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Looking at past Blue Jays’ off-seasons to determine their timeline this off-season

The baseball off-season is notoriously slow. After Nov. 21’s trade deadline came and went, the next notable event this off-season is the Winter Meetings, which start on Dec.

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Blue Jays: 4 key series to watch in the 2026 schedule

Coming off a strong 2025 season, the upcoming campaign will be crucial for the Blue Jays to solidify themselves as a robust contender and a strong competitor in the AL East.

Toronto Blue Jays News / Toronto Blue Jays on SI / November 24

MLB Insider Bob Nightengale Predicts Massive Offseason for Blue Jays

After losing Game 7 of their first World Series appearance since 1993 in devastating fashion, heartbroken Toronto Blue Jays fans are desperate for good news to help soothe their pain this winter while they wait for the 2026 season to begin.

Cody Bellinger News / Bluejaysnation / November 24

Report: Blue Jays among several clubs interested in Cody Bellinger

Following a strong bounce-back performance with the New York Yankees in 2025, free-agent outfielder Cody Bellinger figures to land a lucrative contract this off-season and is already reportedly drawing interest from several potential suitors, including the Toronto Blue Jays.

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How many of the players to reach the 50-home run milestone in one MLB season can you name in five minutes?

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Toronto Blue Jays News / Bluejaysnation / November 24

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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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.

Toronto Blue Jays News / Just Baseball / November 24

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.

John Schneider News / Toronto Blue Jays on SI / November 24

Reviewing Blue Jays Boss John Schneider's Incredible Managerial Job in 2025

When the offseason comes around for any sport every single aspect that went into the year prior is fully under review: the good, the bad and the ugly. Plenty of things went right for the Toronto Blue Jays in 2025 which is why the ballclub made it all the way into the World Series.

Zac Gallen News / Bluejaysnation / November 23

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.

Toronto Blue Jays News / Toronto Blue Jays on SI / November 23

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.

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.

Cade Austin News / Bluejaysnation / November 23

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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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.

Alejandro Kirk News / Toronto Blue Jays on SI / November 23

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.

Toronto Blue Jays News / Bluejaysnation / November 23

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,

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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.

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.

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.

Toronto Blue Jays News / Toronto Blue Jays on SI / November 22

Which 3 Trade Targets Make the Most Sense for the Blue Jays?

The Toronto Blue Jays have had their name involved with several free agents this offseason. Rumors have placed Toronto as a suitor for Kyle Tucker, Edwin Diaz, and Tatsuya Imai.

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.

MLB News / Larry Brown Sports / November 22