Toronto Blue Jays: Breaking News, Rumors & Highlights

George Springer News / Bluejaysnation / October 31

George Springer capped off a six-year contract with a strong second half

The 2026 season may be the last of George Springer’s career. If so, what a career it was. Many of his best days were before joining the Toronto Blue Jays, but his signing was the turning point for the team in the free agent market.

Toronto Blue Jays News / Bluejaysnation / October 31

Blue Jays: Seeing how Dylan Cease stacks up against Cam Schlittler for the AL Cy Young award

For the fifth time in seven seasons, the Toronto Blue Jays will have a finalist for the American League Cy Young award. While not officially announced, Dylan Cease did more than enough to become a finalist for this season’s Cy Young award.

Toronto Blue Jays News / Bluejaysnation / October 31

Blue Jays free agent target: Josh Bell

The 2026 Toronto Blue Jays were among their worst-slugging teams in franchise history. After posting a .381 SLG, the fifth-lowest mark in club history, they should be looking for slugging solutions wherever they can.

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The 'World Series MVPs' quiz

MLB has awarded the World Series MVP since 1955. How many of these players can you name in six minutes?

The 'NLCS MVPs' quiz

The 'Last MVP by MLB team 'quiz

The 'Platinum Glove winners since 2011' quiz

Teoscar Hernandez News / Yardbarker / October 31

Why a Teoscar Hernandez reunion would be a risky move for Blue Jays

When it comes to Hernandez, the thought of him reuniting with the Toronto Blue Jays sparks nostalgia. While it seems like a good move that the franchise should jump on, in fact, it's quite the opposite.

Blue Jays Outright Rudy Martin Jr.

Brandon Lowe's left-handed power at second base makes him the ideal candidate for the Blue Jays

Why the Blue Jays should add Luis Arraez this offseason

The 'MLB Home Run Derby champs' quiz

Athletics News / Yardbarker

25 things we learned from the 2026 MLB season

The 2026 MLB season was full of great performances, breakout stars, and incredible feats. These are the 25 things we learned along the way.

Toronto Blue Jays News / Bluejaysnation / October 31

Blue Jays: A reunion with Teoscar Hernández doesn’t make sense

The Toronto Blue Jays need to make some additions to their outfield. According to Pat Ragazzo of Dodgers Way , a FanSided site , a source told them that the Blue Jays have interest in Teoscar Hernández after whiffing on Kyle Tucker sweepstakes last winter.

MLB News / Bluejaysnation / October 31

Blue Jays free agent target: Brandon Woodruff

The Milwaukee Brewers have consistently produced excellent pitchers over the past decade. Brandon Woodruff is just one of many examples. When healthy, he’s a key member of the team’s rotation and can be a #2 in a rotation.

Kevin Gausman News / Bluejaysnation / October 31

Kevin Gausman will go down as one of the best signings in Blue Jays’ history

The 2026 season was an end of an era of sorts for the Toronto Blue Jays. Game 162 was a bitter sweet one. George Springer reached with a single + error, getting pulled from the game to a standing ovation.

Toronto Blue Jays News / Bluejaysnation / October 30

Blue Jays free agent target: Alex Vesia

While the bullpen was a strength for the Toronto Blue Jays in 2026, they still feel like a club that will be looking to further deepen the group this winter.

Daniel Vogelbach News / Larry Brown Sports / October 30

Daniel Vogelbach stars at Brewers' parade with drunken rendition of 'Stacy's Mom'

Daniel Vogelbach is still bringing the vibes even in retirement. The Milwaukee Brewers celebrated their 2026 World Series title on Friday with a parade in Milwaukee, Wisc.

Marcus Stroman News / Bluejaysnation / October 30

Trade Tree: How failing to sign their 2011 first-round pick led to the Blue Jays acquiring Marcus Stroman and José Berríos

There was a time when the Toronto Blue Jays failed to sign first-round picks. It hasn’t been an issue since Ross Atkins and Mark Shapiro took over in 2016, but under Alex Anthopoulos, the Blue Jays failed to sign three players selected in the top 40 on three separate occasions.

Athletics News / Yardbarker

25 records that were broken during the 2026 MLB season

The 2026 MLB season was historic in many ways. These 25 records were broken during the season.

