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Blue Jays prospect Johnny King dominates once again with the Vancouver Canadians

If Johnny King keeps pitching the way he has been in High-A, the left-hander may not be in Vancouver with the Canadians for long. After striking out eight batters over five scoreless frames on May 13, King once again dominated on Tuesday night, going five innings, allowing only one run on four hits while striking out five batters.

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Blue Jays grades at the quarter mark: Relief pitchers

The Toronto Blue Jays’ biggest area of strength so far this season has been their bullpen. While the bullpen’s ERA of 4.06 ranks in the middle of the pack, their 3.62 FIP ranks as the eighth-best in the big leagues.

Toronto Blue Jays News / Bluejaysnation / May 20

Interview: Blue Jays prospect Nolan Perry emerging as a rising arm in Toronto’s farm system

Nolan Perry, the Toronto Blue Jays’ 17th-ranked prospect per MLB Pipeline, is starting to make noise throughout the minor leagues. After opening the 2026

Adam Macko News / Bluejaysnation / May 20

Revisiting the Teoscar Hernández trade that brought Adam Macko to the Blue Jays

After parts of four seasons in the Toronto Blue Jays’ minor league system, Adam Macko is finally a big leaguer. In two outings against the New York Yankees, the Slovak-born left-handed pitcher has given up one hit against the six batters he’s faced, giving him a 0 ERA and 1.91 FIP over an inning and two-thirds.

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How many of the players to hit at least 30 home runs in a season for each MLB franchise most recently can you name in six minutes?

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Blue Jays Starter Undergoes Tommy John Surgery

It has been a long and winding road for Toronto Blue Jays starting pitcher Jose Berrios and his elbow injury this season. Berrios made it as far as Triple-A on a rehab assignment, but was shutdown in the process as he attempted to make it back to the big-league club.

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The 25 greatest rookie seasons in MLB history

Not every all-timer has instant success at the next level. For many baseball players, it takes a few bumps in the road out of the gate before they ever reach stardom.

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Blue Jays’ José Berríos undergoes Tommy John surgery, sidelined until 2027

José Berríos’ 2026 season is officially over, and before it ever truly began. The 31-year-old starter underwent Tommy John surgery on Wednesday, as Toronto Blue Jays manager John Schneider revealed prior to first pitch, Sportsnet’s Hazel Mae relayed.

Toronto Blue Jays News / MLB Trade Rumors / May 20

José Berríos Undergoes Tommy John Surgery

Blue Jays right-hander José Berríos has had a full Tommy John surgery, per manager John Schneider, as relayed by Hazel Mae of Sportsnet. He will miss the entire 2026 season and a good chunk of 2027 as well.

Toronto Blue Jays News / Bluejaysnation / May 20

Blue Jays Gameday (May 20): Toronto searching for better fortunes against the Yankees

The Toronto Blue Jays and New York Yankees have engaged in two one-run battles at Yankee Stadium to open their four-game set. Unfortunately for Blue Jays

Kazuma Okamoto News / Bluejaysnation / May 20

Blue Jays: Where Kazuma Okamoto ranks amongst other big league rookies

The Toronto Blue Jays made a flurry of moves this offseason, highlighted by the record-setting franchise-high seven-year pact they made with right-hander Dylan Cease.

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Blue Jays Bullpen Problems Are Reaching a Breaking Point

Things don't appear to be getting any easier for an over-taxed Toronto Blue Jays bullpen. The team announced on Tuesday that veteran left-hander Joe Mantiply was being placed on the 15-day injured list, retroactive to May 18, with left knee inflammation.

Toronto Blue Jays News / Bluejaysnation / May 20

Report: Blue Jays sign RHP Bradley Wilson to a MiLB deal, assign him to Dunedin

The Toronto Blue Jays continue to add pitching depth to the minor league system. Following the addition of Blake Purnell earlier this month, the Blue Jays are also adding right-hander Bradley Wilson on a minor league deal.

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Which 20 players have hit four home runs in an MLB game?

The only two things rarer in modern-day baseball than the four-homer game is the Triple Crown and the unassisted triple play. The former is, of course, done over an entire season, while there's a large level of lucky in the unassisted triple play.

