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Blue Jays bid to build momentum in series opener vs. Twins

Blue Jays bid to build momentum in series opener vs. Twins

The Toronto Blue Jays ended two streaks on Wednesday and will try to stop another streak Friday night when they host the Minnesota Twins. The Blue Jays snapped a six-game losing streak two days ago with a scruffy 4-3 win that also stopped the Los Angeles Dodgers' five-game winning streak.

Trey Yesavage News / Bluejaysnation / April 9
Blue Jays: Trey Yesavage strikes out six, allows four earned runs in most recent rehab appearance

Blue Jays: Trey Yesavage strikes out six, allows four earned runs in most recent rehab appearance

The Toronto Blue Jays starting rotation could be getting some reinforcements sooner rather than later. On Thursday afternoon, Trey Yesavage made his second rehab start with the Dunedin Blue Jays.

Toronto Blue Jays News / Bluebird Banter / April 9

Off Day Afternoon Jays News

Very little going on today, except a couple of minor MiLB notes: Trey Yesavage went 2.2 innings for Dunedin this afternoon. The surface results, 4 earned on 4 hits and a walk, aren’t great, but all four hits were singles.

Jose Ramirez News / Yardbarker Quizzes
The 'Most games played by MLB team' quiz

The 'Most games played by MLB team' quiz

How many of the players to appear in the most games all-time for each MLB franchise can you name in five minutes?

The 'MLB active doubles leaders' quiz
The 'MLB yearly runs created leaders' quiz
The 'Youngest MLB 30/30 seasons' quiz
Toronto Blue Jays News / MLB Trade Rumors / April 9
Josh Fleming, Austin Voth Elect Free Agency

Josh Fleming, Austin Voth Elect Free Agency

Left-hander Josh Fleming and right-hander Austin Voth have both cleared waivers and elected free agency. Both were designated for assignment by the Blue Jays this week.

Athletics News / Yardbarker
One storyline to follow for every MLB team in 2026

One storyline to follow for every MLB team in 2026

As Spring Training opens for 2026, all 30 teams have high hopes and big questions. These are the storylines to follow for each team heading into Opening Day.

Red Sox to sign former Yankees relief pitcher ahead of Opening Day
MLB announces 80-game suspension for Johan Rojas
Mets star gets help from former teammate after clubhouse issues
Three comeback arms to watch in National League East
Five X factors in the AL Central
MLB News / Bluejaysnation / April 9
Series recap: Blue Jays salvage finale against the Los Angeles Dodgers

Series recap: Blue Jays salvage finale against the Los Angeles Dodgers

The Toronto Blue Jays appeared headed for a seventh straight loss and a sweep at the hands of the Los Angeles Dodgers on Wednesday, but then they broke

Toronto Blue Jays News / Toronto Blue Jays on SI / April 9
Why the Blue Jays Shouldn't Panic After Slow Start to 2026 Season

Why the Blue Jays Shouldn't Panic After Slow Start to 2026 Season

The Toronto Blue Jays have gotten off to a less-than-ideal start in their quest to defend their 2025 American League Pennant. They are coming off a series loss at home to the Los Angeles Dodgers and have fallen to a 5-7 record.

Toronto Blue Jays News / Bluejaysnation / April 9
Blue Jays: Austin Voth and Josh Fleming elect free agency after being DFA’d

Blue Jays: Austin Voth and Josh Fleming elect free agency after being DFA’d

The Toronto Blue Jays’ pitching depth took a hit on Thursday afternoon. According to The Athletic’s Mitch Bannon, both Austin Voth and Josh Fleming clear waivers and elected free agency.

Louie Varland News / Yardbarker / April 9
Blue Jays' Louis Varland proving his reliability in the bullpen

Blue Jays' Louis Varland proving his reliability in the bullpen

Setup man Louis Varland has been getting the job done efficiently in the Toronto Blue Jays bullpen this season. 

