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The Formula That Is Neutralizing the Blue Jays’ Left-Handed Hitters

There is a formula that teams have tried again and again against the Toronto Blue Jays hitters this season and have managed to neutralize them: left-handed starters with a dominant mix of breaking balls and off-speed.

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Today in Blue Jays History: Dave Stieb Throws No-Hitter

36 Years Ago Today Blue Jays starter Dave Stieb had carried no-hitters into the ninth inning three times before. So, when Stieb took the mound in Cleveland on September 2, 1990, he must have wondered what would happen this time.

Dylan Cease News / Toronto Blue Jays on SI / September 2

Blue Jays Put Their Playoff Hopes in Dylan Cease's Hands

After watching Cleveland Guardians righty Gavin Williams stymie the Toronto Blue Jays to the tune of no earned runs, two hits and 13 strikeouts over seven innings of a 6-1 Cleveland victory, Dylan Cease will now seek a similarly dominant performance on Wednesday night.

Toronto Blue Jays News / Bluejaysnation / September 2

Different lineup combinations as Blue Jays offence seeks consistency for stretch run

Now that a few reinforcements have arrived, it might be time for the Toronto Blue Jays to consider shaking up the batting order, even if it means sacrificing a bit of defence for additional offence.

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The 'Multiple 3-HR games in a season' quiz

How many of the MLB players to hit three home runs in a single game multiple times in the same season can you name in five minutes?

The 'MLB 30/30 Club members' quiz

The 'Last cycle by MLB team' quiz

The '2025 MLB home run leaders' quiz

Toronto Blue Jays News / Yardbarker / September 2

Spencer Arrighetti's struggles have continued since joining Blue Jays

While he's only had three starts since joining the Toronto Blue Jays, Spencer Arrighetti has been unable to replicate his former dominance.

Blue Jays announce moves as rosters expand

MLB players send strong messages to Rob Manfred about salary cap after lockout comments

One fault the could prevent the Cubs from winning the World Series

The 'MLB all-time K-leaders' quiz

MLB News / Yardbarker

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 / Toronto Blue Jays on SI / September 2

Blue Jays' September Pitching Plan Looks Nothing Like Anyone Expected

No one, including the Toronto Blue Jays, could have imagined exactly how different their pitching staff would look at this point in the season. The expectations were high when the season started and the roster sure didn’t resemble anything like what it looks like now.

Toronto Blue Jays News / Bluejaysnation / September 2

Blue Jays injury news: Taillon expected to return Friday, Yesavage to throw bullpen and Bieber set to resume tossing

The Toronto Blue Jays received some positive news on their injury front. On Tuesday night, before the Blue Jays’ 6-1 series-opening loss against the Cleveland Guardians, manager John Schneider provided the media with an update on the club’s injured starters. The closest one to returning is Jameson Taillon.

Gavin Williams News / Bluejaysnation / September 1

Instant Reaction: Blue Jays fall to Guardians 6-1 as Gavin Williams sets career-high with 13 strikeouts

The Toronto Blue Jays‘ late-summer push hit a wall at Progressive Field on Tuesday, as the Cleveland Guardians rolled to a 6-1 win in the opener of a pivotal

Spencer Miles News / Bluejaysnation / September 1

September 1 Gameday: Blue Jays turn to Spencer Miles in series opener against Guardians

As the calendar flips to September, the Toronto Blue Jays are switching things up for the biggest series of the season. As the club opens a crucial three-game

Ernie Clement News / Athlon Sports / September 1

Ernie Clement’s Fiancée Makes Personal Announcement Before Blue Jays Game

Toronto Blue Jays infielder Ernie Clement has emerged as a fan favorite this year. His rise began during the 2025 postseason when he helped the Blue Jays earn a trip to the World Series and set a record for most hits by a player in a single postseason.

Trey Yesavage News / Athlon Sports / September 1

Blue Jays Announce Decision on Trey Yesavage Before Guardians Game

The Toronto Blue Jays are entering September with their playoff hopes hanging in the balance. Toronto begins a crucial series against the Cleveland Guardians on Tuesday, with both teams fighting for position in a crowded American League wild card race.

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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.

