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Blue Jays' Kevin Gausman Didn't Mince Words About Approaching Trade Deadline

When veteran right-hander Kevin Gausman took the ball for manager John Schneider on Tuesday night at Rogers Centre against the Tampa Bay Rays, he was looking to turn things around for the struggling Toronto Blue Jays.

Braydon Fisher News / Bluejaysnation / July 22

Braydon Fisher set to open as Blue Jays look to reverse fortunes Vs. Rays

In desperate need of a win, the Toronto Blue Jays are turning to Braydon Fisher as an opener on Wednesday night against the Tampa Bay Rays. For the season, Fisher has worked in 47 games and is 3-3 with a 3.65 ERA and a 1.18 WHIP.

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Every first-overall MLB draft pick from the 21st century

The MLB Draft doesn’t get the same attention as the NFL Draft…or the NBA Draft…or even the NHL Draft. There’s the element of a stay in a farm system, the general lack of immediate impact for MLB draft picks, and the fact that it’s tougher for one MLB player to turn a franchise’s fortunes around.

George Springer News / Athlon Sports / July 22

Blue Jays Facing George Springer Decision Before Trade Deadline

It’s been a difficult season for George Springer and the Toronto Blue Jays. After entering the 2026 campaign with World Series aspirations following last year’s Fall Classic run, Toronto has instead stumbled to a 46-55 record.

MLB News / Field Level Media / July 22

'Frustrated' Blue Jays eager to reverse course vs. Rays

The Toronto Blue Jays will be out to salvage what they can from a guaranteed losing homestand Wednesday night when they continue their series with the Tampa Bay Rays.

Toronto Blue Jays News / Bluejaysnation / July 22

Blue Jays prospect Jaxson West promoted to High-A Vancouver

The Vancouver Canadians are set to receive another talented catcher to their roster. On Tuesday, it was announced that Jaxson West had been promoted from

Daulton Varsho News / Bluejaysnation / July 22

Looking at 3 potential trade destinations for Blue Jays’ Daulton Varsho

With the Toronto Blue Jays sitting now last in the American League East with a 46-55 record, you have to start having tough conversations. Although the team is not fully out of the wild card race, sitting 6.0 games back of the final spot, the reigning American League champs are 12.5 games back of the first-place Tampa Bay Rays.

Toronto Blue Jays News / Toronto Blue Jays on SI / July 22

Blue Jays Betting Big That Will Brick is Franchise's Future at Catcher

The Toronto Blue Jays did not treat Will Brick like a normal fourth-round selection. Toronto signed the No. 131 overall pick for $2.5 million, nearly $1.92 million above the assigned slot value of $582,000.

Kevin Gausman News / MLB on ClutchPoints / July 22

Kevin Gausman gets brutally honest about Blue Jays after loss to Rays

Time is running out for the Toronto Blue Jays to make a run, and their current run of games is not helping in their quest to make something of the 2026 season yet.

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The 20 greatest MLB teams to never win the World Series

Even the most successful regular-season teams in Major League Baseball have failed to win it all. Here's our list of 20 such clubs that fall into that category.

MLB News / Bluejaysnation / July 21

Instant Reaction: Blue Jays drop to nine games under .500 with blowout loss to Rays

The Tampa Bay Rays continued their dominance over the Toronto Blue Jays in 2026 on Tuesday. Following tonight’s 12-2 victory, the Rays have now defeated the Blue Jays in seven of eight games on the year.

Toronto Blue Jays News / MLB on ClutchPoints / July 21

Why Blue Jays could be ‘surprising’ sellers at MLB trade deadline

The Toronto Blue Jays are on the MLB trade deadline watch, with the club being speculated to take a seller’s stance amid a tough 2026 campaign. The reigning

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MLB News / Athlon Sports / July 21

Blue Jays Announce Unfortunate News Moments Before Rays Game

The Toronto Blue Jays have very little time to turn their season around. Entering Tuesday's game against the Tampa Bay Rays, Toronto had lost two straight games and sat at 46-54.

George Springer News / Toronto Blue Jays on SI / July 21

George Springer's Decline in Clutch Moments Big Problem for Blue Jays

George Springer is no longer wasting opportunities with runners in scoring position because he is swinging too often or getting overpowered by strikeouts.

