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Toronto Blue Jays News / Bluebird Banter / August 8
Jays Win In Extra Innings 
Blue Jays 7 Phillies 5 (11 innings) That was a game and a half, as my dad would say. Baseball doesn’t get much better. Max Scherzer was great, thru five innings, and then gave up two solo homers in the sixth, before leaving the game.
Max Scherzer News / Larry Brown Sports / August 8
Max Scherzer enters rare MLB company during Phillies game
Max Scherzer unlocked another milestone in his incredible baseball career. The Toronto Blue Jays veteran pitcher started Saturday’s game against the Philadelphia Phillies at Citizens Bank Park in Philadelphia, Pa., and pitched 5 1/3 innings.
The 'Last five-hit game by MLB team' quiz
How many of the most recent players to record five hits in the same MLB game for each franchise can you name in five minutes?
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.
MLB News / Yardbarker / August 8
Blue Jays' Max Scherzer reaches historic MLB milestone vs. Phillies
Max Scherzer moved past another baseball legend Saturday night.
George Springer News / MLB on ClutchPoints / August 8
Why Blue Jays’ George Springer was scratched vs. Phillies
With the Toronto Blue Jays coming out of the 2026 MLB trade deadline, the team is looking to turn its season around by racking up some wins, though injuries could halt the journey to the postseason.
Max Scherzer News / Bluejaysnation / August 8
August 8th Gameday: Max Scherzer starts as Blue Jays go for a series win over the Phillies
After a wild finish to Friday night’s game in Philadelphia, the Toronto Blue Jays are looking for another series win. Up 5-2 in the bottom of the ninth, the Philadelphia Phillies threatened, but the Jays managed to hold on for a 5-4 victory on Friday evening.
Trey Yesavage News / Field Level Media / August 8
Blue Jays to send RHP Trey Yesavage (knee) to see a specialist
The Toronto Blue Jays will send right-hander Trey Yesavage to a specialist for his left knee injury, with surgery a possibility. Yesavage was placed in the injured list Wednesday with what was labeled left knee inflammation.
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.
Toronto Blue Jays News / Athlon Sports / August 8
Blue Jays Announce Decision on Vladimir Guerrero Jr. After 3 Missed Games
The Toronto Blue Jays managed to bounce back Friday without Vladimir Guerrero Jr., holding off the Philadelphia Phillies for a 5-4 win at Citizens Bank Park.
Trevor Rogers News / Viral Sports News / August 8
Blue Jays Predicted to Swing Shocking $114 Million Move
The Toronto Blue Jays could definitely afford to add some rotation depth this offseason, and Bleacher Report’s Kerry Miller thinks he has the answer: Baltimore Orioles left-hander Trevor Rogers.
Toronto Blue Jays News / Bluejaysnation / August 8
3 Blue Jays’ prospects on the Bisons who could make their debut in 2026
With the Toronto Blue Jays’ playoff odds sitting at single digits as of the present day, it’s becoming more and more likely that the playoff dreams are slowly becoming a fantasy.
Brett Bateman News / Toronto Blue Jays on SI / August 8
Blue Jays Find Center Field Solution in Brett Bateman After Phenomenal Debut
A lot happened at this trade deadline for the Toronto Blue Jays as the front office was both buyers and sellers in the final hours, as they added controllable starting pitching, but also departed from key faces, one of whom was Gold Glove center fielder Daulton Varsho.
Toronto Blue Jays News / MLB Trade Rumors / August 8
Blue Jays’ Yimi Garcia Diagnosed With Thoracic Outlet Syndrome
TODAY: Garcia has indeed been diagnosed with TOS, as Blue Jays manager John Schneider told Sportsnet’s Arden Zwelling and other media yesterday. Garcia “most likely” won’t pitch in 2026, Schneider said, though the reliever hasn’t yet decided on surgery.
Max Scherzer News / Field Level Media / August 8
Behind Max Scherzer, Blue Jays chase series win vs. Phillies
Two veterans who are starting to pitch up to their standards will square off Saturday evening when the Toronto Blue Jays visit the Philadelphia Phillies in the middle game of a weekend set.