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The 'Multiple 3-HR games in a season' quiz

The 'Season sack leaders by team' quiz

The 'Last 3-HR game by MLB team' quiz

The 'FBS college football nicknames' quiz

MLB News / Athlon Sports / September 1

Blue Jays Announce Trade Ahead of Guardians Game

Although the MLB trade deadline has passed, it has not stopped teams from being active on the minor league trade market. With active rosters expanding from 26 to 28 in September, teams have had more flexibility to make moves and replenish organizational depth.

Simeon Woods Richardson News / Bluejaysnation / September 1

Simeon Woods Richardson clears waivers and has elected free agency

A former Blue Jays top prospect is heading to free agency. Simeon Woods Richardson, who was designated for assignment on August 28th, has cleared waivers and has elected to test the waters of free agency over staying in the Jays organization.

Toronto Blue Jays News / Yardbarker / September 1

Blue Jays announce moves as rosters expand

With rosters expanding on Sept. 1, the Toronto Blue Jays have made several moves ahead of their series opener against the Cleveland Guardians on Tuesday.

Blue Jays acquire high-strikeout reliever Jose Rodriguez from Dodgers

Wild-card chase comes into focus as Guardians face Blue Jays

The 'Active MLB 1K-hit club' quiz

Toronto Blue Jays News / MLB Trade Rumors / September 1

Blue Jays Designate Daz Cameron For Assignment

The Blue Jays announced several moves today, with active rosters expanding from 26 to 28. They recalled left-hander Ricky Tiedemann and infielder Sean Keys from Triple-A Buffalo.

Toronto Blue Jays News / Bluejaysnation / September 1

Blue Jays September roster moves: Tiedemann, Smith, Mantiply, and Keys return; Daz Cameron designated for assignment

It’s September 1st, and rosters have officially expanded by two. With this expansion, the Toronto Blue Jays wasted no time in making moves before tonight’s game against the Cleveland Guardians.

Toronto Blue Jays News / Bluejaysnation / September 1

Things to know as Blue Jays enter pivotal September push

Welcome to meaningful September baseball. Less than a month ago, this destination seemed far less realistic for the Toronto Blue Jays. But thanks to a post-trade deadline surge back up the crowded AL wild-card standings, it’s now officially arrived.

MLB News / Bluejaysnation / September 1

Blue Jays acquire RHP José Rodríguez from Dodgers

The Toronto Blue Jays have added potential bullpen help for the stretch run, acquiring right-hander José Rodríguez in a trade with the Los Angeles Dodgers on Tuesday, the team announced. The Blue Jays sent Dominican Summer League pitcher Sebastian Rodríguez to the Dodgers in return.

MLB News / Yardbarker / September 1

Blue Jays acquire high-strikeout reliever from Dodgers

Blue Jays acquire high-strikeout reliever Jose Rodriguez from Dodgers

Considering the Blue Jays lack depth in the pen due to an injury-riddled season, he could be an important part of their run to the postseason this year if they give him a chance.

The 'Famous MLB families' quiz

Toronto Blue Jays News / Bluejaysnation / September 1

Blue Jays 2026 mid-season top prospect list: No. 31 Franklin Rojas

One position the Toronto Blue Jays have fortified in their prospect pool these past few years is catchers. It’s an area that they’ve targeted in many different ways.

Toronto Blue Jays News / Athlon Sports / August 31

Vladimir Guerrero Jr. Personal Announcement Made Away From Blue Jays

Toronto Blue Jays first baseman Vladimir Guerrero Jr. is currently doing his best to help his club head back to the MLB playoffs. After sweeping the Seattle Mariners over the weekend, Toronto remains just 1.5 games back of the Cleveland Guardians for the final spot in the American League wild card race.

Toronto Blue Jays News / Yardbarker Quizzes

The 'MLB all-time K-leaders' quiz

How many of the 36 MLB pitchers with 2,500 or more strikeouts in the Live-Ball Era (since 1920) can you name in five minutes?

Alejandro Kirk News / Just Baseball / August 31

Alejandro Kirk Is Keeping the Blue Jays in the Race

The Toronto Blue Jays entered the 2026 season as reigning AL Champions thanks to their run to Game 7 of the World Series last year. While most of this season hasn’t gone their way and they’ve performed well under expectations, their recent stretch of games has seen them surge back into the playoff picture.