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Assessing Blue Jays’ fifth starter options following Patrick Corbin’s move to bullpen

TORONTO — Patrick Corbin has officially moved to the bullpen, meaning the Blue Jays’ starting rotation is back to four starters again — a phrase that’s been uttered far too many times this season.

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Blue Jays prospect Silvano Hechavarria promoted to High-A Vancouver

Silvano Hechavarria is heading north of the border as he takes the next step in his journey through the Toronto Blue Jays’ farm system. On Tuesday, per Sportsnet’s Shi Davidi, Hechavarria was promoted from Single-A Dunedin to High-A Vancouver after 10 starts with the Blue Jays.

Toronto Blue Jays News / Field Level Media / June 30

Blue Jays star Vladimir Guerrero Jr. (back) scratched vs. Mets

Toronto Blue Jays standout first baseman Vladimir Guerrero Jr. was scratched from Tuesday's lineup against the New York Mets due to back tightness. The Blue Jays initially submitted a lineup with Guerrero's name in it but announced about 90 minutes before first pitch that he had been scratched.

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The 'Active MLB XBH leaders' quiz

How many of the active MLB players to rack up at least 500 extra base hits in their career can you name in five minutes?

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Patrick Corbin News / MLB Trade Rumors / June 30

Blue Jays Move Patrick Corbin To Bullpen

Blue Jays manager John Schneider announced to reporters today that left-hander Patrick Corbin is being moved to the bullpen. He was originally slated to start tomorrow’s game.

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25 MLB players most likely to be traded by the deadline

The MLB Trade Deadline has been quieter in recent years, in part due to playoff expansion, but 2026 is shaping up to be a more exciting one with several big names.

Kevin Gausman News / Bluejaysnation / June 30

June 30 Gameday: Kevin Gausman searching for better results as Blue Jays look for second straight win

The Toronto Blue Jays are looking to make it two wins in a row against the New York Mets on Tuesday night at Rogers Centre. Monday’s series opener saw the Blue Jays snap their six-game losing streak, taking down the Mets 2-1, and improving their record to 40-45 through 85 games.

Toronto Blue Jays News / Bluejaysnation / June 30

Blue Jays moving Patrick Corbin to bullpen, shifting Spencer Miles back to bulk role

Patrick Corbin is headed to the Toronto Blue Jays’ bullpen, effective immediately. The club has scratched Corbin from his projected start on Canada Day (Wednesday) and will move to a reliever role moving forward, manager John Schneider revealed on Tuesday.

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25 MLB players who could be first-time All-Stars in 2026

Being named to the Midsummer Classic is one of the biggest honors for MLB players. These 25 players have a chance to make their first All-Star appearance in 2026 based on their first-half performances.

Toronto Blue Jays News / Bluejaysnation / June 30

Blue Jays prospect Nolan Perry promoted to Double-A New Hampshire

A highly touted arm in the Toronto Blue Jays’ organization earned himself a promotion after a strong start to the 2026 season. On Tuesday, it was announced

Kazuma Okamoto News / Athlon Sports / June 30

Blue Jays’ Kazuma Okamoto Receives Disappointing All-Star Game Update Before Mets Game

Toronto Blue Jaysthird baseman Kazuma Okamoto is finding his stride in the big leagues. The Japanese slugger signed a four-year, $60 million contract with the organization this past offseason, looking to make a clean transition after dominating the Nippon Professional Baseball league.

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Toronto Blue Jays News / Athlon Sports / June 30

Vladimir Guerrero Had Two Words After Bo Bichette’s First Game Against Blue Jays

Vladimir Guerrero Jr. and Bo Bichette's best season as a duo with the Toronto Blue Jays came in possibly their final year together. During a dream 2025 season, the two carried Toronto to a first-place division title in the American League East.

Toronto Blue Jays News / Yardbarker / June 30

Blue Jays may have their next reclamation project with Richardson

Blue Jays may have their next reclamation project with Simeon Woods Richardson

While the Blue Jays need to go after a high-leverage arm ahead of the Aug. 3 trade deadline, Richardson provides them with an arm that can be thrown into the rotation sooner rather than later.

Mets, Blue Jays share trail of disappointment

Acquiring Sonny Gray would fill a lingering need for Blue Jays

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

Troy Guthrie News / Bluejaysnation / June 30

Blue Jays Under the Radar prospect: Troy Guthrie has had a strong start to his professional career

The Toronto Blue Jays sure have found success drafting high school pitchers in the past four drafts. While Brandon Barriera hasn’t panned out, the Jays have found gems in Nolan Perry, Gage Stanifer, and Johnny King.