Trey Yesavage News / Toronto Blue Jays on SI / May 20

Blue Jays, Trey Yesavage vs. Yankees: Preview, Storylines

It's still May, but the Toronto Blue Jays are facing a pivotal four-game series against the New York Yankees in the Bronx this week. So far, things have not gone the way that the defending American League East Division champs had hoped, dropping the first two games frustratingly.

David Wells News / Bluebird Banter / May 20

Blue Jays Birthdays: Todd Stottlemyre, David Wells

David Wells turns 63 today. David Wells was born in Torrance, California. Stories claim his mother was a ‘biker chick’ with five children from four fathers, and that he was raised by Hell’s Angels.

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Standout reliever prospect Conor Larkin heading to Triple-A Buffalo

Following an impressive start to the 2026 season, right-handed reliever Conor Larkin is receiving a well-earned Triple-A promotion, the Toronto Blue Jays announced Wednesday via their transaction log.

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Canadian Tim Piasentin hits first career professional home run in FCL Blue Jays’ defeat

One of the Toronto Blue Jays’ best power-hitting prospects achieved a first on Tuesday afternoon. Although the Florida Complex League Blue Jays suffered their second defeat of the season, an 8-6 to the FCL Phillies, Canadian third baseman Tim Piasentin hit his first career home run, as well as his third double of the season.

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Blue Jays Receive Vladimir Guerrero Jr. Request After Loss to Yankees

The Toronto Blue Jays dropped their second straight game against the New York Yankees on Tuesday. Toronto rallied in the ninth inning, yet the comeback came up one run short as they lost 5-4.

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Blue Jays Notes: George Springer Finds Some Momentum, Rookie Must Stay

It is starting to get to the point in the season where injuries can no longer define a team. Yes, the Toronto Blue Jays have taken punch after punch, and are still without too many guys.

Trey Yesavage News / Total Pro Sports / May 20

Trey Yesavage vs. Yankees: What To Expect From The Ultimate Pitching Duel

Trey Yesavage vs Yankees: An exciting AL East showdown between the Yankees and Blue Jays continues from Yankee Stadium. The Yanks have already taken a 2-0 lead in this four-game series.

John Schneider News / Athlon Sports / May 19

John Schneider Sends Message After Blue Jays' Loss to Yankees

The Toronto Blue Jays fought a tough battle on Tuesday against the New York Yankees, falling for the second consecutive night to their American League East rivals.

MLB News / Bluejaysnation / May 19

Instant Reaction: Blue Jays rally late but drop second game of the series against the Yankees

For a second consecutive night, the Blue Jays found themselves within striking distance of the Bronx Bombers, but fell short yet again. Dylan Cease was

Toronto Blue Jays News / Bluejaysnation / May 19

Comparing Jeff Hoffmans numbers since being removed from the Blue Jays Closer

As the seasons continue to progress for the Blue Jays, there have been a lot of trials and tribulations the team has gone through. One thing in particular has been the role of closer, going from Jeff Hoffman to a closer “by committee” per the Blue Jays.

Max Scherzer News / Toronto Blue Jays on SI / May 19

Max Scherzer's Eventual Return Leaves Blue Jays With Tough Decision

The Toronto Blue Jays have been faced with a long list of injuries. A player comes back, and another hits the injured list. Reliever Tommy Nance was the latest victim, as he was placed on the 15-day injured list with right forearm discomfort.

Toronto Blue Jays News / MLB Trade Rumors / May 17

Blue Jays Place Tommy Nance On 15-Day IL, Recall Adam Macko

The Blue Jays announced that right-hander Tommy Nance has been placed on the 15-day injured list due to discomfort in his right forearm. Left-hander Adam Macko was called up from Triple-A in the corresponding 26-man roster move, and Macko is already on Toronto’s 40-man roster.

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Daulton Varsho becoming a bright spot in Blue Jays' lineup

Despite the struggles the Toronto Blue Jays have been experiencing, Daulton Varsho's recent success has given Blue Jays fans something to smile about.

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