Toronto Blue Jays’ fate is out of their control. All they can do at this point of the season is win, and they did just that in the series finale against the Detroit Tigers, defeating the American League Central team by a score of 5-1.
The most disappointing player from every MLB team for the 2026 season
The 2026 season hasn't gone as planned for many MLB players. These 30 players stand out as the biggest disappointments for their respective teams.
Toronto Blue Jays News / Yardbarker / September 16
Blue Jays' Brett Bateman continues to show he's an elite leadoff hitter
Toronto Blue Jays rookie hitting phenom Brett Bateman has excelled as the team's leadoff hitter. He has recorded 46 hits across his first 34 at-bats in the big leagues.
Brian Wolfe News / Field Level Media / September 16
Former MLB pitcher Brian Wolfe dies at 45
Former Toronto Blue Jays right-hander Brian Wolfe died Tuesday at age 45, his wife announced on social media. The cause of death was not disclosed. "I'm sorry to write this but after a really really difficult and torturous battle Brian Wolfe passed away early this morning," Rachell Wolfe wrote.
Max Scherzer News / Field Level Media / September 16
Max Scherzer boosts Jays' hopes with solid start vs. Tigers
Max Scherzer pitched five effective innings Wednesday afternoon and the Toronto Blue Jays defeated the visiting Detroit Tigers 5-1 to salvage the finale of a three-game series.
MLB News / Bluejaysnation / September 16
September 16 Gameday: Blue Jays look to salvage series against Tigers
The Toronto Blue Jays are looking to salvage something from what has been a brutal series so far. On Monday, José Soriano carried a no-hitter into the top of the seventh against the Detroit Tigers, but the Jays eventually lose that game 6-5 after several defensive errors.
Jameson Taillon News / MLB Trade Rumors / September 16
Jameson Taillon Seeking Additional Opinions On Elbow, Won’t Return This Season
Blue Jays righty Jameson Taillon landed on the injured list last week due to elbow inflammation. At the time, Jays manager John Schneider couldn’t definitively rule out a return before season’s end, noting that Taillon was still gathering opinions on that ailing elbow.
Toronto Blue Jays News / Bluejaysnation / September 16
Impact of Blue Jays shuffling rotation ahead of pivotal Rangers series
TORONTO — The Blue Jays have pivoted from their earlier starting-pitching plans for this weekend’s road series against the Texas Rangers, which will impact how they deploy their injury-riddled staff the rest of the way.
Toronto Blue Jays News / Yardbarker / September 15
Injury setback hampers hopes of Anthony Santander returning to Blue Jays this season
The Toronto Blue Jays' hopes of Santander returning this season continue to look bleak as he faces yet another injury hurdle.
Dylan Cease News / Yardbarker / September 14
Dylan Cease on pace to climb Blue Jays' single-season strikeout ranks
Cease is 56 strikeouts away from breaking the Toronto Blue Jays' single-season strikeout record.
Toronto Blue Jays News / Yardbarker / September 13
Blue Jays' relief corps has been driving force behind late postseason push
The Toronto Blue Jays' bullpen has been a key part of the team's late-season success, as they continue to grind and battle their way into a final AL wild-card spot.
Trey Yesavage News / MLB Trade Rumors / September 13
Trey Yesavage On Track With Rehab, Could Return Next Week
The Blue Jays are just one game back of the Guardians for the last AL Wild Card spot following wins by both clubs today. Toronto won the season series between the two clubs four games to two, so they now have 12 games remaining to at least tie Cleveland’s regular season record and sneak into the playoffs.
Toronto Blue Jays News / Yardbarker / September 13
Blue Jays' Vladimir Guerrero Jr. finally breaks home-run slump at Rogers Centre
Guerrero broke out of his home-run slump at Rogers Centre, crushing his ninth homer of the season on Sunday against the Baltimore Orioles.
Toronto Blue Jays News / Yardbarker / September 12
Blue Jays' Kazuma Okamoto's plate discipline adds to impressive rookie season
Kazuma Okamoto's rookie season with the Toronto Blue Jays has been a massive win, as he leads the team in home runs (31) and RBI (84). His 31 home runs also rank him second among all third basemen in MLB.
Toronto Blue Jays News / Yardbarker / September 12
Blue Jays' Brett Bateman hits his first two MLB home runs in back-to-back games
Toronto Blue Jays rookie Brett Bateman has already established himself as an impactful sparkplug, but he's also shown he has some pop with his bat.
Toronto Blue Jays News / Yardbarker / September 11
Blue Jays unexpectedly promote minor-league speedster Rudy Martin Jr.
Martin is unexpectedly getting called up by the Toronto Blue Jays.
Toronto Blue Jays News / Yardbarker / September 9
Blue Jays' Brandon Valenzuela's offense has declined since departure of Tyler Heineman
Since the departure of veteran catcher Tyler Heineman, Toronto Blue Jays rookie catcher Brandon Valenzuela's offense has taken a major detour.
Josh Smith News / Yardbarker / September 9
Josh Smith has been a productive addition for Blue Jays
A new environment has allowed him to bounce back following struggles with the Rangers.
Kazuma Okamoto News / Yardbarker / September 9
Blue Jays' Kazuma Okamoto becomes fifth Japanese-born player to reach significant home run milestone
Toronto Blue Jays rookie Kazuma Okamoto has now become the fifth Japanese-born player to record 30 home runs in an MLB season.
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