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Alek Manoah’s return will help the Blue Jays tremendously if he can find his 2022 form

For the first time all season, the Toronto Blue Jays have a consistent starting rotation of five. The Jays’ rotation had three pillars coming into the season: Chris Bassitt, Jose Berrios, and Kevin Gausman.

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Blue Jays prospect Trey Yesavage named to 2025 All-Star Futures Game

Trey Yesavage is headed to the 2025 All-Star Futures Game. The Toronto Blue Jays’ top pitching prospect will represent the franchise in Atlanta during this year’s prospect showcase game, which will be held at Truist Park on July 12.

Addison Barger News / Bluebird Banter / June 30

Blue Jays mid-term report card: Addison Barger

Addison Barger was a sixth-round pick in the 2018 draft (he dropped that far because he was committed to the University of Florida). He didn’t impress with the bat until 2022, but then he hit .308/.378/.555 with 26 home runs in 124 games, mainly with the Dunedin Blue Jays.

Toronto Blue Jays News / Bluejaysnation / June 30

With the eighth overall pick, the Blue Jays could select… Seth Hernandez?

The last time the Toronto Blue Jays selected a high school pitcher was back in 2022. That year, they selected left-handed pitcher Brandon Barriera 23rd overall.

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The 'Most 200-hit MLB seasons' quiz

How many of the 39 MLB players with at least four 200-hit seasons in their career can you name in six minutes?

The 'Non-US born MLB players with 200+ career home runs' quiz

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The 'MLB Comeback Player of the Year award winners' quiz

Toronto Blue Jays News / Bluebird Banter / June 30

Blue Jays Birthdays: Tony Fernandez

Tony Fernandez, the best shortstop to play for the Blue Jays, would have turned 63 today. Tony is our franchise leader in games played (1450) and hits (1583), among other things.

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Who should be the starting MLB All-Stars at every position?

The starting lineups for the 2025 MLB All-Star Game are set to be revealed on July 6. While the fans have their say for the starting lineups, the most deserving All-Star starters could be very different than the actual starters.

Toronto Blue Jays News / Bluejaysnation / June 30

Blue Jays Minor League Report: Juan Sanchez hit two home runs over the weekend

Juan Sanchez, one of the Toronto Blue Jays’ top international free agent signings in 2025, had a good weekend. This is the June 27 – June 29 edition of the Minor League Report, where we look at how the last three days have gone for each of the Blue Jays’ affiliates.

Toronto Blue Jays News / Bluejaysnation / June 30

Putting together a draft plan for the Toronto Blue Jays' first-round selection

The Toronto Blue Jays will select eighth overall at the 2025 MLB Draft, their highest selection since drafting Austin Martin in the fifth spot of the condensed format in 2020.

Toronto Blue Jays News / Bluejaysnation / June 30

Series Recap: Blue Jays win season series against Red Sox

Make it eight series wins in their last ten for the Toronto Blue Jays. Dating back to the end of May, the Blue Jays have won series against the Texas Rangers, Athletics, Philadelphia Phillies, Minnesota Twins, St.

Kendry Rojas News / Bluejaysnation / June 30

Blue Jays: Kendry Rojas is ready for the New Hamsphire Fisher Cats

Minor league pitching development has been the biggest focal point for the Toronto Blue Jays organization so far in 2025. It’s been the scene for a multitude of breakouts and feel-good stories, starting with the 2024 draft class featuring the likes of Trey Yesavage, Khal Stephen, Johnny King, and Carson Messina.

MLB News / Bluebird Banter / June 30

One Stat Mid-Season Check-In

Part 1: The Infield Shortly after the quarter-point in the season, I picked one stat for each Blue Jay that I though was reflective of their season to date.

Max Scherzer News / Field Level Media / June 30

Pursuing first-place Yankees, Jays turn to Max Scherzer

Three-time Cy Young Award winner Max Scherzer aims to take another step forward Monday night and help the host Toronto Blue Jays gain on the first-place New York Yankees.

MLB News / Total Apex Fantasy Sports / June 30

New York Yankees vs. Toronto Blue Jays Preview, Prediction & Odds | June 30, 2025

For the first time this season, the New York Yankees are taking on an AL East rival in the Toronto Blue Jays. The Yankees are first in the AL East with a 48-35 record and are sending southpaw Carlos Rodon to the mound for this game.