Blue Jays' Adam Macko deserves a midseason call-up
Why Jesus Sanchez is viable option to bat second in Blue Jays' lineup
Blue Jays manager John Schneider completely crashes out on umpire after getting ejected
Blue Jays' minor league team scored eight runs without a single hit
The 'Most 250-K MLB seasons' quiz
Vladimir Guerrero Jr. News / Athlon Sports / April 9
One Year Ago Today: Vladimir Guerrero Jr. Made Blue Jays History

One Year Ago Today: Vladimir Guerrero Jr. Made Blue Jays History

One year ago today, the Toronto Blue Jays ended months of uncertainty by signing Vladimir Guerrero Jr. to a 14-year, $500 million extension. The deal, announced April 9, 2025, was the largest in Blue Jays history by a wide margin, easily surpassing George Springer’s six-year, $150 million contract.

Dylan Cease News / Toronto Blue Jays on SI / April 9
Dylan Cease Is Off to a Historic Start—Here’s What It Means for the Toronto Blue Jays

Dylan Cease Is Off to a Historic Start—Here’s What It Means for the Toronto Blue Jays

The Toronto Blue Jays might not have gotten the results they had hoped for in their World Series rematch against the Los Angeles Dodgers in the first two games of the series, but it was the franchise's top free agent signing who elevated them to a victory in game three.

Athletics News / Yardbarker
25 MLB players that could be traded during the 2026 season

25 MLB players that could be traded during the 2026 season

The 2026 MLB season is right around the corner, and it is never too early to start thinking about how it might unfold. Seemingly, every year, we have a decent handle on who should contend and who is likely to struggle, which makes looking ahead to the trade deadline inevitable.

Shohei Ohtani News / MLB on ClutchPoints / April 9
Blue Jays bring back Shohei Ohtani complaint from World Series

Blue Jays bring back Shohei Ohtani complaint from World Series

On Wednesday, the Toronto Blue Jays got back into the win column with a narrow home win over the Los Angeles Dodgers in a rematch of last year’s World Series.

Max Scherzer News / Bluejaysnation / April 9
Blue Jays: Max Scherzer’s evolving approach is fueling his longevity in the game

Blue Jays: Max Scherzer’s evolving approach is fueling his longevity in the game

Max Scherzer made his return to the Toronto Blue Jays this past offseason, and many are wondering how he is still doing it after all these years. Scherzer has proven much of baseball wrong, remaining a very effective starter at 41 years old.

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The 'Three blocks-per-game NBA seasons' quiz
 The 'Three blocks-per-game NBA seasons' quiz
The 'Most games played by MLB team' quiz
 The 'Most games played by MLB team' quiz
The 'Most 30-point NBA games at 35+' quiz
 The 'Most 30-point NBA games at 35+' quiz
The 'NBA active two-pointers leaders' quiz
 The 'NBA active two-pointers leaders' quiz
Kevin Gausman News / Just Baseball / April 9
Through Rotation Uncertainty, Kevin Gausman Has Been a Rare Bright Spot

Through Rotation Uncertainty, Kevin Gausman Has Been a Rare Bright Spot

It seems like every day there’s a new pitcher either being placed on the injured list or called up from Triple-A for the Toronto Blue Jays. And while we’re incredibly early on in the season, it’s nice knowing that every time Kevin Gausman takes the ball for the Blue Jays, fans know what they’re going to get.

Toronto Blue Jays News / MLB on ClutchPoints / April 9
Blue Jays’ John Schneider’s stern message to Vladimir Guerrero Jr. on gaffes Toronto can’t afford

Blue Jays’ John Schneider’s stern message to Vladimir Guerrero Jr. on gaffes Toronto can’t afford

The Toronto Blue Jays ended a six-game losing streak by beating the Los Angeles Dodgers on Thursday. Part of the issue from the losing streak has been mistakes that the Jays don’t normally make.

Toronto Blue Jays News / Bluejaysnation / April 9
Blue Jays: How injuries and defensive miscues have played a part in the early 2026 struggles

Blue Jays: How injuries and defensive miscues have played a part in the early 2026 struggles

There is a time for everything under the sun. A time to rejoice, and a time to grieve; a time to win, and a time to lose. Twelve games into this season, is it time for the 2026 Blue Jays to gently press the panic button?

