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Blue Jays Gameday (May 18): Toronto returns to the Bronx to face the Yankees

It’s been 222 days since the Toronto Blue Jays popped champagne in the opposing clubhouse at Yankee Stadium and Vladimir Guerrero Jr. bellowed out “daaa

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Blue Jays injury news: Max Scherzer and Shane Bieber will throw this week, Nathan Lukes begin rehab assignment

The Toronto Blue Jays got some positive news recently. Before Monday’s series opener against the New York Yankees, manager John Schneider spoke to the media giving an update about several players on the injured list.

Jake Bloss News / Bluejaysnation / May 18

Blue Jays prospect Jake Bloss throws second straight scoreless rehab outing

On Monday, Jake Bloss made his second rehab appearance of the 2026 season with the Florida Complex League Blue Jays. Bloss squared off with the Florida Coast League Yankees and put together a very strong outing.

George Springer News / Athlon Sports / May 18

Blue Jays' George Springer Returns to Lineup for Yankees Series Opener After Injury-Related Day Off

The Toronto Blue Jays open a four-game series against AL East rival New York Yankees on Monday, riding a two-game win streak, and the club has an update on designated hitter George Springer heading into the matchup at Yankee Stadium.

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Toronto Blue Jays News / Bluejaysnation / May 18

Who is on the roster bubble when players on the IL return to the Blue Jays?

In the major leagues, things change quite quickly when you least expect them. The Toronto Blue Jays have learned that the hard way in 2026. For example, Addison Barger coming off the IL one day and then getting injured again the next is something you cannot predict.

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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.

MLB News / Bluejaysnation / May 18

Series Recap: Blue Jays take two of three from Tigers in low-scoring series

It may not seem like it, but the Toronto Blue Jays have lost just two series over the last month. Both of those series losses have come against the American League East leading Tampa Bay Rays, as the Jays suffered a three-game sweep in St.

Tyler Rogers News / Bluejaysnation / May 18

Tyler Rogers has been everything the Blue Jays hoped for to begin 2026

The Toronto Blue Jays are just under a third of the way through the 2026 regular season and find themselves third in the American League East with a record of 21-25. While this isn’t where the Blue Jays hoped to be, one of the major bright spots on the 26-man roster to this point has been reliever Tyler Rogers.

Patrick Corbin News / Bluejaysnation / May 18

What happens to Patrick Corbin when other starters return to the Blue Jays?

The MLB season is more than a quarter-way complete, and the Toronto Blue Jays are leaning on veteran starter Patrick Corbin to chew up innings. Yes, Patrick Corbin.

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

Blue Jays Series Opener vs Yankees: Preview, Storylines

The Toronto Blue Jays secured a much-needed series win versus the Detroit Tigers with a 4-1 victory on Sunday. Kevin Gausman turned in a terrific start, throwing six scoreless innings with five strikeouts.

MLB News / Total Pro Sports / May 18

Blue Jays vs. Yankees Game 1: Preview & Starting Pitchers – May 18

Blue Jays vs. Yankees: The Toronto Blue Jays will continue to stay on the road while they visit Yankee Stadium before heading back to Rogers Center. A four-game set will get underway between division rivals.

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

Blue Jays Notes: Huge Pitching Moves as Offense Breaks Out of Slump

This was a big weekend for the Toronto Blue Jays, and it isn't simply because the team found a series road win against the Detroit Tigers, but also because of what happened specifically for a handful of individuals.

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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.

Toronto Blue Jays News / Bluejaysnation / May 17

Instant Reaction: Blue Jays close out Tigers series in dominant fashion

After a stretch of games decided by the slimmest margins, what a relief for the Toronto Blue Jays to close out their series against the Tigers with a win like this.

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

Blue Jays Offense Finally Gets Hot as Superstar Breaks Massive Slump

A 1,000 pound weight was lifted off the Toronto Blue Jays Sunday, specifically Vladimir Guerrero's whose recent struggles have stolen most headlines in baseball.

