Toronto Blue Jays: Breaking News, Rumors & Highlights

John Schneider News / Total Pro Sports / April 8

John Schneider Loses His Mind & Receives Standing Ovation After Heated Ejection

Despite being the American League champions, the Toronto Blue Jays have made a slow start to the 2026 campaign. They are presently hosting the Los Angeles Dodgers at Rogers Center in the first rematch between the teams since the 2025 World Series.

Kevin Gausman News / MLB on ClutchPoints / April 8

Blue Jays pitcher Kevin Gausman gives blunt bottom line amid early-season slump

The Toronto Blue Jays remain under growing pressure as their early-season struggles continue to deepen. The Blue Jays are currently riding a six-game losing streak, the club’s longest since June 2024, and the slide has dropped the club to 4–7 on the 2026 season.

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Toronto Blue Jays News / Fastball on SI / April 7

Blue Jays’ 102K Hot Dog Promotion Grabs MLB World’s Attention

The Toronto Blue Jays may have had a tough week on the field, but it certainly seems like the organization knows how to run a promotion well regardless.

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One storyline to follow for every MLB team in 2026

As Spring Training opens for 2026, all 30 teams have high hopes and big questions. These are the storylines to follow for each team heading into Opening Day.

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Toronto Blue Jays News / MLB on ClutchPoints / April 7

Blue Jays sell over 100k hot dogs on 77-cent night

Toronto Blue Jays fans have had little to celebrate since their team suffered a gut-wrenching 5-4 loss to the Los Angeles Dodgers in Game 7 of the 2025 World Series.

Toronto Blue Jays News / Bluejaysnation / April 7

Instant Reaction: It was the same old story in Blue Jays’ 4-1 loss to Dodgers

Another day, another loss for the Toronto Blue Jays. On Tuesday evening, the Blue Jays played the second of three against the Los Angeles Dodgers, falling 4-1 to lose the series.

John Schneider News / Larry Brown Sports / April 7

Blue Jays manager John Schneider completely crashes out on umpire after getting ejected

John Schneider made sure to get more than his money’s worth during Tuesday’s game. The Toronto Blue Jays manager Schneider was ejected Tuesday against the Los Angeles Dodgers for arguing a balk that was called on Toronto pitcher Kevin Gausman.

Addison Barger News / Bluejaysnation / April 7

Blue Jays: A quick IL stint may help reset Addison Barger

Addison Barger was one of the breakout stars for the Toronto Blue Jays in 2025. It’s hard to believe now, but Barger wasn’t a part of the Blue Jays opening roster in 2025.

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25 MLB players that could be traded during the 2026 season

The 2026 MLB season is right around the corner, and it is never too early to start thinking about how it might unfold. Seemingly, every year, we have a decent handle on who should contend and who is likely to struggle, which makes looking ahead to the trade deadline inevitable.

Cody Ponce News / Trade Talk Sports / April 7

Pitcher Cody Ponce Out 6 Months for Blue Jays

The Toronto Blue Jays have been dealt an early and frustrating blow to their rotation. Right-hander Cody Ponce is expected to miss about six months after undergoing ACL surgery.

Toronto Blue Jays News / Bluejaysnation / April 7

Blue Jays sign pitching prospect Tomoya Kinjo to minor league deal

The Toronto Blue Jays have made another splash in the International Free Agent market. On Monday, Francys Romero reported that the Blue Jays have 23-year-old right-handed pitcher Tomoya Kinjo.

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George Springer News / Bluejaysnation / April 7

Blue Jays: Should George Springer stay in the leadoff spot?

The Toronto Blue Jays have some serious lineup questions to answer after an embarrassing 14-2 loss to the Los Angeles Dodgers on Monday night. Given the

Toronto Blue Jays News / Field Level Media / April 7

Blue Jays roster shuffle continues as injuries pile up amid slow start

Toronto Blue Jays right-hander Cody Ponce will undergo surgery for a right anterior cruciate ligament injury and likely will be lost for the remainder of the regular season, manager John Schneider revealed Tuesday.