Toronto Blue Jays News / MLB on ClutchPoints / July 21

1 trade Blue Jays must not make at 2026 MLB trade deadline

The upcoming 2026 MLB trade deadline is fast approaching and no team may have a more critical period between now and August 3rd than the Toronto Blue Jays.

Kevin Gausman News / Bluejaysnation / July 21

July 21 Gameday: Kevin Gausman gets the ball as Blue Jays try to even series with Rays

The Toronto Blue Jays are in desperate need of a win. Monday night’s 7-1 loss against the Tampa Bay Rays dropped the Blue Jays a season-worst eight games below .500, and with only 12 games left to play before Major League Baseball’s trade deadline, time appears to be running out on 2026’s playoff hopes.

Ernie Clement News / Athlon Sports / July 21

Blue Jays Make Ernie Clement Decision After Loss to Rays

The Toronto Blue Jays fell in Monday’s game versus the Tampa Bay Bays by a score of 7-1. Though the Blue Jays picked up eight hits, they left seven on base and hit only 1-for-5 with runners in scoring position.

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

Blue Jays Get Discouraging Trade Deadline Projection From MLB Insider

The Toronto Blue Jays went into the 2026 campaign with very high expectations. The 2025 American League champions, who took the Los Angeles Dodgers to the limit in the World Series, find themselves in a position not many thought they would be in at this stage of the 2026 season.

MLB News / Bluejaysnation / July 21

2026 MLB trade deadline: Blue Jays and Rays trade fits

The similarities between the 2025 Toronto Blue Jays and 2026 Tampa Bay Rays are uncanny. While the Rays don’t hit a bunch of home runs, the Rays have a small-ball approach with a league-low strikeout rate, much like the 2025 Blue Jays.

Javen Coleman News / Bluejaysnation / July 21

Blue Jays: Relief prospect Javen Coleman promoted to Triple-A

One of the Toronto Blue Jays’ best relief prospects is one rung closer to the big leagues. On Tuesday morning, the Buffalo Bisons announced that left-handed reliever Javen Coleman has been promoted to Triple-A.

Toronto Blue Jays News / Bluejaysnation / July 21

Frustration mounting for Vladimir Guerrero Jr. as Blue Jays’ season continues slipping away

TORONTO — With each loss, you can see and feel the pressure that may soon boil over amid the Blue Jays’ frustrating 2026 season, which, with only 12 games until the Aug.

Toronto Blue Jays News / MLB on ClutchPoints / July 21

Blue Jays rumors: Trade deadline prediction suggests fire sale is imminent

The Toronto Blue Jays have had a very disappointing season. With the Major League Baseball trade deadline approaching, a new report states that several Toronto players could soon be out the door.

Toronto Blue Jays News / Stadium Rant / July 20

3 Toronto Blue Jays Prospects Most Likely To Debut In The Second Half Of 2026

Due to a rash of injuries on the major league roster, several Toronto Blue Jays prospects have already made their debut in the 2026 season. With the team currently outside the playoffs and more injuries likely, Toronto could be in a position to call up more prospects rather than trade them for major league talent.

Kevin Gausman News / Yardbarker / July 18

Kevin Gausman likely Blue Jays' top trade candidate if they commit as sellers

Gausman is a valuable roster asset despite his inconsistencies.

White Sox strive to continue taking advantage of struggling Blue Jays

Braden Montgomery's 4 RBIs help White Sox pound Blue Jays

Blue Jays counting on these four players to step it up in the second half

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Toronto Blue Jays News / Yardbarker / July 14

Dylan Cease in rare company after dominant first inning in All-Star Game

Because of his excellence, Cease was named the AL starter for the All-Star Game, and he joined an exclusive list after a dominant first inning on Tuesday.

Yankees teammates make history in first inning of All-Star Game

Rays’ Junior Caminero (hand) out after HBP in All-Star Game

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Toronto Blue Jays News / Yardbarker / July 14

Blue Jays counting on these four players to step it up in the second half

The Toronto Blue Jays' performance in the first half of the season was disappointing to say the least. But they have a chance to salvage their season if numerous core players make comeback performances in the second half of the season.

Red Sox pose threat to Blue Jays in AL East standings as winning streak grows

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