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Vladimir Guerrero Jr. News / MLB on ClutchPoints / May 17

Blue Jays’ Vladimir Guerrero Jr. sounds off on lineup change in Tigers win

For to the Toronto Blue Jays’ Sunday matchup against the Detroit Tigers, star first baseman Vladimir Guerrero was moved up to the No. 2 spot in the lineup.

Kevin Gausman News / Field Level Media / May 17

Kevin Gausman's strong outing helps Blue Jays tame Tigers

Kevin Gausman tossed six shutout innings in a bounce-back performance and Vladimir Guerrero Jr. homered and scored twice as the visiting Toronto Blue Jays defeated the slumping Detroit Tigers 4-1 on Sunday afternoon.

Toronto Blue Jays News / Bluejaysnation / May 17

Dodgers acquire Eric Lauer from the Blue Jays in exchange for cash or PTBNL

On Sunday, the Los Angeles Dodgers acquired left-hander Eric Lauer and cash considerations from the Toronto Blue Jays in exchange for a player to be named later or cash considerations. Lauer was designated for assignment by the Blue Jays on May 11 after struggling through the start of the 2026 campaign.

Toronto Blue Jays News / Bluejaysnation / May 17

Report: Blue Jays purchase contract of Blake Purnell from Sussex County Miners

The Toronto Blue Jays are adding some Indy ball depth to their farm system. Per the Sussex County Miners, an Independent baseball team in the Frontier League, the Blue Jays have purchased the contract of right-hander Blake Purnell from their squad.

Eric Lauer News / MLB Trade Rumors / May 17

Dodgers Acquire Eric Lauer

2:37PM: Both teams have officially announced the move, which is Lauer and cash considerations heading to Los Angeles in exchange for a player to be named later or cash considerations. Right-hander Brusdar Graterol was shifted from the 15-day IL to the 60-day IL in order to create space for Lauer on the 40-man roster.

Toronto Blue Jays News / Bluejaysnation / May 17

Blue Jays Gameday (May 17): Toronto looks for series win in Detroit

The Toronto Blue Jays are looking for a series win in Detroit on Sunday afternoon. After dropping Friday night’s contest 3-2, the Blue Jays bounced back

Toronto Blue Jays News / MLB Trade Rumors / May 17

Blue Jays Place Tommy Nance On 15-Day IL, Recall Adam Macko

The Blue Jays announced that right-hander Tommy Nance has been placed on the 15-day injured list due to discomfort in his right forearm. Left-hander Adam Macko was called up from Triple-A in the corresponding 26-man roster move, and Macko is already on Toronto’s 40-man roster.

Jose Berrios News / Field Level Media / May 16

Blue Jays RHP Jose Berrios scheduled for elbow surgery

Toronto Blue Jays right-hander Jose Berrios, who has not pitched in a major league game since last September, will undergo surgery for a stress fracture in his elbow, manager John Schneider said Saturday.

Toronto Blue Jays News / Fastball on SI / May 16

3 José Berríos Replacements for Blue Jays After Surgery News

The Toronto Blue Jays won't have one of their All-Star hurlers back for a bit, at least. Two-time All-Star José Berríos hasn't appeared in a big league game yet this season.

Daulton Varsho News / Yardbarker / May 16

Daulton Varsho becoming a bright spot in Blue Jays' lineup

Despite the struggles the Toronto Blue Jays have been experiencing, Daulton Varsho's recent success has given Blue Jays fans something to smile about.

Yohendrick Pinango hits first career homer, Blue Jays outlast Tigers

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Toronto Blue Jays News / Just Baseball / May 15

Sosa vs. Schneider: Who Should the Blue Jays Send Packing?

To state the obvious, the Toronto Blue Jays have had several players underperform at the plate this season. With a record five games below .500 and below-average showings from George Springer, Jesus Sanchez, and Andres Gimenez, there are plenty of things that need to get turned around for this team before it’s too late.