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Former Blue Jays who are free agents this offseason: Part 1

The offseason is off to a slow start as December starts to come into focus, which isn’t a new phenomenon by any means. Only a handful of notable players are off the board – Josh Naylor to Seattle, Raisel Iglesias to Atlanta – and the market is still waiting for some of the bigger names to find a new home this winter.

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Toronto Blue Jays 2025-2026 Offseason Wishlist

Many of the Toronto Blue Jays‘ wishes came true this season – they made the World Series, won the American League East, had one of the league’s best offenses, and had one of the most memorable seasons in franchise history.

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Blue Jays 2025 free agent target: Zac Gallen

Could the Toronto Blue Jays hand out a show-me contract to a former Arizona Diamondback again? Before the 2020 trade deadline, the Jays traded Travis Bergen to the Diamondbacks for Robbie Ray.

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One Surprise Player Sneakily Inside Top-Five Blue Jays bWAR Leaders

The Toronto Blue Jays had quite a Cinderella (almost) story of a season. The ballclub took home their first division title in a decade and then went onto their first Fall Classic in over 30 years which ended in heartbreak, but with management securing nearly the same roster for 2026 they are looking for redemption.

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Toronto Blue Jays News / Bluejaysnation / November 23

Blue Jays: 3 outfielders who could be traded this winter

As the offseason kicks into gear, so will rumours circulating about free agency and trade candidates. For the Blue Jays, in terms of the trade aspect, one area sticks out like a sore thumb: their glut of outfielders on the 40-man roster.

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25 notable MLB Hall of Famers who never won a World Series

Among the countless Hall of Famers who never experienced the joy of winning a World Series, there are several notable legends who stand out. Here's our list of the 25 greatest.

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Blue Jays prospect Austin Smith discusses the MLB Draft and two-way player plans for 2026

Baseball runs in Blue Jays prospect Austin Smith’s family. His father, Brian, was drafted by the Seattle Mariners in 1995 and played five seasons of pro baseball, spending two years in the Mariners minor league system before playing three years of independent ball.

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Blue Jays Alejandro Kirk Quietly Had One of Best Seasons of His Career

The Toronto Blue Jays have a a few key players on their roster who have been with the club their entire professional careers one of which is their catcher Alejandro Kirk.

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3 relievers the Toronto Blue Jays should avoid this offseason

Baseball’s winter meetings are two weeks away, slated to begin in Orlando from December 7th to 10th. The flurry of transactions will soon be upon us. However,

Toronto Blue Jays News / Bluejaysnation / November 23

4 recent free agents the Blue Jays should consider as depth options for the 2026 roster

The non-tender deadline has come and gone, and the free agent class of the 2025/2026 offseason just got a bit deeper. Some established names, such as Jonah Heim (Texas Rangers), Adolis Garcia (Rangers), and Mark Leiter Jr.

Devin Williams News / Bluejaysnation / November 23

Blue Jays 2025 free agent target: Devin Williams

Devin Williams is the best bounce-back reliever candidate available in free agency. The Toronto Blue Jays should have some interest in the 31-year-old right-handed pitcher.

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The 25 greatest pitching seasons from the modern MLB era

America's favorite pastime has more memorable performances than any sport. As such, figuring out which pitchers had the best seasons ever is no easy task.

Ranger Suarez News / Bluejaysnation / November 23

Blue Jays: Why Ranger Suarez should not be the top offseason rotation target

The Toronto Blue Jays should think twice about offering Ranger Suárez a big contract in their hunt for a frontline starting pitcher this offseason. What Suárez does well is run prevention.

Bo Bichette News / Bluejaysnation / November 23

Why the Blue Jays should pursue Kyle Tucker even if it means Bo Bichette walks

The Blue Jays have some big decisions to make this offseason that could directly impact their likelihood of repeating as AL East champions next season.

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Blue Jays Ernie Clement, Joe Carter Call Each Other’s Shots at MLB Golf Event

The Toronto Blue Jays are still smarting a bit from losing the World Series in seven games to the Los Angeles Dodgers. But the offseason rolled on in Las Vegas last weekend.

Chris Bassitt News / Bluejaysnation / November 22

Examining Chris Bassitt’s role with the Blue Jays if he returns

The Toronto Blue Jays have a handful of free agents who have yet to sign. Bo Bichette is the best of the bunch, but the Blue Jays’ rotation is also full of question marks.

Toronto Blue Jays News / Bluejaysnation / November 22

Blue Jays: Looking at if adding to the bullpen or rotation is more important

The Toronto Blue Jays are going to have a busy off-season. Not even a month into the off-season, they’ve been linked to position players (such as Kyle Tucker), relievers (such as Edwin Díaz), and starting pitchers.

Nathan Lukes News / Bluebird Banter / November 22

Season That Was: Nathan Lukes

2025 was Nathan Lukes first full season in the majors at age 30. He played 22 games for the Jays last year and 29 in 2023. He certainly put in the time in the minors.

Hunter Harvey News / Bluejaysnation / November 22

Blue Jays 2025 free agent target: Hunter Harvey

With the Blue Jays outrighting Nick Sandlin last week, another roster spot has opened for the team to add an arm to the bullpen. If Seranthony Domínguez also departs in free agency, that would free up yet another spot for a mid-relief option.

Toronto Blue Jays News / Bluejaysnation / November 22

Blue Jays sign Carlos Mendoza to minor-league deal

The Toronto Blue Jays have made a signing. While it’s not Kyle Tucker or any other of the top free agents available in the 2025/26 class, the Jays signed some minor league depth, agreeing to a minor-league deal with former Detroit Tiger farmhand Carlos Mendoza.

Toronto Blue Jays News / Bluejaysnation / November 22

Blue Jays 2025 free agent target: Justin Verlander

If 2025 taught us anything, it’s that you should never underestimate the guile of a wily veteran. Although Max Scherzer’s tenure with the Blue Jays got off to a rocky start, he pitched some key games for the Blue Jays in the regular season and delivered in the postseason when the team needed him most.

Toronto Blue Jays News / Bluejaysnation / November 22

Blue Jays offseason: Kyle Tucker needs to be at the top of the priority list

The Toronto Blue Jays are considered the “favourites” in the Kyle Tucker sweepstakes, despite the rumbling noise of various other clubs. Toronto is an attractive landing spot for the outfielder, and the Jays are one club that could really use the free agent on their roster.

Toronto Blue Jays News / Bluejaysnation / November 22

Exclusive: Canadian Blue Jays prospect Owen Gregg on preparing for his pro debut

The Blue Jays‘ 2024 draft class could end up being one of the team’s best in recent memory, especially after Trey Yesavage’s meteoric rise this past season.