Toronto Blue Jays: Breaking News, Rumors & Highlights

John Schneider News / Trade Talk Sports / September 23

Analyst Calls for Blue Jays to Move on From John Schneider

One year after taking the Los Angeles Dodgers to extra innings in Game 7 of the World Series, the Toronto Blue Jays are all but certain to miss the postseason altogether in 2026, and that kind of disappointment inevitably leads to casualties.

MLB News / MLB on ClutchPoints / September 23

Juan Soto thinks Max Scherzer ‘wants to play forever.’ Will he make it 20 years next season?

Max Scherzer has yet to reveal whether he plans to return for a 20th MLB season in 2027, but former teammate Juan Soto believes the Toronto Blue Jays veteran still has the competitive drive to keep pitching.

Sean Keys News / Toronto Blue Jays on SI / September 23

Sean Keys Minor League Season Puts Him in Way Too Early Rookie of the Year Talks

The minor league season for 2026 has officially come to a close, and it is time for individual accolades to be handed out to honor the success that every player has had this year, which is exactly what Baseball America (subscription required) does at the end of each season.

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Toronto Blue Jays News / Bluejaysnation / September 23

Blue Jays’ starting pitching core looks far deeper entering 2027

The Toronto Blue Jays starting pitching depth will be in a much better spot to begin the 2027 season. Heading into this season, it appeared that the Blue Jays had eight starters signed: Dylan Cease, Kevin Gausman, Trey Yesavage, Shane Bieber, Cody Ponce, José Berríos, Eric Lauer, and eventually Max Scherzer.

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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.

Toronto Blue Jays News / Bluejaysnation / September 22

Examining the Blue Jays’ biggest needs this off-season

The 2026-27 off-season is rapidly approaching. With the Toronto Blue Jays playoff hopes all but gone, it’s time to turn our attention toward the off-season.

RJ Schreck News / Bluejaysnation / September 22

Blue Jays 2026 end of season Prospect Countdown: No. 23 Victor Arias

With the Toronto Blue Jays’ playoff aspirations all but gone, it’s prospect time! This is a continuation of our 2026 second-half prospect countdown. Last time, we looked at RJ Schreck, who ranked as our 24th-best prospect.

Toronto Blue Jays News / Bluejaysnation / September 22

Blue Jays: A strong August gives hope for the 2027 season

The Toronto Blue Jays at least made the 2026 season interesting. Back on September 5th, the Jays 4-3 victory over the Kansas City Royals put them over .500 for the first time since early April.

Brett Bateman News / Bluejaysnation / September 22

Blue Jays’ Brett Bateman day-to-day with right hip discomfort

The Toronto Blue Jays are hoping to have avoided a worst-case scenario with centre fielder Brett Bateman. Bateman departed Monday’s 4-3 loss to the Baltimore Orioles after recording the third out on a sliding catch in the bottom of the second inning.

Michael Lorenzen News / Bluejaysnation / September 22

Blue Jays: Michael Lorenzen elects free agency

The Toronto Blue Jays’ pitching depth has taken a bit of a hit in recent days. Following being designated for assignment, right-handed pitcher Michael Lorenzen has elected free agency, ending his tenure in the Blue Jays after just under four weeks.

Toronto Blue Jays News / Bluejaysnation / September 22

AL Wild Card race update: Blue Jays elimination number down to two

The Toronto Blue Jays’ playoff hopes are on thin ice. Simply put, the last four days have not gone their way, both on the field and in the out of town scoreboard.

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

The 2026 season hasn't gone as planned for many MLB players. These 30 players stand out as the biggest disappointments for their respective teams.

Toronto Blue Jays News / Bluejaysnation / September 22

Six players who’ve meant the most to Blue Jays’ 2026 season

It’s about that time to begin reflecting on the Toronto Blue Jays’ 2026 season. Barring a last-minute miracle, this franchise will watch its grim post-season chances fall to zero upon being officially eliminated from playoff contention in the coming days, signalling the end of a year ripe with disappointment following last fall’s World Series run.

Toronto Blue Jays News / Bluejaysnation / September 22

Looking at what needs to happen for the Blue Jays to miraculously make the playoffs

It’ll take nothing short of a miracle for the Toronto Blue Jays to make the playoffs. Following a 4-3 loss at the hands of the Baltimore Orioles on Monday evening, the Blue Jays now sit three and a half games behind the Chicago White Sox for the final wild card spot with just five games to play.

