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Max Scherzer Free Agency News Emerges Before Winter Meetings

ESPN MLB insider Buster Olney believes that three-time Cy Young Award winner Max Scherzer will return for his 19th big-league season and that he could sign with the San Francisco Giants this winter.

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Former All-Star First Baseman Offers Bold Bo Bichette Free Agency Suggestion

Longtime MLBfirst baseman Yonder Alonso believes that Toronto Blue Jays All-Star shortstop Bo Bichette should explore moving to third base. Bichette, a two-time All-Star and one of the top free agents available, has never played third base at any level.

Toronto Blue Jays News / Bluejaysnation / December 5

Blue Jays: It’s good discourse, but don’t take a José Berríos trade to the bank just yet

I love a Blue Jays transaction as much as the next fan. It’s genuinely a good feeling to hear the Blue Jays in on so many names, meaning they’re willing to drop a bunch of cash or set up a trade.

Shohei Ohtani News / Toronto Blue Jays on SI / December 5

Will Kyle Tucker be Another Shohei Ohtani Case for Blue Jays After Dunedin Visit

Toronto Blue Jays' pursuit of elite talent hit an all-too-familiar landmark Wednesday when Kyle Tucker toured the Blue Jays' Dunedin facility. It's the same complex where Shohei Ohtani said yes to a merchandise haul and no to a $700 million offer two years ago.

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The 'Most home runs by a switch hitter' quiz

A Major League switch hitter has hit at least 35 home runs on 35 occasions in MLB history. How many of the switch hitters to reach that milestone can you name in five minutes?

The 'MLB home run leaders since 1997' quiz

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Cody Ponce News / Bluejaysnation / December 4

Blue Jays analysis: Starting pitcher Cody Ponce

The Toronto Blue Jays made another splash in the free agency market this week, this time it was an “off the grid” option. The club signed right-handed pitcher Cody Ponce to a three-year deal worth $30 million. Ponce is a former second-round draft pick, selected back in the 2015 MLB draft by the Milwaukee Brewers.

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25 MLB players on the brink of stardom in 2026

The stars were out in full force during the 2025 World Series. From Max Scherzer in Toronto to Freddie Freeman, Mookie Betts, and of course, Shohei Ohtani, in Los Angeles, there was no shortage of the game's best under the brightest lights.

Toronto Blue Jays News / Athlon Sports / December 4

Blue Jays Announce 'First-Ever' Move in Team History

The Toronto Blue Jays made the biggest splash of the MLB offseason on Tuesday, signing right-hander Dylan Cease to a seven-year, $210 million contract.

Toronto Blue Jays News / Bluejaysnation / December 4

The Blue Jays should clutch onto their starting pitching depth

For the first time in a long time, the Toronto Blue Jays have some serious starting pitching depth. After reportedly signing Cody Ponce to a three-year, $30 million contract earlier this week, the Blue Jays now have seven legitimate starting pitching options in their arsenal.

Toronto Blue Jays News / Athlon Sports / December 4

Alex Bregman, Blue Jays Report Emerges After Bo Bichette Update

The Toronto Blue Jays have been aggressive to open MLB free agency. They have already made significant moves to bolster the rotation, signing right-hander Dylan Cease to a seven-year, $210 million contract.

Shane Bieber News / Athlon Sports / December 4

Blue Jays' Shane Bieber Receives News Away From MLB

The Toronto Blue Jays made an improbable run to the World Series in 2025, yet came up one win short of winning their first championship since 1993. Although the season ended in disappointment, there is good reason they remain contenders next year.

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The 25 greatest pitching seasons from the modern MLB era

America's favorite pastime has more memorable performances than any sport. As such, figuring out which pitchers had the best seasons ever is no easy task.

Myles Straw News / Bluejaysnation / December 4

Blue Jays sign International Free Agent prospect Alieski Torres

The Myles Straw trade is the gift that keeps giving. On Thursday morning, Francys Romero reported that the Toronto Blue Jays have signed Cuban right-handed pitcher Alieski Torres for $200,000.

Bo Bichette News / Bluejaysnation / December 4

MLB Notebook: Bo Bichette featured on Brazil’s WBC roster, Dodgers open to trading Teoscar Hernández?

Before we know it, next spring’s highly anticipated World Baseball Classic will be upon us. That’s where we’ll begin to unpack the latest news cycle, starting with a marquee free agent’s future ahead of the 2026 WBC.

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The '100-scrimmage-yard games since 2023' quiz

The 'Most passing + rushing TD games in a season' quiz

The 'Last pair of 100-yard rushers by team' quiz

The '1,500-receiving-yard NFL seasons' quiz

Bo Bichette News / Bluejaysnation / December 4

Blue Jays: The case to sign both Kyle Tucker and Bo Bichette

The Winter Meetings haven’t even begun yet, and the Toronto Blue Jays have already had a busy off-season. Just over a week ago, it was reported that the Blue Jays signed Dylan Cease to a seven-year deal worth $210 million (with deferred money).

Cody Ponce News / Toronto Blue Jays on SI / December 4

Could Cody Ponce Signing Signal Bold, Strategic Shift for Blue Jays?

The Toronto Blue Jays have gotten off to an aggressive start to the offseason in their bid to move past their crushing loss to the Los Angeles Dodgers in the 2025 World Series.

Toronto Blue Jays News / Bluejaysnation / December 4

With plenty of trade targets available, the Blue Jays have the prospect capital to pull off a blockbuster

There has been a ton of talk about what the Toronto Blue Jays are going to do in free agency. In fact, they’ve already signed two starting pitchers, Dylan Cease and Cody Ponce, while Shane Bieber opted into his deal early in the off-season.

Edwin Diaz News / Bluejaysnation / December 4

The Blue Jays shouldn’t break the bank for Edwin Diaz

Edwin Díaz is arguably the best closer in baseball right now, but that doesn’t mean the Toronto Blue Jays should sign him to a massive contract this winter. Díaz dominated out of the New York Mets’ bullpen last season.

Chris Bassitt News / Just Baseball / December 4

Chris Bassitt’s Best Fit on the 2026 Blue Jays Is in a New Role

Chris Bassitt is a free agent this offseason after coming off a three-year, $63 million contract with the Toronto Blue Jays in which he enjoyed some of the most successful seasons of his career.

Kyle Tucker News / Toronto Blue Jays on SI / December 4

Blue Jays Pushing for Kyle Tucker as Star Free Agent Visits Dunedin Facility

The Toronto Blue Jays entered the offseason more hungry than ever before after coming within two outs of their first World Series title in more than three decades before a gut-wrenching defeat.

Toronto Blue Jays News / Stadium Rant / December 4

Kyle Tucker Potentially Signing With The Blue Jays Would Be LETHAL

According to Robert Murray of Fansided, the Toronto Blue Jays have their eyes set on the best free agent in this offseason’s class – Kyle Tucker. Murray reported that Tucker visited Toronto’s spring training facility in Florida on Wednesday; he’s also from the area, as he was born in Tampa as well.

MLB News / Yardbarker / December 4

Why Blue Jays should be willing to open checkbook for Kyle Tucker

The Toronto Blue Jays could use more championship pedigree after losing in Game 7 of the 2025 Fall Classic, so why not add a player who has won a World Series already?

Could Kyle Tucker's Blue Jays actions lead to blockbuster signing?

Blue Jays sign reigning Korean League MVP to $30 million contract

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The 'World Series single-game K leaders' quiz

Bo Bichette News / Athlon Sports / December 3