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Blue Jays Gameday (May 21): Toronto seeks series split with Yankees

The Toronto Blue Jays have the chance to have a finish the road trip with a winning record. After taking two of three from the Detroit Tigers over the weekend, the Blue Jays lost the first two games in their four-game set against the New York Yankees.

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The Toronto Blue Jays need Yimi García back from the injured list

The injury bug that has bitten the Toronto Blue Jays all season long has turned its attention to the bullpen. Tommy Nance and Joe Mantiply both recently landed on the injured list with forearm discomfort and knee inflammation, respectively.

Toronto Blue Jays News / Bluejaysnation / May 21

First Blue Jays postseason grand slam baseball is up for auction

A piece of Toronto Blue Jays history could be yours if you’re willing to fork over enough cash. Per the Goldin Auctions website, the grand slam ball hit by Blue Jays first baseman Vladimir Guerrero Jr.

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The 'ERA leaders since 2003' quiz

How many ERA leaders from both leagues since the 2003 season can you name in five minutes?

Adam Macko News / Toronto Blue Jays on SI / May 21

Blue Jays Pitcher Adam Macko’s Journey to Making MLB History

Well, parents, maybe all that time your kids spend on screens isn't so bad. Take the case of Blue Jays rookie left-hander Adam Macko. He learned to pitch by watching YouTube videos, learned English by watching baseball movies, and was inspired by a video game to emulate a fellow left-hander.

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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.

Trey Yesavage News / Bluejaysnation / May 21

Trey Yesavage looks dominant again following return from injured list

Trey Yesavage was thrust into the limelight at one of the quickest paces Toronto Blue Jays fans have ever seen. Aside from John Olerud making the jump to Toronto straight from Washington State, Yesavage is one of the quickest risers fans have seen in the farm system in quite some time.

Toronto Blue Jays News / Athlon Sports / May 21

Blue Jays Predicted to Address Offensive Struggles by Acquiring $116 Million Slugger

The Toronto Blue Jays are struggling to find the same offensive production that helped them reach the World Series last season. 49 games into 2026, they

Eric Lauer News / Bluejaysnation / May 21

Former Blue Jays left-hander Eric Lauer addresses opener comments with Dodgers media

The Toronto Blue Jays have made plenty of roster moves this season, given the carousel of injuries that have hampered the big league roster. One of the

Toronto Blue Jays News / Just Baseball / May 21

Role Changes Have Brought Positive Results for the Blue Jays

Not far removed from making it to their first World Series in decades, the Toronto Blue Jays have stumbled out of the gates to open the new campaign. The injuries are piling up at a rapid pace, last year’s standouts are having trouble replicating that success, and the longball has disappeared from the Blue Jays’ game.

Toronto Blue Jays News / Bluejaysnation / May 21

Blue Jays: Nolan Perry strikes out 10 over five scoreless innings

Nolan Perry is quickly becoming one of the best pitching prospects in the Toronto Blue Jays organization. On Wednesday evening, the 22-year-old right-handed pitcher made his third start with the High-A Vancouver Canadians.

Nathan Lukes News / Bluejaysnation / May 21

Blue Jays roster news: Nathan Lukes begins rehab assignment, setting up tough roster decision in Toronto

On Wednesday night, Toronto Blue Jays outfielder Nathan Lukes started his rehab assignment as he works his way back from a strained left hamstring. Lukes joined the Single-A Dunedin Blue Jays, occupying the designated hitter spot and batting second in his return to game action.

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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.

John Schneider News / Total Pro Sports / May 21

Blue Jays Injury Update: John Schneider Shares Important Update On Pitching Duo

The Toronto Blue Jays made numerous additions to the starting pitching department during the offseason. Meanwhile, Shane Bieber and Max Scherzer chose to remain with the team for the 2026 campaign.

Trey Yesavage News / Bluejaysnation / May 21

Blue Jays defeat Yankees as Trey Yesavage dazzles in the Bronx

Wednesday night at Yankee Stadium was the kind of baseball game that earns its place in the back of your mind for a while. It had it all: A two-hour rain

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Blue Jays Manager Calls Out Team's Lack of Power Hitting

On Tuesday night, the Toronto Blue Jays dropped a 5-4 decision to the New York Yankees at Yankee Stadium, losing by a single run for the second night in a row.

MLB News / Total Pro Sports / May 21

Blue Jays vs. Yankees Game 3: Preview & Starting Pitchers – May 21

Blue Jays vs. Yankees: The Toronto Blue Jays conclude their road trip with the finale of the four-game set against the New York Yankees on Thursday evening.

Trey Yesavage News / Bluebird Banter / May 21

Great Start From Trey Yesavage, Jays Win

Blue Jays 2 Yankees 0 The game was delayed two hours because of rain in New York. That was a nerve-racking game. No one scored until the Jays got two in the top of the seventh.

MLB News / Field Level Media / May 21

Trey Yesavage outpitches Cam Schlittler as Blue Jays edge Yankees

Trey Yesavage pitched six stellar innings of two-hit ball to outduel Cam Schlittler and the visiting Toronto Blue Jays scratched across two runs in the seventh for a 2-1 victory over the New York Yankees Wednesday night.

Jesus Sanchez News / Athlon Sports / May 21

Jesus Sanchez Injury Update: Blue Jays Make Announcement After Yankees Game

The Toronto Blue Jays took down the New York Yankees, 2-1, on Wednesday to get back into the series against their American League East rivals after losing the first two games.

Toronto Blue Jays News / The Forkball / May 21

José Berríos Undergoes Tommy John Surgery

The Toronto Blue Jays suffered another major setback to their pitching staff after veteran starter José Berríos underwent Tommy John surgery on his right elbow, a procedure expected to sideline him through all of 2026 and likely into the 2027 season.

Toronto Blue Jays News / Field Level Media / May 20

Blue Jays RHP Jose Berrios undergoes Tommy John surgery

Toronto Blue Jays right-hander Jose Berrios will miss at least another year of action after undergoing Tommy John surgery on Wednesday. Dr. Keith Meister performed the procedure in Texas, beginning with the hope that only a minor removal of "loose bodies" in the elbow would be required.

Toronto Blue Jays News / MLB on ClutchPoints / May 20

Blue Jays pitchers Shane Bieber, Max Scherzer get crucial injury updates on Wednesday

The Toronto Blue Jays finally received encouraging news Wednesday regarding two of the organization’s biggest pitching names. Manager John Schneider provided meaningful updates on Shane Bieber and Max Scherzer, offering renewed optimism that Toronto’s injury-riddled rotation could soon receive much-needed reinforcements.

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

Blue Jays Get Devastating News on José Berríos' Elbow Surgery

The injury bug has been vicious to the Toronto Blue Jays this season, which partially explains the 21-27 record for the reigning American League champions.

Toronto Blue Jays News / Athlon Sports / May 20

Blue Jays Starter Undergoes Tommy John Surgery

It has been a long and winding road for Toronto Blue Jays starting pitcher Jose Berrios and his elbow injury this season. Berrios made it as far as Triple-A on a rehab assignment, but was shutdown in the process as he attempted to make it back to the big-league club.

Toronto Blue Jays News / MLB Trade Rumors / May 20

José Berríos Undergoes Tommy John Surgery

Blue Jays right-hander José Berríos has had a full Tommy John surgery, per manager John Schneider, as relayed by Hazel Mae of Sportsnet. He will miss the entire 2026 season and a good chunk of 2027 as well.

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

Blue Jays RHP Jose Berrios to have surgery for elbow fracture

Merrill Kelly goes distance for MLB rarity in Diamondbacks' win

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