Toronto Blue Jays News / Toronto Blue Jays on SI / April 9
ABS Challenge Data Shows Persistent Growing Pains for Blue Jays

ABS Challenge Data Shows Persistent Growing Pains for Blue Jays

The Toronto Blue Jays finally pulled off a win over the Los Angeles Dodgers on Wednesday by a tight score of 4-3. The Dodgers still clinched the 2-1 series victory, but ending the set on a high note and ending their six-game losing skid certainly offered a boost in confidence for the Blue Jays.

Toronto Blue Jays News / Bluejaysnation / April 8
Davis Schneider’s ‘heads-up’ baserunning puts Blue Jays back on right side of fundamentals

Davis Schneider’s ‘heads-up’ baserunning puts Blue Jays back on right side of fundamentals

TORONTO — Poorly executed fundamentals nearly sent the Blue Jays towards a seventh straight loss in Wednesday’s series finale against the Los Angeles Dodgers — that is, until baserunning fundamentals saved them from being swept for a second consecutive series.

Toronto Blue Jays News / Larry Brown Sports / April 8
Blue Jays’ minor league team scored 8 runs without a single hit

Blue Jays’ minor league team scored 8 runs without a single hit

The Toronto Blue Jays’ Double-A affiliate had one of the wildest innings imaginable during their game on Tuesday. The New Hampshire Fisher Cats scored 10 runs in the second inning on just one hit during Tuesday’s game against the Portland Sea Dogs at Hadlock Field in Portland, Me.

Toronto Blue Jays News / Yardbarker / April 8
Jesus Sanchez is an option to bat second in Blue Jays' lineup

Why Jesus Sanchez is viable option to bat second in Blue Jays' lineup

If there's something positive we can take from the Toronto Blue Jays' poor start this season, it is the acquisition of Jesus Sanchez. 

Eloy Jimenez showcasing offensive flair with Blue Jays' Triple-A affiliate
Injury-battered Blue Jays facing another potential loss
Blue Jays' Adam Macko deserves a midseason call-up
The 'ALCS MVPs' quiz
John Schneider News / Larry Brown Sports / April 7
Blue Jays manager John Schneider completely crashes out on umpire after getting ejected

Blue Jays manager John Schneider completely crashes out on umpire after getting ejected

John Schneider made sure to get more than his money’s worth during Tuesday’s game. The Toronto Blue Jays manager Schneider was ejected Tuesday against the Los Angeles Dodgers for arguing a balk that was called on Toronto pitcher Kevin Gausman.

Cody Ponce News / Trade Talk Sports / April 7
Pitcher Cody Ponce Out 6 Months for Blue Jays

Pitcher Cody Ponce Out 6 Months for Blue Jays

The Toronto Blue Jays have been dealt an early and frustrating blow to their rotation. Right-hander Cody Ponce is expected to miss about six months after undergoing ACL surgery.

Toronto Blue Jays News / Field Level Media / April 7
Blue Jays roster shuffle continues as injuries pile up amid slow start

Blue Jays roster shuffle continues as injuries pile up amid slow start

Toronto Blue Jays right-hander Cody Ponce will undergo surgery for a right anterior cruciate ligament injury and likely will be lost for the remainder of the regular season, manager John Schneider revealed Tuesday.

Toronto Blue Jays News / Yardbarker / April 7
Blue Jays' Adam Macko deserves a midseason call-up

Blue Jays' Adam Macko deserves a midseason call-up

The Blue Jays' bullpen has been struggling early in the season and needs to be addressed. 

Injury-battered Blue Jays facing another potential loss
Eloy Jimenez showcasing offensive flair with Blue Jays' Triple-A affiliate
Max Scherzer comments on his injury after exiting early against the Dodgers
The 'Most 250-K MLB seasons' quiz
Toronto Blue Jays News / MLB Trade Rumors / April 7
Blue Jays Designate Josh Fleming For Assignment

Blue Jays Designate Josh Fleming For Assignment

The Blue Jays announced a series of roster moves today. Left-hander Patrick Corbin and infielder Tyler Fitzgerald have been recalled to the active roster.

Alejandro Kirk News / MLB Trade Rumors / April 6
Alejandro Kirk To Undergo Thumb Surgery

Alejandro Kirk To Undergo Thumb Surgery

Blue Jays catcher Alejandro Kirk will undergo surgery on his broken left thumb, manager John Schneider told reporters (including Rob Longley of The Toronto Sun).

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