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Which Blue Jays prospect will debut first in 2026?

As the Blue Jays continue to add to their roster this offseason, it remains to be seen how many potential spots could be up for grabs for homegrown players.

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Blue Jays Can Land Both Superstar Free Agent Targets According to Top Insider

The Toronto Blue Jays have been widely expected to pursue either Kyle Tucker or Bo Bichette this offseason. Most insiders have framed it as an either-or decision.

Toronto Blue Jays News / Larry Brown Sports / December 11

Vladimir Guerrero Jr. recruiting top free agent to Blue Jays

The Toronto Blue Jays are coming off a World Series run in 2025, and Vladimir Guerrero Jr. is trying to make sure they make it back in 2026. Guerrero showed interest in a top free agent via social media this week.

Toronto Blue Jays News / Toronto Blue Jays on SI / December 11

Closer Previously Linked to Blue Jays Will Instead Head to National League East

The Toronto Blue Jays have had a quick start to the offseason, putting together some impressive moves to be able to build an improved roster. With the signing of Dylan Cease and being able to retain Shane Bieber, things look pretty good when it comes to their starting rotation.

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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 11

Blue Jays hitting coach David Popkins named Baseball America’s MLB Coach of the Year

The Toronto Blue Jays ranked well across numerous offensive statistical categories in 2025, and the hitting coach behind the scenes is getting some well-deserved credit.

Toronto Blue Jays News / Toronto Blue Jays on SI / December 11

Blue Jays Reportedly Receiving Minimal Trade Interest in Longtime Star Pitcher

The Toronto Blue Jays headed into the offseason looking to make some upgrades to a roster which just got within two outs of their first World Series title in over three decades.

Toronto Blue Jays News / Bluejaysnation / December 11

Blue Jays Best Moments of the Quarter Century: Part I

The Blue Jays have come a long way since 2000, and now that almost 25 years have passed since then, let’s take a look back at some of the franchise’s most memorable moments over that time period.

Toronto Blue Jays News / Bluejaysnation / December 11

Should the Blue Jays add more starting pitching depth this offseason?

The Toronto Blue Jays’ signings of Dylan Cease and Cody Ponce fortified a pitching rotation that already includes Kevin Gausman, Shane Bieber, Jose Berrios, and last year’s late-season standout, Trey Yesavage.

Scott Boras News / Toronto Blue Jays on SI / December 11

Scott Boras Reveals Why Blue Jays Became MLB's Top Free Agent Destination

The Toronto Blue Jays made franchise history by signing right-hander Dylan Cease to a seven-year, $210 million contract, the largest free-agent deal in team history.

John Schneider News / MLB on ClutchPoints / December 10

What Blue Jays manager John Schneider regrets about end of crushing Game 7 loss to Dodgers

The Toronto Blue Jays are still haunted by the ending of their unforgettable World Series Game 7 loss to the Los Angeles Dodgers, and now their manager is publicly reliving the moment.

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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 / Athlon Sports / December 10

Giants Lose Player to Blue Jays on Wednesday

The Toronto Blue Jays have had a busy MLB offseason, looking like winners early on heading into 2026. They have capitalized on their momentum following a trip to the World Series, emerging in free agency as a destination for some of the best available talent.

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

Blue Jays Pick Up Former Top Brewers Prospect As MiLB Rule 5 Pick

The Toronto Blue Jays have been making moves this postseason which have primarily surrounded their pitching staff as they signed back Shane Bieber and added Dylan Cease as well as KBO MVP Cody Ponce.

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Toronto Blue Jays News / Bluejaysnation / December 10

On this day a year ago: The Blue Jays acquire Andrés Giménez

The Toronto Blue Jays first major transaction of the 2024/25 off-season came on Dec. 10, 2024. Shortly before the 2025 draft lottery, the Blue Jays sent Spencer Horwitz and prospect Nick Mitchell to the Cleveland Guardians in exchange for Andrés Giménez and Nick Sandlin.

Michael Plassmeyer News / Bluejaysnation / December 10

Blue Jays sign swingman Michael Plassmeyer to minor-league deal

Stop me if you’ve heard this before… the Toronto Blue Jays have added to their 2026 pitching depth. Left-hander Michael Plassmeyer has agreed to a minor-league deal with the club for next season, per the organization’s transaction log.

Spencer Miles News / Toronto Blue Jays on SI / December 10

Blue Jays Have High Hopes For 25-Year-Old Rule 5 Selection

The 2025 Rule 5 Draft took place today at the MLB Winter Meetings in Orlando, Florida. Teams were able to make selections in both the Major and Minor League phases of the draft.

Toronto Blue Jays News / Bluejaysnation / December 10

Blue Jays lose zero players to the Rule 5 Draft

The Toronto Blue Jays walked away with a few more players this afternoon. The annual Rule 5 Draft took place on Wednesday afternoon, including the Major League and Minor League phases.

MLB News / MLB Trade Rumors / December 10

Blue Jays interested in veteran pitcher Brad Keller

The Toronto Blue Jays have been busy adding to their rotation this offseason, but they’re not necessarily done. Ben Nicholson-Smith and Shi Davidi of Sportsnet report that the Jays are still open to adding more starting options, with right-hander Brad Keller one guy they have interest in.

Toronto Blue Jays News / Athlon Sports / December 10

Blue Jays Announce Coaching News on Wednesday

The Toronto Blue Jays had an incredible year in 2025, winning the AL East division title and advancing to the World Series for the first time since 1993.

A. Perez News / Bluejaysnation / December 10

Blue Jays select Hedbert Perez in minor league portion of Rule 5 draft

Prospects tend to flame out all the time. In MLB Pipeline’s 2021 update, Hedbert Perez ranked as the Milwaukee Brewers’ third-best prospect thanks to 55-grade hit tool, a 60-grade run tool, and 55-fielding and arm tools.

Dylan Cease News / MLB on ClutchPoints / December 10

Here’s what Blue Jays’ Dylan Cease hopes to accomplish with Toronto

After losing to the Los Angeles Dodgers in the World Series, the Toronto Blue Jays landed Dylan Cease to be part of their rotation. Now, the new Blue Jays’ ace has revealed what he hopes to accomplish in his first year in Toronto, according to an interview by MLB host Hazel May.

George Springer News / Bluejaysnation / December 10

Blue Jays: George Springer invited to play for Puerto Rico at 2026 World Baseball Classic

The World Baseball Classic is quickly approaching. On Tuesday afternoon, Puerto Rican manager Carlos Beltrán noted that Toronto Blue Jays designated hitter, George Springer, was one of three players to receive an invite to play for the country at the 2026 World Baseball Classic, along with Carlos Correa, Riley Greene, and Nolan Arenado.

Shane Bieber News / MLB Trade Rumors / December 10