Simeon Woods Richardson News / Bluejaysnation / June 30

Blue Jays: Simeon Woods Richardson clears waivers, joins Bisons

The Toronto Blue Jays have maintained some pitching depth. On Tuesday afternoon, multiple sources reported that Simeon Woods Richardson has cleared waivers and will join the Triple-A Buffalo Bisons after being DFA’d on June 26th.

Simeon Woods Richardson News / MLB Trade Rumors / June 30

Blue Jays Outright Simeon Woods Richardson

Right-hander Simeon Woods Richardson passed through waivers unclaimed after his recent DFA, per Mitch Bannon of The Athletic. He’s been assigned outright to Triple-A Buffalo.

Toronto Blue Jays News / Bluejaysnation / June 30

BJN Draft Profiles: Daniel Jackson is one of the best catching prospects available in the 2026 Draft

It’s been a long time since the Toronto Blue Jays have had a top catching prospect in the system. Just half a decade ago, the team had three up-and-coming catching prospects in Danny Jansen, Alejandro Kirk, and Gabriel Moreno.

Toronto Blue Jays News / Stadium Rant / June 30

Toronto Blue Jays Trade Targets: 3 Players Who Could Strengthen the Roster

Coming off an improbable run that ended in a World Series loss, the Toronto Blue Jays are currently hovering around 2.5 games back in the competitive American League Wild Card race.

Bo Bichette News / Toronto Blue Jays on SI / June 30

Bo Bichette Delivers an Emotional Message to Blue Jays Fans Ahead of Return

The Toronto Blue Jays got set for a three-game series with the New York Mets on Monday, but it wasn't a normal interleague matchup. It was Bo Bichette's return to Toronto.

Toronto Blue Jays News / Bluebird Banter / June 30

Blue Jays Birthdays: Tony Fernandez

Tony Fernandez, widely regarded as the greatest shortstop in Blue Jays history, would have celebrated his 64th birthday today. Fernandez still leads the franchise in games played (1,450) and hits (1,583), among other records.

Toronto Blue Jays News / Bluejaysnation / June 30

BJN Draft Profiles: Zion Rose is a catcher turned outfielder who bats right handed

While it is wise for the Toronto Blue Jays to select the best player available, it’s hard to ignore their need for right-handed outfield prospects. Imagine telling someone three years ago that the Blue Jays have too many left-handed batting outfielders.

MLB News / Field Level Media / June 30

Mets, Blue Jays share trail of disappointment

The Toronto Blue Jays have a chance for a series victory against the visiting New York Mets on Tuesday night in what could be one of the few highlights of a disappointing homestand.

MLB News / Yardbarker / June 30

Mets' Soto explains what went wrong during embarrassing play vs. Blue Jays

Juan Soto explains what went wrong during embarrassing play

New York has lost nine of its last 10 games and has gone 1-3 since firing manager Carlos Mendoza.

Former Mets coach shares alarming takes about David Stearns, Juan Soto

Former Cubs manager David Ross discusses potential interest in Mets job

MLB scout torches Mets lineup after firing of Carlos Mendoza

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Toronto Blue Jays News / Toronto Blue Jays on SI / June 30

Blue Jays' Six-Game Losing Skid Has Revealed Major Issues

Over the first half of the Toronto Blue Jays' 2026 season, things didn't exactly go according to plan, but there was never a real sense of panic or concern over the club's hopes of a postseason return.

Trey Yesavage News / Field Level Media / June 29

Blue Jays ride strong Trey Yesavage start vs. Mets to snap 6-game skid

Trey Yesavage pitched 6 2/3 strong innings Monday night and the Toronto Blue Jays defeated the visiting New York Mets 2-1. Yesavage (4-3) allowed one run, three hits and no walks with a hit batter and three strikeouts.

Addison Barger News / MLB Trade Rumors / June 29

Blue Jays Shut Addison Barger Down Due To Stress Reaction In Back

Blue Jays outfielder Addison Barger has been sidelined since early May due to an elbow injury, and it now seems he’ll be out even longer. Manager John Schneider tells the team’s beat that Barger has been diagnosed with a stress reaction in his back and will be shut down entirely for a couple weeks (via Sportsnet’s Ben Nicholson-Smith).

MLB News / Yardbarker / June 29