MLB News / Bluejaysnation / August 8
Instant Reaction: Blue Jays survive late Phillies rally in 5-4 victory
The Toronto Blue Jays are starting to look like themselves lately. On Friday, they began a three-game weekend series against the Philadelphia Phillies, beating the National League East team 5-4 to move to 55-62.
Toronto Blue Jays News / Toronto Blue Jays on SI / August 8
2 Blue Jays Minor Leaguers Who Should Be Called Up Before Season Ends
Despite being more than a few games under .500, the Toronto Blue Jays are not necessarily out of the playoff race. The American League can only be described as a dumpster fire this season, meaning a losing ballclub could sneak in as the final wild card.
Josh Smith News / Field Level Media / August 8
Josh Smith's big night helps Blue Jays hold off Phillies
Josh Smith collected three hits, including a homer, and scored three runs as the visiting Toronto Blue Jays held on to nip the Philadelphia Phillies 5-4 on Friday.
MLB News / Yardbarker / August 7
Mike Trout’s loyalty to Angels is becoming impossible to celebrate
Mike Trout celebrated his 35th birthday in the most predictable way possible. He hit a home run and added another line to a Hall of Fame résumé that ran out of available space years ago.
MLB News / Yardbarker / August 7
Kevin Gausman guides Cubs to fifth straight win in impressive debut
Kevin Gausman delivered a strong first impression in his Chicago Cubs debut Friday night, working seven innings in a 6-4 victory over the Kansas City Royals at Kauffman Stadium.
Toronto Blue Jays News / Yardbarker / August 8
Blue Jays' Jose Soriano delivers promising debut vs. Phillies
Jose Soriano made his debut for the Toronto Blue Jays on Friday night against the Philadelphia Phillies, making his 23rd start of the season.
Toronto Blue Jays News / Yardbarker / August 7
Blue Jays' Brett Bateman to make MLB debut vs. Phillies
Following a highlight-reel performance on Thursday for Triple-A Buffalo and a right quad injury to infielder Luis Urias, the Toronto Blue Jays are calling up Brett Bateman for his MLB debut. Bateman will join Toronto and be active ahead of Friday night's first game of a three-game series against the Philadelphia Phillies.
MLB News / Yardbarker / August 7
Dylan Cease threatening Cam Schlittler as AL Cy Young favorite
While Schlittler has been the frontrunner, Cease's dominant 0.84 ERA with 56 strikeouts since the start of July is giving him the edge as the new favorite to win the award for the first time in in his career.
Trey Yesavage News / MLB Trade Rumors / August 7
Blue Jays’ Trey Yesavage Seeing Specialist For Knee Injury
Imaging on Blue Jays right-hander Trey Yesavage‘s left knee revealed a meniscus issue, per Arden Zwelling of Sportsnet. Yesavage will head to Texas on Monday to visit a specialist.
Toronto Blue Jays News / Yardbarker / August 6
Blue Jays' struggles with RISP get even worse with tough loss to Cubs
The Toronto Blue Jays' hopes of making the postseason are fading. Coincidently, their lingering struggles with runners in scoring position (RISP) have turned into a nightmare.
Toronto Blue Jays News / Yardbarker / August 5
Blue Jays' former No. 1 prospect Ricky Tiedemann could help fill key void with one caveat
Toronto Blue Jays prospect Ricky Tiedemann has been activated off the injury list and has returned to Triple-A Buffalo, signaling a potential late-season call-up.
Toronto Blue Jays News / Larry Brown Sports / August 6
Blue Jays GM makes eye-opening admission about Vladimir Guerrero Jr.
The Toronto Blue Jays were right on the cusp of a World Series title before losing to the Los Angeles Dodgers, and the 2026 season has not gone well for many reasons.
Toronto Blue Jays News / Yardbarker / August 4
How Daulton Varsho trade expands Myles Straw's role with Blue Jays
Straw is in line for a more consistent role following the trade of Varsho.
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