Kevin Gausman News / Bluejaysnation / April 7

Blue Jays Gameday (April 7): Toronto looks to get back in the win column with Kevin Gausman on the mound

The Toronto Blue Jays need to stop this skid at some point. After a sweep of the Athletics to begin their season, the Blue Jays are 1-6 in their last seven, with two losses to the Colorado Rockies and a sweep at the hands of the Chicago White Sox.

Patrick Corbin News / Toronto Blue Jays on SI / April 7

Blue Jays' Latest Injury Woes Pave Way for Setting Patrick Corbin's Debut

The Toronto Blue Jays went into the 2026 season knowing a handful of pitchers would be on the injured list to begin the year. What they didn't expect was that more would be on the way, as one valuable starting pitching addition from this offseason joins the injured collection.

Toronto Blue Jays News / Bluejaysnation / April 7

Blue Jays’ Cody Ponce to undergo knee surgery, will likely miss remainder of 2026 season

The worst-case scenario has arrived for the Toronto Blue Jays and injured right-hander Cody Ponce, who’s set to undergo knee surgery to repair his right ACL sprain, the club announced Tuesday.

Alejandro Kirk News / Athlon Sports / April 7

Blue Jays Announce Alejandro Kirk Injury News Before Dodgers Game

The Toronto Blue Jays have not had the kind of start to the 2026 MLB season they envisioned. Toronto enters Tuesday’s matchup against the Los Angeles Dodgers with a 4-6 record and is riding a five-game losing streak.

Toronto Blue Jays News / Bluejaysnation / April 7

Blue Jays Roster Moves: Barger placed on 10-day IL, Corbin and Fitzgerald recalled, Fleming designated for assignment

Yet another Toronto Blue Jays player has hit the mend, this time it’s Addison Barger’s turn. Prior to Tuesday’s contest against the Los Angeles Dodgers, the club officially placed Barger on the 10-day injured list, retroactive to April 6, with a left ankle sprain.

Adam Macko News / Yardbarker / April 7

Blue Jays' Adam Macko deserves a midseason call-up

The Blue Jays' bullpen has been struggling early in the season and needs to be addressed.

Injury-battered Blue Jays facing another potential loss

Eloy Jimenez showcasing offensive flair with Blue Jays' Triple-A affiliate

Max Scherzer comments on his injury after exiting early against the Dodgers

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Toronto Blue Jays News / MLB Trade Rumors / April 7

Blue Jays Designate Josh Fleming For Assignment

The Blue Jays announced a series of roster moves today. Left-hander Patrick Corbin and infielder Tyler Fitzgerald have been recalled to the active roster.

Kevin Gausman News / Fastball on SI / April 7

Blue Jays Ace Kevin Gausman Makes 126-Year MLB History

The Toronto Blue Jays have gotten a red-hot start to the 2026 season from two-time All-Star Kevin Gausman. Gausman hasn't just been good in comparison to his peers around the league this season, but he has been historically good.

Ernie Clement News / Athlon Sports / April 7

Blue Jays' Ernie Clement Shares Off-Field Update Ahead of Dodgers Game

Toronto Blue Jays infielder Ernie Clement has had a successful start to his career in Major League Baseball. Playing in his sixth season in the majors, Clement has put up a career slash line of .261/.295/.376 with an OPS of .671, totaling 25 home runs and 129 RBIs in 444 games.

Addison Barger News / Bluejaysnation / April 7

Blue Jays: Addison Barger’s slow start shouldn’t cause any concerns

The 2026 Toronto Blue Jays feature a healthy mix of experience, leadership, and youth. Right in the middle of that balance is Addison Barger, who has moved past the prospect stage and into the lane of reliability.

Toronto Blue Jays News / Toronto Blue Jays on SI / April 7

Blue Jays Appear to Catch a Break on Injury Front with Veteran Pitcher

Amidst a five-game losing skid and with injuries continuing to pile up, it looks as though the stumbling Toronto Blue Jays may have finally caught a bit of a break.

Toronto Blue Jays News / Toronto Blue Jays on SI / April 7

Plagued Rotation Knocks Blue Jays Down in Latest MLB Power Rankings

The Toronto Blue Jays have been having a rather brutal start to their 2026 campaign after suffering numerous injuries to their pitching staff. Heading into the season, the Blue Jays were looking quite solid, with hopes held high for a potential run to the postseason and beyond.