John Schneider News / MLB on ClutchPoints / June 29

Blue Jays’ John Schneider sets stage for Yankees series

The Toronto Blue Jays took two of three games against the Boston Red Sox this weekend. Their Fenway series win moved them to 45-38 and three games out of the AL East lead.

MLB News / Field Level Media / June 29

Blue Jays score series win over sliding Red Sox

Addison Barger and Vladimir Guerrero Jr. each hit a solo home run to propel the visiting Toronto Blue Jays to a 5-3 victory over the Boston Red Sox on Sunday.

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Toronto Blue Jays News / Bluejaysnation / June 29

Instant Reaction: Addison Barger and Vladimir Guerrero Jr. go back-to-back in Blue Jays’ 5-3 win over Red Sox

Another series, another series win. On Sunday afternoon, the Toronto Blue Jays played the rubber match against the Boston Red Sox, defeating them 5-3 to take two of three in this series and already winning the season series.

Toronto Blue Jays News / Bluejaysnation / June 29

Blue Jays: 3 players who could be moved at the trade deadline

With the calendar slowly turning to July and the All-Star Game fast approaching, many franchises are evaluating where they stand this season. The Toronto Blue Jays are off to their best start since the 2022 season, with a record of 44–37.

Jose Berrios News / Field Level Media / June 27

Jose Berrios, Jays' bats extend Red Sox's skid to 6

Jose Berrios tossed seven scoreless innings to lead the visiting Toronto Blue Jays to a 9-0 victory over the Boston Red Sox on Friday night. Berrios (4-3) limited Boston to four hits, struck out eight and walked one in the opener of a three-game series.

Toronto Blue Jays News / MLB Trade Rumors / June 29

Blue Jays release veteran pitcher

The Blue Jays released Spencer Turnbull, according to the MLB.com transaction log.

Report: Blue Jays promoting prospect Johnny King to single-A

Kevin Gausman dominates as Blue Jays shut out Guardians

25 minor league teams with names as ridiculous as they are real

The 'MLB home run leaders since 1997' quiz

Daulton Varsho News / Athlon Sports / June 27

Blue Jays Receive Daulton Varsho News Before Red Sox Game

The Toronto Blue Jays have enjoyed a strong first half of the season, boasting a 43-37 record, as they prepare for a weekend series against the Boston Red Sox.

Vladimir Guerrero Jr. News / Athlon Sports / June 27

Blue Jays Announce Vladimir Guerrero Jr. News After Absence From Lineup

The Toronto Blue Jays' season hung in the balance after superstar Vladimir Guerrero Jr.'s early exit in their 6-0 win over the Cleveland Guardians on Thursday.

Toronto Blue Jays News / MLB on ClutchPoints / June 27

Blue Jays get crucial injury updates

The Toronto Blue Jays (43-37) have a small cushion in the American League Wild Card standings, as they head to Fenway Park for a divisional series against the slumping Boston Red Sox (40-42).

Kevin Gausman News / Fastball on SI / June 27

Kevin Gausman Moves Up All-Time Strikeout List in Toronto Blue Jays History

The Toronto Blue Jays shut out the Cleveland Guardians 6-0 on Thursday as right-hander Kevin Gausman fired eight shutout innings. Gausman improved to 6-6 on the season with the gem, as he gave up just two hits and one walk.

Toronto Blue Jays News / MLB on ClutchPoints / June 26

Blue Jays’ John Schneider provides Vladimir Guerrero Jr. update after injury scare

Toronto Blue Jays manager John Schneider provided an injury update on Vladimir Guerrero Jr. following Thursday’s game against the Cleveland Guardians. Guerrero suffered a right forearm contusion in the third inning after a pitch hit him, exiting for the remainder of the contest.

Alek Manoah News / Athlon Sports / June 26

Blue Jays Make Alek Manoah Announcement

The Toronto Blue Jays provided an update on right-hander Alek Manoah, who continues to make strides in his return from injury. Per Keegan Matheson of MLB.com, Manoah threw 25 pitchers to live hitters and touched 95 mph.

Max Scherzer News / Yardbarker / June 19