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Blue Jays' Max Scherzer Deal Tightens Up AL East Rotation Power Rankings

Max Scherzer's reported return to the Toronto Blue Jays isn't just a fun story. It's another salvo in the all-winter battle to build the best roster in the American League East.

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Blue Jays re-sign Max Scherzer to one-year deal

Max Scherzer is back. On Wednesday evening, New York Post’s Jon Heyman reported that the Toronto Blue Jays have re-signed Scherzer to a deal worth $3 million with incentives that can earn him another $10 million..

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The 'Cy Young winners of the 2000s' quiz

How many Cy Young winners from both leagues since the 2000 season can you name in five minutes?

The 'AL & NL strikeout leaders since 2000' quiz

The 'Live-Ball Era strikeout leaders' quiz

The 'Home run leaders by MLB team' quiz

MLB News / Total Pro Sports / February 26

MLB News: Blue Jays Sign Max Scherzer, Yankees Add Randal Grichuk & More

The MLB offseason is underway, and sluggers and pitchers are flexing their gloves. With the regular season not too far away, several teams are still making trade deals.

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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.

Max Scherzer News / MLB Trade Rumors / February 26

Blue Jays to re-sign Max Scherzer

The Blue Jays are reportedly bringing Max Scherzer back.

CC Sabathia to take his place among Yankees immortals

Yankees not done adding to roster?

Scott Boras shares his candid view on Yankees, Mets ownership

Potential Konnor Griffin extension could get him on Pirates roster faster

Darryl Strawberry clarifies controversial comments about Pete Alonso leaving Mets

Umpire Laz Diaz gets booed over his stunt during spring training

Mark Shapiro News / BoxingNews.com / February 26

Will The UFC White House Event Make Money?

According to TKO President Mark Shapiro, the UFC’s upcoming White House card on June 14 will not make a profit. Shapiro revealed that the expenses for the fight—commemorating the US 250th anniversary of the Declaration of Independance—have surged to approximately $60 million.

RJ Schreck News / Bluejaysnation / February 25

Blue Jays Nation’s 2026 Pre-Season Prospect Countdown – No. 9: RJ Schreck

The first position player prospect that the Toronto Blue Jays may turn to if they need reinforcements is RJ Schreck. This is Blue Jays Nation’s bi-annual prospect ranking, where we’ll look at the top 35 prospects in the system in the month of February.

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25 MLB players who have the most to prove in 2026

The new MLB season brings opportunities as players head into their walk years and try to rebound from subpar performances. These 25 players stand out heading into 2026.

Should Red Sox trade for former All-Star infielder?

Mariners getting needed bat in All-Star Brendon Donovan via three-team deal with Cardinals, Rays

Giants CEO calls Dodgers a 'dragon to slay'

Yankees' latest endeavor points to a Jasson Dominguez mistake waiting to happen

Top of Phillies' rotation is elite, but also comes with questions

Toronto Blue Jays News / Toronto Blue Jays on SI / February 25

What We're Actually Learning From Blue Jays Pitchers and Catchers

Spring training is well underway in Dunedin, and for the first time in recent memory, the pitching staff is the most exciting thing about this Toronto Blue Jays team.

Toronto Blue Jays News / Bluejaysnation / February 25

Blue Jays: How Eloy Jiménez differs from the 2022 Greg Bird Spring Training audition

Remember Greg Bird? I wouldn’t blame you if you didn’t, his tenure as a Toronto Blue Jay was brief. Signing a minor-league contract with the team ahead of the 2022 season, he slashed .261/.393/.565 with two home runs in 28 plate appearances for a 143 wRC+.

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The 'Cy Young winners of the 2000s' quiz

The 'Last 1K-rushing-yard season by team' quiz

The 'Most NHL goals by an American' quiz

The 'Last 40-homer season by MLB team' quiz

Toronto Blue Jays News / Bluejaysnation / February 25

Blue Jays Nation’s 2026 Pre-Season Prospect Countdown – No. 10: Yohendrick Piñango

The Toronto Blue Jays aced the 2024 trade deadline, acquiring two prospects in their top 10 list, including Yohendrick Piñango. This is Blue Jays Nation’s bi-annual prospect ranking, where we’ll look at the top 35 prospects in the system in the month of February.

Toronto Blue Jays News / Bluejaysnation / February 25

Instant Reaction: Ernie Clement finishes a home run shy of cycle in Blue Jays’ tie with Tigers

The Toronto Blue Jays snapped their losing streak, but their winless streak continues. On Wednesday afternoon, the Blue Jays headed east to face the Detroit Tigers in Lakeland, Florida, tying the game 4-4.

Toronto Blue Jays News / Bluebird Banter / February 25

Question Time: The Outfield

The Jays have a logjam in their outfield this season. Daulton Varsho is locked into centre, and George Springer looks to mostly man DH, but after that things are up in the air.

Toronto Blue Jays News / Just Baseball / February 25

The Blue Jays’ Next Backup Catcher Is Nearing MLB-Ready

While the starting catching role is locked up, Brandon Valenzuela has the opportunity this spring to fight for the backup position. And as a Mexican catcher, he’s got a pretty strong guide in front of him.

Toronto Blue Jays News / Toronto Blue Jays on SI / February 25

Blue Jays Infielder Left Out of Top 10 in Latest MLB Shortstop Rankings

The Toronto Blue Jays made some significant moves during their offseason in preparation for their upcoming campaign. On the other side of the coin, they also lost a major piece to their puzzle, shortstop Bo Bichette, who is now playing for the New York Mets.

Toronto Blue Jays News / Bluejaysnation / February 25