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Ernie Clement News / Trade Talk Sports / September 22

Analyst: Ernie Clement can't be everyday player for Blue Jays in 2027

While they haven’t been officially eliminated from playoff contention yet, Monday night’s loss in Baltimore to the Orioles just about put an end to the Toronto Blue Jays’ 2026 season.

Toronto Blue Jays News / Yardbarker / September 22

Brendan Cellucci represents a bright future for Blue Jays bullpen

Since his debut, he's yet to give up a run and has gone four consecutive innings without giving up a hit across his first three appearances.

Blue Jays' Dylan Cease dealing with shoulder fatigue amid struggles

Blue Jays make a flurry of roster moves ahead of critical series against Orioles

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Ernie Clement News / Bluejaysnation / September 22

Ernie Clement’s second-half slump is one of many causes to a doomed Blue Jays season

The 2026 season has been nothing short of a nightmare for the Toronto Blue Jays and their fans. While that horse has already been beaten to death, the frustrating season is plagued on multiple fronts.

Michael Lorenzen News / MLB Trade Rumors / September 21

Michael Lorenzen Elects Free Agency

Michael Lorenzen cleared waivers after being outrighted by the Blue Jays, according to the MLB.com transaction log. The veteran righty will get an early start on the offseason after electing free agency.

Dylan Cease News / MLB Trade Rumors / September 21

Dylan Cease Dealing With Shoulder Inflammation

Dylan Cease will not pitch for the Blue Jays during this week’s series at Camden Yards. The likely AL Cy Young finalist tells reporters (including Keegan Matheson of MLB.com and Shi Davidi of Sportsnet) that he’s been diagnosed with shoulder inflammation coming out of Friday’s start in Texas.

Toronto Blue Jays News / Yardbarker / September 21

Blue Jays make a flurry of roster moves ahead of critical series against Orioles

The Toronto Blue Jays have made a flurry of roster moves ahead of Monday's series against the Baltimore Orioles.

Blue Jays visit Orioles as both teams strive to stay in playoff picture

Nathan Lukes' offense helps Blue Jays get critical win at Rangers

Blue Jays' Dylan Cease dealing with shoulder fatigue amid struggles

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Joe Mantiply News / MLB Trade Rumors / September 21

Blue Jays Designate Joe Mantiply For Assignment

The Blue Jays reinstated righty Trey Yesavage from the 15-day injured list and recalled fellow right-hander Chad Dallas from Triple-A Buffalo on Monday, the team announced.

Dylan Cease News / Yardbarker / September 20

Blue Jays' Dylan Cease dealing with shoulder fatigue amid struggles

Cease has been dealing with shoulder fatigue amid an uncharacteristic dip in velocity and loss of command, leading to a high walk rate in recent starts.

Rangers look for length from Jacob deGrom in finale vs. Jays

Rangers stay hot, take down Blue Jays

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Toronto Blue Jays News / Yardbarker / September 18

Jose Rodriguez set to join Blue Jays bullpen with Michael Lorenzen DFA'd

Jose Rodriguez will get his chance to shine following Michael Lorenzen's struggles.

Blue Jays' Brett Bateman continues to show he's an elite leadoff hitter

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Spencer Miles News / Yardbarker / September 17

Spencer Miles has been an exceptional Rule 5 draft selection for the Blue Jays

Spencer Miles' breakout rookie campaign this season with the Toronto Blue Jays has made him a standout Rule 5 draft pick.

Injury setback hampers hopes of Anthony Santander returning to Blue Jays this season

Blue Jays' Brett Bateman continues to show he's an elite leadoff hitter

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Brett Bateman News / Yardbarker / September 16

Blue Jays' Brett Bateman continues to show he's an elite leadoff hitter

Toronto Blue Jays rookie hitting phenom Brett Bateman has excelled as the team's leadoff hitter. He has recorded 46 hits across his first 34 at-bats in the big leagues.

Ninth-inning error sends streaking Tigers to victory over Blue Jays

Injury setback hampers hopes of Anthony Santander returning to Blue Jays this season

Cubs' Pete Crow-Armstrong makes franchise history with latest HR

Rays' Junior Caminero makes history with second recent walk-off HR

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