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Report: Blue Jays viewed as favourites to land Kyle Tucker according to rival executives

When was the last time the Toronto Blue Jays were considered a favourite for the top free agent? Sure, they were finalists for both Shohei Ohtani and Rōki Sasaki, and were in the hunt for Juan Soto.

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Why the Blue Jays should add some firepower to the roster this offseason

There were many missed opportunities and what-ifs for the Toronto Blue Jays as they wrapped up their season in early November. Perhaps one of the most curious hypotheticals is whether the bench depth would have changed the face of the World Series in the Blue Jays’ favour.

Bo Bichette News / Fastball on SI / November 18

2 Free-Agent Options The Blue Jays Could Pursue As Bo Bichette Alternatives

The Toronto Blue Jays were two outs away from winning their first World Series title until the Los Angeles Dodgers came storming back to win their second straight championship.

George Springer News / Bluebird Banter / November 18

The Season That Was: George Springer

2024 was George Springer’s fourth season with the Blue Jays, after signing a six-year $150 million contract. And, ummm, it wasn’t a very good season. Since 2022 his bWAR had been falling, from 4.2 to 2.0 to 1.1.

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The 'National League MVPs' quiz

How many of the National League MVPs in the Integration Era (since 1947) can you name in six minutes?

The 'Active 200-strikeout MLB seasons' quiz

The 'Three-home-run MLB playoff games' quiz

The 'Active MLB home run leaders' quiz

Caleb Thielbar News / Bluejaysnation / November 18

Blue Jays 2025 free agent target: Caleb Thielbar

The Blue Jays are bound to add a few relief pitchers this offseason as they look to improve on their middle-of-the-pack bullpen from a year ago. One particular area of need is left-handed relief, with Mason Fluharty, Brendon Little, Justin Bruihl, and starter/long man Eric Lauer as the only relief options on the 40-man roster.

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25 notable MLB Hall of Famers who never won a World Series

Among the countless Hall of Famers who never experienced the joy of winning a World Series, there are several notable legends who stand out. Here's our list of the 25 greatest.

Jeff Hoffman News / Bluejaysnation / November 18

Should Jeff Hoffman be the Blue Jays closer in 2026?

One of the biggest talking points since Game 7 of the World Series for the Blue Jays has been the role of the closer. Ross Atkins, in his end-of-season press conference, stated that Jeff Hoffman is not “married” to the closer role and was open to whatever helped the team win.

Toronto Blue Jays News / Toronto Blue Jays on SI / November 18

2026 Hall of Fame Ballot Features Two Former Blue Jays All-Stars

The Baseball Hall of Fame released its ballot for the Class of 2026 on Monday, and two former Toronto Blue Jays stars are on it. Former pitcher Mark Buehrle, who pitched for the Blue Jays from 2013 to 2015, returns to the ballot for the sixth time.

Toronto Blue Jays News / Toronto Blue Jays on SI / November 17

Which Two Hitters Could Give the Blue Jays’ 2026 Lineup a Major Boost?

The Toronto Blue Jays had a stellar offense in 2025. They led the MLB in hits (1,461), batting average (.265), and on-base percentage (.333). They were an unstoppable force, fueling them to the World Series.

Chris Bassitt News / Bluejaysnation / November 17

Re-signing Chris Bassitt should be on the Blue Jays’ radar this offseason

The off-season has fully rolled out, and the Toronto Blue Jays are in the hunt in the free agency market. Right-hander Chris Bassitt’s contract has ended in Toronto, and he hits the market’s shelves.

Toronto Blue Jays News / Athlon Sports / November 17

Blue Jays Lose Player to Free Agency on Monday

The Toronto Blue Jays fell just one win short of capturing their first World Series title in over three decades, suffering a heartbreaking defeat at the hands of the Los Angeles Dodgers.

Cutter Coffey News / Toronto Blue Jays on SI / November 17

This Blue Jays Prospect Boosted His Stock After Productive Fall In The AFL

The Arizona Fall League provides a great opportunity for prospects to boost their stock heading into the rest of the offseason. One prospect out of the Toronto Blue Jays organization is an example of one of those players who has raised their stock after a productive fall in the desert.

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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.

Nick Sandlin News / Bluejaysnation / November 17

Blue Jays: Nick Sandlin clears waivers, elects free agency

An intriguing bullpen option is no longer part of the Toronto Blue Jays organization. Right-handed reliever Nick Sandlin cleared waivers and has elected free agency, the Blue Jays announced on Monday.

Toronto Blue Jays News / Toronto Blue Jays on SI / November 17

Blue Jays Face Intriguing Decision With Outfielder Victor Arias

The Tuesday 4:00 pm EST deadline for adding players to 40-man rosters is nearly here, and the Toronto Blue Jays face an intriguing decision. One of their top prospects is eligible for this year's Rule 5 Draft, and they'll be tasked with deciding whether or not to protect the 22-year-old outfielder.

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Toronto Blue Jays News / Bluejaysnation / November 17

Looking at Steamer projections for Blue Jays’ players in 2026

The first projection for the 2026 Major League Baseball season is here. Recently, Fangraphs released their Steamer projections for the 2026 season, and if it’s to be believed, the Toronto Blue Jays are set to have some regression.

Toronto Blue Jays News / Bluejaysnation / November 17

Ranking the Blue Jays’ offseason priorities

Getting to the World Series this year was proof that the Blue Jays can play on the biggest stage. There’s no denying that this offseason is one of the more crucial ones for Toronto’s front office if the team is interested in extending its contention window.

Toronto Blue Jays News / Bluejaysnation / November 17

The Toronto Blue Jays can’t afford to wait: The case to spend big this winter

The Toronto Blue Jays are hungry to run it back. Following the Game 7 loss to the Los Angeles Dodgers in the World Series and the initial fallout from the season being over without a ring, the Blue Jays appear ready to go back and compete again.

Toronto Blue Jays News / Toronto Blue Jays on SI / November 17

Does This Blue Jays Free Agent Pitcher Have High Bust Potential?

After the Toronto Blue Jays dropped their chances of earning a World Series against the Los Angeles Dodgers this year, the Blue Jays knew they would have their work cut out for them this offseason.

Toronto Blue Jays News / Bluejaysnation / November 16

Projected Blue Jays lineup if they add Kyle Tucker this off-season

From all accounts, the Toronto Blue Jays are interested in Kyle Tucker. Quite a few sources consider the Blue Jays as the favourite to land the 28-year-old outfielder.

Ernie Clement News / Bluebird Banter / November 16

The season that was: Ernie Clement

Ernie Clement was picked up as a free agent signing in March of 2023, after his release by the A’s earlier that month. I wasn’t thrilled with taking a castoff of the A’s (one who only played 6 games for one of the worst teams in baseball).

MLB News / Yardbarker / November 15

Why Kyle Tucker would be a great fit with the Blue Jays

MLB free agency has been open for over a week, and all of the attention remains on the No. 1 available player, Kyle Tucker.

Why J.T. Realmuto isn’t in the Blue Jays’ offseason plans this time around

Devin Williams a strong bullpen target for Blue Jays

Cubs’ Pete Crow-Armstrong makes massive 2026 decision

The greatest World Series rotations in MLB history

The 'Active 100-RBI MLB season' quiz

Raisel Iglesias News / MLB Trade Rumors / November 15

Blue Jays showing interest in Raisel Iglesias

The Toronto Blue Jays are among the teams with interest in free agent closer Raisel Iglesias, reports Francys Romero. That’s a logical fit with Toronto on the hunt for a late-game arm.

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The 'World Series single-game K leaders' quiz

MLB News / Yardbarker / November 15