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Blue Jays: Breaking down Eric Lauer’s struggles this season

Eric Lauer was unquestionably one of the most important members of the 2025 Toronto Blue Jays. He stabilized the starting rotation when it was ravaged

Addison Barger News / Toronto Blue Jays on SI / May 11

Fears Far From Eased For Blue Jays as Addison Barger Scheduled For MRI

It might seem like the Toronto Blue Jays just activated their missing slugger, Addison Barger, from the injured list. Well, that is because they did. Barger has only played in nine games for the Jays this season, one being his first back against the Los Angeles Angels just this last weekend.

Kevin Gausman News / Field Level Media / May 11

Kevin Gausman, Jays out to avenge sweep by first-place Rays

The Toronto Blue Jays have a chance for payback Monday night when they clash with the visiting Tampa Bay Rays in the opener of a three-game series. The Rays held the Blue Jays to four runs in sweeping a three-game series May 4-6 at St.

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The '50-HR, .300 average MLB seasons' quiz

How many of the 20 MLB players to bat .300 and mash 50 home runs in the same season can you name in five minutes?

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Yariel Rodriguez News / Bluejaysnation / May 10

Report: Blue Jays recalling Yariel Rodriguez from Triple-A Buffalo

The Toronto Blue Jays are reportedly bringing in some reinforcements in the bullpen. Frnacys Romero, a reporter with connections to Latin American signings and news content, posted earlier today that the Jays were calling up right-hander Yariel Rodriguez to the big league roster.

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25 current MLB players who will end up in the Baseball Hall of Fame

Some things appear clear when it comes to Baseball Hall of Fame voting. The PED guys aren’t going to get in, or at least the hitters, and the rubric for starting pitchers has to be reconstructed on the fly.

Yariel Rodriguez News / MLB Trade Rumors / May 11

Blue Jays to select Yariel Rodriguez’s contract

The Blue Jays will be selecting the contract of right-hander Yariel Rodriguez from Triple-A Buffalo, according to reporter Francys Romero. Sportsnet’s Ben Nicholson-Smith and Shi Davidi note that Rodriguez will be added to the roster prior to Monday’s game with the Rays.

MLB News / Bluejaysnation / May 10

Series Reacp: Blue Jays win series against Angels, but were unable to complete the sweep

There was some good and some bad in the Toronto Blue Jays most recent series against the Los Angeles Angels. Over the weekend, the Blue Jays took two of three from the Los Angeles Angels, which is their fourth series win in their last six.

Toronto Blue Jays News / Yardbarker / May 10

How Spencer Miles can help aid the Blue Jays' rotation amid Eric Lauer's struggles

Things just keep getting worse for Toronto Blue Jays pitcher Eric Lauer, who has been the weakest link in the starting rotation. In late April, Lauer expressed frustrations with being a bulk pitcher.

Blue Jays' Brandon Valenzuela making the most of increased playing time

Kazuma Okamoto has transformed into critical run producer for Blue Jays

Ernie Clement racks up five hits as Blue Jays maul Angels

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Toronto Blue Jays News / Bluejaysnation / May 10

Instant Reaction: Eric Lauer surrenders three home runs in Blue Jays’ 6-1 loss to Angels

The Toronto Blue Jays just can’t seem to find a way to go on a winning streak. After being swept by the Tampa Bay Rays earlier this week, the Jays returned home for a three-game series against the Los Angeles Angels.

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Who are the 25 fastest players in MLB right now?

Speed is more important than ever in MLB with recent rule changes promoting stolen bases. These were the 25 fastest players for the 2026 season, as recorded by the Statcast sprint speed metric.

MLB News / Toronto Blue Jays on SI / May 10

Blue Jays Set Starting Rotation for Huge AL East Series with Rays

The Toronto Blue Jays are looking for redemption in their next series upcoming, as they take on their AL East division rivals, the Tampa Bay Rays. Just one series ago, the Blue Jays got swept on the road against the Rays, damaging their placement in the standings.

Toronto Blue Jays News / Yardbarker / May 10

Kazuma Okamoto has transformed into critical run producer for Blue Jays

His lack of power at the beginning of the season had many doubting his offensive abilities.

