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Andres Gimenez is quietly swinging a hot bat for the Blue Jays

The Toronto Blue Jays don’t have a lot to celebrate right now. The club continues to slip under .500 baseball and is one loss away from being swept at home by the Texas Rangers. Things just haven’t been trending in the right direction for the Jays, who swept the Boston Red Sox just a couple of weeks ago.

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Blue Jays Announce Trade Immediately After 5th Straight Loss

The Toronto Blue Jays’ difficult homestand continued Saturday with a 7-4 loss to the Texas Rangers at Rogers Centre. It was Toronto’s fifth straight defeat overall and its third consecutive loss to Texas, dropping the club to 39-44 on the season.

MLB News / Bluejaysnation / June 27

Instant Reaction: Blue Jays fall 7-4 to Rangers after allowing another first inning run

The wheels have almost completely fallen off for the Toronto Blue Jays. On Saturday afternoon, the Jays played the third of four against the Texas Rangers, dropping a 7-4 decision to extend their losing streak to five and bringing their record to 39-44.

Sean Keys News / Bluejaysnation / June 27

Watch: Blue Jays prospect Sean Keys notches first career hit

In just his third big league plate appearance, Sean Keys has his first career hit. Keys joined the Toronto Blue Jays on Friday, and was officially called up just hours before their game against the Texas Rangers.

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The 'MLB playoff HR leaders' quiz

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25 MLB players most likely to be traded by the deadline

The MLB Trade Deadline has been quieter in recent years, in part due to playoff expansion, but 2026 is shaping up to be a more exciting one with several big names.

George Springer News / Athlon Sports / June 27

Blue Jays Make George Springer Announcement Before Rangers Game

The Toronto Blue Jays will be without designated hitter George Springer on Saturday as they take on the Texas Rangers, with the highly anticipated prospect Sean Keys set to make his major league debut.

Toronto Blue Jays News / Field Level Media / June 27

Jays place OF Jesus Sanchez on IL, recal INF Sean Keys

The Toronto Blue Jays placed outfielder Jesus Sanchez on the 10-day injured list Saturday with a right ankle sprain. The team also called up infield prospect Sean Keys and outfielder Yohendrick Pinango from Triple-A Buffalo and optioned outfielder Davis Schneider to Buffalo.

Toronto Blue Jays News / Bluejaysnation / June 27

Blue Jays: Giacomo Taschin shines in second Single-A start

Giacomo Taschin is quickly making a name for himself in the Toronto Blue Jays organization. The 19-year-old Italian made his second start at the Single-A, and it’s his best start yet.

Toronto Blue Jays News / Athlon Sports / June 27

Blue Jays Lose Outfielder to Injured List

The Toronto Blue Jays made a flurry of roster moves on Saturday before their game against the Texas Rangers. Most notably, the Blue Jays placed Jesus Sanchez on the 10-day injured list with a right ankle sprain.

Dylan Cease News / Bluejaysnation / June 27

June 27 Gameday: Blue Jays turn to Dylan Cease looking to snap four-game slide

The Toronto Blue Jays suddenly find themselves on a four-game losing streak. After dropping the final two games of their series against the Houston Astros,

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25 MLB players who could be first-time All-Stars in 2026

Being named to the Midsummer Classic is one of the biggest honors for MLB players. These 25 players have a chance to make their first All-Star appearance in 2026 based on their first-half performances.

Toronto Blue Jays News / MLB Trade Rumors / June 27

Blue Jays Place Jesús Sánchez On IL

The Blue Jays have placed outfielder Jesús Sánchez on the 10-day injured list with a right ankle sprain, Hazel Mae of Sportsnet reports. To take his roster spot, Toronto recalled outfielder Yohendrick Piñango from Triple-A Buffalo.

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MLB News / Just Baseball / June 27

Maybe the Varsho-Moreno Trade Doesn’t Have Just One Winner After All

In recent years, MLB has seen many trades that have been very one-sided and exclusively beneficial to only one of the teams involved. The Toronto Blue Jays have found themselves on the right side of many trades over the last few seasons, and there are very few that their front office has missed on.

