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Blue Jays: Spencer Miles has earned the opportunity to be the fifth starter

The Toronto Blue Jays may have a player in Spencer Miles. After winning the American League pennant and coming within inches of winning the World Series, the Blue Jays made a surprising move, selecting Spencer Miles from the San Francisco Giants in the 2025 Rule 5 draft.

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MLB Rumors: Toronto Blue Jays Emerge As Early Favorite For All-Star Second Baseman

Luis Arraez is arguably the best contact hitter in the MLB, but he remained unsigned in the free agent market for a long period of the offseason. The San Francisco Giants eventually picked up the three-time batting champion on a short-term deal.

Spencer Miles News / Bluejaysnation / May 22

Instant Reaction: Blue Jays ride Spencer Miles to series split with New York Yankees

The Toronto Blue Jays are starting to find success on their bullpen days. After winning last Saturday in Detroit with six relievers, the Blue Jays claimed the series finale in New York 2-0, using five relievers to ensure a series split in the Bronx, and return home after a 4-3 road trip.

Toronto Blue Jays News / New Baseball Media / May 22

2026 MLB Daily Recap: Guards Sweep Tigers, Blue Jays Split Series

Thanks to two Blue Jays outfielders, Toronto was able to split its four-game set with the Yankees. It was a nice rebound for the reigning American League champions.

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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?

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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.

MLB News / Field Level Media / May 21

Blue Jays shutout rival Yankees to even up series

Rookie Spencer Miles pitched a career-high 4 1/3 innings in his role as a bulk reliever and helped the Toronto Blue Jays earn a 2-0 victory over the host New York Yankees on Thursday night.

Spencer Miles News / MLB on ClutchPoints / May 21

Rule 5 pitcher delivering unexpected boost for Blue Jays

Spencer Miles is turning out to be the gift that keeps on giving for the Toronto Blue Jays. Selected by the Blue Jays via the Rule 5 draft, Miles continues to impress for Toronto, which got another sterling performance from him during Thursday’s series finale against the New York Yankees at Yankee Stadium in Bronx, New York.

Toronto Blue Jays News / Yardbarker / May 21

Jeff Hoffman showing signs he could regain closer role for Blue Jays

The Toronto Blue Jays have been waiting for Jeff Hoffman to return to form. His performance Thursday night may be a sign of hope.

Blue Jays shut out rival Yankees to even series

Blue Jays RHP Jose Berrios undergoes Tommy John surgery

Yankees sleepwalk to shutout at against Blue Jays’ bullpen, settle for series split

The 'World Series single-game K leaders' quiz

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

Why Blue Jays Fans Should Watch Progress of Top 30 Infield Prospect

The Toronto Blue Jays want to get back to the playoffs, but a myriad of injuries is holding them down as they enter the weekend. Toronto was in a similar position last year at this time — minus the injuries.

Shane Bieber News / Bluejaysnation / May 21

Blue Jays: Why a healthy Shane Bieber would be a massive boost to the rotation

The Toronto Blue Jays are in the midst of an injury-riddled and disappointing season. As bad as the injury woes have been and with all of the valuable players on the shelf, it’s hard to think of someone the team would be happier to welcome back into the fold than starting pitcher Shane Bieber.

Toronto Blue Jays News / Bluejaysnation / May 21

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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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.

Toronto Blue Jays News / Bluejaysnation / May 21

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 / Toronto Blue Jays on SI / May 21

Questions Arise in the Aftermath of José Berríos' Tommy John Surgery Announcement

The latest discouraging injury list update for the Toronto Blue Jays landed on Wednesday, when the club announced that José Berríos was set to undergo Tommy John surgery and be forced to miss the next 12-14 months as he recovers.

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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.

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.

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.

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.

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 / 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.

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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