Toronto Blue Jays: Breaking News, Rumors & Highlights

Former Blue Jays prospect Riley Tirotta signs minor league deal with Phillies

A former Toronto Blue Jays prospect has already found a new home. On June 9th, the Jays released Riley Tirotta, a utility player that spent parts of six seasons in the organization after being selected in 2021.

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Blue Jays: Is George Springer starting to turn a corner?

For the most part, 2026 has been a difficult year for George Springer. He’s slashing .223/.313/.389, which is similar to his line from the worst season of his career in 2024 (.220/.303/.371).

Sean Keys News / Bluejaysnation / June 21

Blue Jays: Sean Keys hits walk-off homer in Bisons victory

Somehow, some way, the Toronto Blue Jays need to find a spot for Sean Keys. Last season, the corner infield prospect smacked an organization-leading 19 home runs, doing so while playing half his games at Nat Bailey Stadium, a notoriously unfriendly ball park for left-handed hitters.

Max Scherzer News / Bluejaysnation / June 21

Why Max Scherzer’s time on the Blue Jays may be running out

Seven years ago, Max Scherzer got on the mound with a black eye one day in June. The batting practice earlier in the day almost took him out of his start that day with a broken nose, but Scherzer refused.

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The 'Most K's through 30 MLB starts' quiz

How many of the starting pitchers in the MLB Live-Ball Era (since 1920) to strike out at least 180 batters in their first 30 starts can you name in six minutes?

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MLB News / MLB on ClutchPoints / June 20

Blue Jays acquire infielder in trade with Diamondbacks

The Toronto Blue Jays (38-39) appeared to be on the cusp of a full-blown explosion multiple times this year, and as they approach .500 yet again, the organization is deciding to make a seemingly minor yet potentially intriguing midseason acquisition.

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The 25 greatest rookie seasons in MLB history

Not every all-timer has instant success at the next level. For many baseball players, it takes a few bumps in the road out of the gate before they ever reach stardom.

Toronto Blue Jays News / Larry Brown Sports / June 20

Blue Jays trade for infielder with 60 career MLB home runs

The Toronto Blue Jays are shoring up their infield depth with an under-the-radar move. On Saturday, Mitch Bannon of The Athletic reported that the reigning American League champions have acquired veteran infielder Luis Urias via a trade with the Arizona Diamondbacks.

Ernie Clement News / Athlon Sports / June 20

Blue Jays Make Trade After Ernie Clement News

The Toronto Blue Jays have one of the most valuable players in the league in Ernie Clement. While the 30-year-old typically plays second base, he has the ability to move all over the infield and play the position at an elite level, which has been especially valuable for Toronto.

Luis Arias News / Toronto Blue Jays on SI / June 20

Blue Jays Trade For Diamondbacks' Luis Arias to Add Infield Depth

The Toronto Blue Jays are in excess of two things this season: outfielders and left-handed bats. This has been a major problem on top of the fact that the righties haven't been able to come through against lefties on the mound.

MLB News / Bluejaysnation / June 20

Blue Jays acquire Luis Urías from Diamondbacks for cash considerations

The Toronto Blue Jays have picked up some more infield depth. Following Saturday afternoon’s victory against the Chicago Cubs, they sent cash considerations to the Arizona Diamondbacks in exchange for infielder Luis Urías, according to The Athletic’s Mitch Bannon.

Toronto Blue Jays News / MLB Trade Rumors / June 20

Blue Jays Acquire Luis Urías

The Blue Jays have acquired infielder Luis Urías from the Diamondbacks, according to Mitch Bannon of The Athletic. Arizona receives cash in return. Urías

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Which 20 players have hit four home runs in an MLB game?

The only two things rarer in modern-day baseball than the four-homer game is the Triple Crown and the unassisted triple play. The former is, of course, done over an entire season, while there's a large level of lucky in the unassisted triple play.