Kevin Gausman News / MLB on ClutchPoints / June 27

Blue Jays rumors: Kevin Gausman suddenly emerges as trade candidate

The Toronto Blue Jays had such high expectations entering the 2026 Major League Baseball season. Toronto had just made the World Series in 2025, and nearly defeated the Los Angeles Dodgers in the Fall Classic.

Toronto Blue Jays News / MLB on ClutchPoints / June 27

Albert Pujols breaks down Blue Jays star Vladimir Guerrero Jr.’s recent issues

The Toronto Blue Jays need more from Vladimir Guerrero Jr., and Albert Pujols believes the answer starts with his swing setup. In a recent MLB Network appearance, Pujols broke down the timing issue hurting Guerrero Jr .as Toronto tries to climb back into the AL East race.

Toronto Blue Jays News / Bluejaysnation / June 27

BJN Draft Profiles: Logan Reddemann is a polished strike-throwing starter with good stuff

The 2026 Major League Baseball draft is just around the corner. After picking eighth overall in the 2025 draft, the Toronto Blue Jays’ first selection on July 11th will be the 39th overall pick.

MLB News / Bluejaysnation / June 27

Instant Reaction: Blue Jays late rally falls short again in 5-4 loss to Rangers

The Toronto Blue Jays keep digging themselves in holes that they just can’t climb out of. On Friday, the Blue Jays played the second of four against the Texas Rangers, falling 5-4 to the American League West team.

Sean Keys News / Toronto Blue Jays on SI / June 27

This Slugger May Be Blue Jays’ Next Call as Sean Keys Prepares for MLB Debut

The Toronto Blue Jays made waves on Friday when several beat reporters posted the franchise was preparing to call up hot slugging prospect Sean Keys to the Major League roster.

Dylan Cease News / Field Level Media / June 27

Blue Jays RHP Dylan Cease tasked with slowing fast-starting Rangers

The Toronto Blue Jays aim to flip the script Saturday afternoon after two similar losses to the visiting Texas Rangers. The Blue Jays fell behind 5-0 on Friday night before coming close with a four-run eighth inning against the bullpen in a 5-4 loss after Rangers starter Nathan Eovaldi struck out nine in seven scoreless innings.

Kazuma Okamoto News / Yardbarker / June 27

Kazuma Okamoto continues to carry the load for Blue Jays offense

Kazuma Okamoto has been a bright spot for the Blue Jays despite their tough losses.

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Simeon Woods Richardson News / MLB Trade Rumors / June 26

Blue Jays Designate Simeon Woods Richardson For Assignment

The Blue Jays announced that they have recalled left-hander Adam Macko. Righty Simeon Woods Richardson has been designated for assignment as a corresponding move.

Sean Keys News / Yardbarker / June 26

Blue Jays call-up power-hitting prospect Sean Keys

The time has come for highly-touted power-hitting prospect Sean Keys to join the big leagues.

Blue Jays recall left-handed reliever Adam Macko

Rangers build 6-run lead, hang on to edge Blue Jays

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Toronto Blue Jays News / Yardbarker / June 26

Blue Jays recall left-handed reliever Adam Macko

The Toronto Blue Jays have recalled left-handed reliever Adam Macko and will be active for Friday's game against the Texas Rangers. The 25-year-old has logged a 2-0 record and a 1.50 ERA with 12 strikeouts and a 1.08 WHIP. As the first Canadian Slovakian-born player to pitch in the big leagues, Macko provides the Blue Jays with left-handed depth.

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John Schneider News / Trade Talk Sports / June 25

Blue Jays’ John Schneider Named AL All-Star Manager

The Toronto Blue Jays’ 2026 season has been a frustrating ride full of ups and downs, but Thursday afternoon brought some positivity. It was revealed by MLB that John Schneider and the rest of his staff had earned the honor of managing the American League All-Star team.