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Blue Jays prospect Mason Davenport discusses signing his first pro contract and preparation for 2026

In the history of baseball, there have only been six players (all pitchers) over 6’10 that have appeared in an MLB game. Blue Jays prospect Mason Davenport is looking to become the seventh.

MLB News / Bleed Cubbie Blue / December 23

Cubs position player pitchers: Jon Jay

The Cubs signed Jon Jay as a free agent going into the 2017 season largely because Dexter Fowler had left and they needed a center fielder. Jay had a reputation as a good fielder, though not much of a hitter, and as a good clubhouse guy.

MLB News / MLB on ClutchPoints / November 2

Where Blue Jays’ loss to Dodgers ranks among most heartbreaking World Series defeats ever

The Toronto Blue Jays are not historically one of the powerhouses in MLB. Their two World Series victories came in back-to-back seasons in 1992 and 1993.

Tampa Bay Rays News / Yardbarker Quizzes

The 'A.L. & N.L. batting champs' quiz

How many of the league leaders in batting average since the 2003 season can you name in six minutes?

The 'Youngest 45-HR MLB seasons' quiz

The 'Hits leaders by MLB franchise' quiz

The 'MLB multi-time MVPs' quiz

Athletics News / Yardbarker

The most surprising player from every MLB team for the 2026 season

The 2026 season has been headlined by young players emerging, but some wily veterans have also had their day. As we head toward the end of the regular season, these 30 players stand out as the biggest surprises on their teams.

San Diego Padres News / San Diego Padres on SI / July 27, 2025

Padres' Manny Machado Bashes Cardinals Coach, Ex-Padre Jon Jay in Epic Rant

San Diego Padres third baseman Manny Machado played a significant role in a benches-clearing incident against the St. Louis Cardinals on Saturday, and exchanged words with Cardinals assistant coach and former Padre Jon Jay during the incident.

Los Angeles Angels News / Los Angeles Angels on SI / October 23, 2024

Former Angels Outfielder Joins NL Contender as Coach

The St. Louis Cardinals have hired former Los Angeles Angels outfielder Jon Jay as a coach on the team's major league staff. Jay spent the final season of his playing career with the Angels, and has since begun a career in coaching.

MLB News / Field Level Media / October 22, 2024

Cardinals add Brant Brown, Jon Jay to coaching staff

The St. Louis Cardinals made preliminary additions to their coaching staff Tuesday, naming Brant Brown as hitting coach and bringing aboard Jon Jay to an unspecified role.

St. Louis Cardinals News / St. Louis Cardinals on SI / October 22, 2024

Cardinals Reportedly 'Expected To Make' More Personnel Changes Amid Latest Moves

The St. Louis Cardinals have a busy offseason ahead that can't begin until free agency opens up, which officially takes place five days after a new World Series champion is crowned.

St. Louis Cardinals News / Fastball on SI / October 22, 2024

Former St. Louis Cardinals World Series Champion Returns to Team in Coaching Capacity

Former St. Louis Cardinals outfielder Jon Jay will be back with the organization in 2025, as he's accepted a coaching role with the team. He had previously been with the Miami Marlins for the last two years, but was recently let go in their massive organizational overhaul.

Los Angeles Angels News / Los Angeles Angels on SI / January 19, 2024

Which Veteran Teammate Helped Angels' Jo Adell Take His Defense ‘To The Next Level’?

Jon Jay's baseball career was long and winding. Even Angels fans would be forgiven for overlooking the five games Jay played with the 2021 team before retiring later that year in Triple-A.

Los Angeles Angels News / Yardbarker / April 27, 2022