MLB News / Field Level Media / June 20

Blue Jays erase 5-run deficit to stun Cubs

Dalton Varsho and Kazuma Okamoto both hit three-run home runs as the visiting Toronto Blue Jays scored eight straight runs to beat the Chicago Cubs 8-6 Saturday.

MLB News / Bluejaysnation / June 20

Instant Reaction: Kazuma Okamoto’s late home run powers Blue Jays’ comeback win over Cubs

The Toronto Blue Jays were needed to find a win in the second game against the Chicago Cubs. After a pathetic showing Friday afternoon in Chicago, losing 16-2, the Blue Jays needed a win Saturday to even up the series.

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Toronto Blue Jays News / MLB Trade Rumors / June 20

Blue Jays To Activate Shane Bieber On Monday

The Blue Jays’ rotation has plenty of talent on paper, but a slate of injuries have taken their toll through the first half of the season. Kevin Gausman is Toronto’s sole qualifying starter with 16 starts.

Toronto Blue Jays News / Field Level Media / June 20

Jays activate CF Daulton Varsho; RHP Shane Bieber expected back Monday

Toronto Blue Jays center fielder Daulton Varsho was activated from the 10-day injured list on Saturday and was in the starting lineup against the Chicago Cubs.

Kevin Gausman News / MLB on ClutchPoints / June 20

Blue Jays rumors: Why Kevin Gausman trade is unlikely

Coming off a brutal start for Toronto Blue Jays pitcher Kevin Gausman on Friday, the latest news regarding his status ahead of the trade deadline has likely been revealed.

Toronto Blue Jays News / Bluejaysnation / June 20

Determining Yohendrick Piñango’s long-term fit on the Toronto Blue Jays

Yohendrick Piñango has been the surprise of the season for the Toronto Blue Jays in 2026—but his long-term fit remains unclear. The Blue Jays acquired Piñango and infielder Josh Rivera from the Chicago Cubs in the trade that sent former top pitching prospect Nate Pearson to the Windy City.

Toronto Blue Jays News / Athlon Sports / June 20

Blue Jays’ John Schneider Announces Ernie Clement News After Second Straight Absence From Lineup

The Toronto Blue Jays utility man Ernie Clement is once again out of the starting lineup for a second straight game Saturday. Clement has been one of Toronto's steadiest everyday pieces this season, slashing .294/.313/.443 with seven home runs and 28 RBIs while moving between second base, third base and shortstop.

Daulton Varsho News / Athlon Sports / June 20

Blue Jays Demote Player After Daulton Varsho News

Toronto Blue Jays center fielder Daulton Varsho was on the 10-day injured list from June 10 to June 20 with left wrist inflammation. He had previously been healthy for the whole year.

Toronto Blue Jays News / Bluejaysnation / June 20

How a healthy Addison Barger could take the Blue Jays to the next level

Addison Barger has been one of the cult favourites for many Blue Jays fans ever since the magical 2025 playoff run. Having this kind of batter in the lineup propelled the Blue Jays to the next level they needed last year, which meant that losing him to a long injury stint has made a dent in the 2026 Blue Jays’ production.

Toronto Blue Jays News / MLB Trade Rumors / June 19

Blue Jays To Reinstate Lazaro Estrada From 60-Day Injured List

The Blue Jays will reinstate right-hander Lazaro Estrada from the 60-day injured list, reports Francys Romero. Toronto has a couple openings on the 40-man roster after recently designating Yariel Rodríguez and Connor Seabold for assignment.

Toronto Blue Jays News / Trade Talk Sports / June 19

Ex-Manager Sees Another World Series Run in the Blue Jays

Through the first 75 games of the 2025-26 season, the Toronto Blue Jays (37-38) are not where they want to be, but a wide-open American League has them clinging to a wild card spot with everything they’re aiming for still right in front of them.

Spencer Miles News / Just Baseball / June 19

Flexibility Has Made Spencer Miles a Perfect Fit for the Blue Jays

The Toronto Blue Jays have been no strangers to injury troubles in 2026, and their whole season has felt like a constant revolving door of players filling in roster holes left by injuries.