Ernie Clement News / Trade Talk Sports / October 30

Ernie Clement’s All-Star Season Left the Blue Jays With a Question

Ernie Clement had the kind of season many baseball players dream about. He became an All-Star, established himself as Toronto’s regular second baseman and played in 158 games.

Charles McAdoo News / Bluejaysnation / October 30

Charles McAdoo’s comfort level grew as rookie campaign went on

Due to the number of injuries the Toronto Blue Jays suffered during the 2026 season, opportunities arose for rookies to see playing time at the major-league level. One of those players was Charles McAdoo.

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The 'CBB mythical mascots' quiz

The 'World Series MVPs' quiz

The '140-yard, 2-TD catch NFL games' quiz

The 'NFL's active rushing leaders' quiz

Rudy Martin News / Bluejaysnation / October 30

Blue Jays’ Rudy Martin Jr. assigned to Triple-A Buffalo

Transaction season has begun. On Friday afternoon, the Toronto Blue Jays announced that Rudy Martin Jr. has cleared waivers and has been assigned to Triple-A, meaning he is now off the 40-man roster.

Rudy Martin News / MLB Trade Rumors / October 30

Blue Jays Outright Rudy Martin Jr.

The Blue Jays announced that Rudy Martin Jr. has been outrighted to Triple-A Buffalo after clearing waivers. Since Martin has been outrighted in the past, he has the ability to reject the assignment and opt for free agency.

Toronto Blue Jays News / Trade Talk Sports / October 29

Blue Jays Thinking the Answer Might Be a Familiar Face

There’s something appealing about the idea of Teoscar Hernández coming back to Toronto. Not because the Blue Jays need to relive the past, but because they could use a little of what Hernández brought when he was here: power, personality, and the feeling that somebody in the middle of the lineup might change a game with one swing.

MLB News / Yardbarker / October 29

Brandon Lowe's left-handed power at second base makes him the ideal candidate for the Blue Jays

Brandon Lowe is coming off an explosive 2026 campaign with the Pittsburgh Pirates, racking up 35 home runs, 96 RBI and a 121 wRC+.

Why the Blue Jays should add Luis Arraez this offseason

Ian Happ's consistent power makes him a compelling free agent for Blue Jays

The 'Season HR-leaders by MLB team' quiz

MLB News / Yardbarker / October 28

Why the Blue Jays should add Luis Arraez this offseason

Pending free agent Luis Arraez would be a positive addition for the Toronto Blue Jays.

Free agent Michael Soroka would help fill Blue Jays' need for rotation depth

Ian Happ's consistent power makes him a compelling free agent for Blue Jays

3 starter free agents that make sense for the Toronto Blue Jays on a short term deal

The 'Three-time batting champions' quiz

Alek Manoah News / Trade Talk Sports / October 28

Whatever Happened to This Blue Jays Once-Rising Star?

There was a time when Alek Manoah looked like he could be part of the Toronto Blue Jays’ rotation for years. He was big, confident, competitive, and seemed to enjoy pitching in the biggest moments.

MLB News / Yardbarker / October 28

Ian Happ's consistent power makes him a compelling free agent for Blue Jays

The Toronto Blue Jays' priority this offseason revolves around bulking up on offense.

Blue Jays free agent target: Shota Imanaga

Free agent Michael Soroka would help fill Blue Jays' need for rotation depth

Mason Fluharty became the Blue Jays’ high-leverage lefty thanks to durability and strong performances

The 'Most MLB Playoff-RBIs' quiz

Mike Soroka News / Yardbarker / October 27

Free agent Michael Soroka would help fill Blue Jays' need for rotation depth

Soroka's impressive baseball resume includes being runner-up for Rookie of the Year in 2019 during his tenure with the Atlanta Braves.

The '2026 American League All-Stars' quiz

Toronto Blue Jays News / Just Baseball / October 27

Who Must the Blue Jays Protect From the Rule 5 Draft?

The Toronto Blue Jays‘ 2026 regular season came to an end earlier than expected, and now their attention must shift towards the approaching offseason. In particular, the MLB Rule 5 Draft represents an opportunity for organizations to acquire players from other teams in an attempt to benefit their big-league roster in the upcoming season.