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Bo Bichette News / Bluejaysnation / December 22

Bo Bichette’s positional flexibility in free agency and what that means for a return to the Blue Jays

Bo Bichette is reportedly willing to move to second base. Last season with the Toronto Blue Jays, the free agent rebounded well with the bat, slashing .311/.357/.483 with 18 home runs in 628 plate appearances for a career-best 134 wRC+.

Toronto Blue Jays News / Bluejaysnation / December 22

3 potential landing spots for Bo Bichette in the American League

With 2026 just around the corner, there’s still the looming question of where Bo Bichette will sign for next season. There are several possibilities for Bichette’s camp, despite it being mostly radio silent to the public.

Alex Bregman News / Bluejaysnation / December 22

Why the Blue Jays need to aim higher than Alex Bregman in free agency

Entering the offseason, standing pat wasn’t an option for the Blue Jays, who excelled in almost every facet this October. Investing in pitching at the start of the offseason showed Toronto’s commitment to improving its existing weaknesses and the holes left by players who departed in free agency.

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Toronto Blue Jays News / Bluejaysnation / December 22

Examining Spencer Miles and Angel Bastardo’s chances of making Blue Jays’ Opening Day roster

The Toronto Blue Jays bullpen for the 2026 season is nearly set. Earlier on Monday, we looked at which relievers would fill which roles, with about six or seven spots locked down barring an injury or trade.

Athletics News / Yardbarker

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.

MLB News / Bluejaysnation / December 22

Blue Jays sign former Guardians prospect Jorge Burgos to minor-league deal

It’s the holiday season for minor-league signings. Adding another minor-league free agent to their system on Monday, the Toronto Blue Jays have inked first baseman/outfielder Jorge Burgos to a contract for next season, per the transaction log.

MLB News / Bluebird Banter / December 22

Today in Blue Jays History: Brandon Morrow Trade

Sixteen years ago today The Blue Jays traded Brandon League and Johermyn Chavez to the Mariners for Brandon Morrow. Hugo posted this: Ken Rosenthal reported last night that the Jays traded sometimes-brilliant pitcher Brandon League to the Seattle Mariners for sometimes-brilliant pitcher Brandon Morrow.

Toronto Blue Jays News / Toronto Blue Jays on SI / December 22

Breaking Down Why Blue Jays Outfield Was Easily One of Best in Baseball

There was plenty on display during the World Series (and the 2025 season) surrounding the Toronto Blue Jays and their strengths. The Jays were deadly at the plate all the way through the lineup and that included plenty of talent with their players in the outfield.

Toronto Blue Jays News / Bluejaysnation / December 22

Blue Jays: Looking at who fills what role in the bullpen

One area of strength for the Toronto Blue Jays heading into the 2026 season is their bullpen. Earlier this month, they made one of their biggest free agent

Mark Shapiro News / Toronto Blue Jays on SI / December 21

Blue Jays Can't Afford to Stand Pat as Mark Shapiro Calls AL East 'Beast'

The Toronto Blue Jays went all-in after their World Series loss, handing Dylan Cease a seven-year, $210 million contract and locking up reliever Tyler Rogers for three years.

Alex Bregman News / Bluejaysnation / December 21

Examining Alex Bregman’s potential fit with Blue Jays

Surprise, surprise, the Toronto Blue Jays have been linked to another free agent. On Friday, ESPN’s Jeff Passan reported that the Blue Jays were “very much in the mix” for Alex Bregman when he appeared on Michael Kay’s show.

MLB News / Yardbarker

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.

Toronto Blue Jays News / Bluejaysnation / December 21

Catching up with Blue Jays prospect Matt Scannell ahead of his first full professional season

The Toronto Blue Jays‘ farm system has grown considerably talent-wise over the past couple of seasons, making strides relative to the rest of the league if you pay attention to online rankings.

Toronto Blue Jays News / Athlon Sports / December 21

Blue Jays' Ernie Clement Sends World Series Message to Vladimir Guerrero Jr. on Sunday

The Toronto Blue Jays enjoyed a dream season in 2025, coming just one win shy of capturing a World Series title. A major reason for their deep postseason

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Mason Fluharty News / Bluejaysnation / December 21

Mason Fluharty will be a core piece of the Blue Jays bullpen in 2026

Mason Fluharty won’t just be a lefty specialist out of the bullpen for the Toronto Blue Jays in 2026 — he’s going to be the team’s important reliever. Jeff Hoffman, Louis Varland, Tyler Rogers, Braydon Fisher, and Yimi García all have one thing in common: they’re right-handed.

MLB News / Yardbarker / December 21

Alex Bregman could stay in the AL East, but not with the Red Sox

The Boston Red Sox can't afford to lose Alex Bregman right now, much less to a divisional rival. However, that's a realistic possibility.

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MLB News / MLB Trade Rumors / December 21

Blue Jays Interested In Alex Bregman

Add the Blue Jays to the list of potential suitors for free agent Alex Bregman. Toronto officials have been in contact with Scott Boras, the third baseman’s agent, reports Ken Rosenthal of The Athletic.

Toronto Blue Jays News / Last Word On Sports / December 20

Blue Jays Moves Signify Belief in Their Current Closer

Every Toronto Blue Jays fan remembers how the 2025 World Series ended, falling in extra innings to the powerhouse Los Angeles Dodgers in Game 7. As the

Bo Bichette News / Last Word On Sports / December 20

One Star Could Revive the Infield Market in Free Agency

Bo Bichette isn’t just the most recognizable infielder available in free agency — he’s also the most intriguing. At 28 years old, Bichette hits the open market at a rare intersection of prime-age production, positional ambiguity, and star power.

MLB News / Bluejaysnation / December 20

Jeff Passan: 'Blue Jays very much in the mix for Alex Bregman'

This off-season has moved at a snail’s pace, at least on the position player side of things. Early in the off-season, the Toronto Blue Jays jumped the market by signing Dylan Cease to a seven-year deal.

Tyler Rogers News / Bluejaysnation / December 20

Blue Jays stood out from Day 1 in free-agent recruitment of Tyler Rogers

Upon reaching free agency for the first time in his career, submarine right-hander Tyler Rogers didn’t know exactly what to expect once the process began.

Toronto Blue Jays News / Toronto Blue Jays on SI / December 20

Blue Jays Expected to Sign at Least One Superstar Free-Agent Slugger

The Blue Jays aren't done spending. While some believed Toronto's offseason might have ended with their pitching additions, ESPN insider Jeff Passan thinks otherwise.

Toronto Blue Jays News / Just Baseball / December 20

Playing GM: 4 Moves to Complete the Toronto Blue Jays Roster for 2026

Continuing our Playing GM series, we take a look at the reigning American League Champion Toronto Blue Jays. Every offseason, Peter Appel, Aram Leighton, and Jack McMullen, the hosts of the Just Baseball Show, conduct a series of episodes pinpointing offseason moves for all 30 teams.