Blue Jays' Brandon Valenzuela making the most of increased playing time

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The 'Active playoff scoring leaders' quiz

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Addison Barger News / Bluejaysnation / May 10

Blue Jays Gameday (May 10): Late lineup change sees Addison Barger scratched ahead of series finale against Angels

The Toronto Blue Jays’ injury woes continue. Originally slated to lead-off for the Blue Jays, Addison Barger was scratched ahead of Sunday’s series finale against the Los Angeles Angels due to elbow soreness.

Bobby Cox News / Toronto Blue Jays on SI / May 10

Bobby Cox Remembered as Paving Way for Blue Jays' Future Success

As the tributes pour in for Hall of Fame Manager Bobby Cox most will focus on his time with the Atlanta Braves. And well they should. Cox managed the Braves to an incredible 14 straight division titles, five NL Pennants and the 1995 World Series title.

Addison Barger News / Bluejaysnation / May 10

Report: Blue Jays’ Addison Barger removed from lineup with right elbow soreness

Addison Barger’s tough start to the 2026 MLB regular season has taken another hit. A day after returning from the 10-day injured list to the Toronto Blue Jays’ lineup,, the 26-year-old was removed from Sunday’s lineup in the series finale against the Los Angeles Angels with right elbow soreness.

Kazuma Okamoto News / Just Baseball / May 10

Kazuma Okamoto Has Given the Blue Jays a Breath of Fresh Air

The Toronto Blue Jays have gotten a lack of offense in the power department from their franchise cornerstone in Vladimir Guerrero Jr. (two home runs in 142 at-bats) and they’ve sorely missed out on the home run-hitting ability from George Springer, among other names.

Yohendrick Pinango News / Bluejaysnation / May 10

Blue Jays: Optioning Yohendrick Pinango doesn’t make a whole lot of sense

The Toronto Blue Jays’ injury bus is getting a bit lighter this week, with Addison Barger returning from a bilateral ankle sprain that had him sitting on the sidelines since early April.

Addison Barger News / Bluejaysnation / May 10

Blue Jays: Addison Barger needs to play every day to realize his full potential

The Toronto Blue Jays reinstated Addison Barger from the injured list ahead of Saturday’s game against the Los Angeles Angels, optioning Yohendrick Piñango in a corresponding move. Barger has been sidelined since April 5th with a serious ankle sprain.

Bobby Cox News / Bluejaysnation / May 10

Former Blue Jays manager Bobby Cox passes away at age 84

On Saturday, it was announced that former Toronto Blue Jays manager Bobby Cox had passed away at the age of 84. Cox was the Blue Jays’ manager for four years, a stretch that spanned from the 1982 to 1985 seasons.

Toronto Blue Jays News / Toronto Blue Jays on SI / May 10

Blue Jays Try to Sweep Angels: Preview, Storylines

Saturday was the offensive explosion the Toronto Blue Jays sorely needed. The Blue Jays (18-21) defeated the Los Angeles Angels (15-25), 14-1, in an overwhelming show of offense.

Toronto Blue Jays News / Yardbarker / May 9

Blue Jays' Brandon Valenzuela making the most of increased playing time

Upon the return of All-Star catcher Alejandro Kirk, rookie Toronto Blue Jays catcher Brandon Valenzuela deserves to be the backup.

Ernie Clement racks up five hits as Blue Jays maul Angels

Blue Jays' Dylan Cease stifles Angels again

Blue Jays reinstate OF Addison Barger from injured list

Blue Jays prospect Juan Sanchez hits first Single-A home run

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Toronto Blue Jays News / Field Level Media / May 9

Ernie Clement racks up five hits as Blue Jays maul Angels

Brandon Valenzuela hit a three-run homer to cap a seven-run fifth inning Saturday and the Toronto Blue Jays defeated the visiting Los Angeles Angels 14-1.

Toronto Blue Jays News / Athlon Sports / May 9

John Schneider Sends Yohendrick Pinango Message After Blue Jays Roster Move

Toronto Blue Jays outfielder Addison Barger officially returned from the injured list on Saturday and made the start against the Los Angeles Angels. The 26-year-old left-handed slugger returns after missing a month of action due to a left ankle sprain suffered in early April.

Addison Barger News / Toronto Blue Jays on SI / May 9

Shocking Move As Blue Jays Announce Player Optioned To Make Room for Barger

It has been a long time coming for the Toronto Blue Jays and slugger Addison Barger to finally reunite after Barger was placed on the dreaded injured list over a month ago with a sprained ankle.