Toronto Blue Jays: Breaking News, Rumors & Highlights

Trey Yesavage News / Bluejaysnation / July 29

July 29 Gameday: Trey Yesavage leads Blue Jays in series rubber match against Nationals

With a late-night battle and a 67-minute rain delay in the rear-view mirror, the Toronto Blue Jays park the bus one last time this season at Nationals Park to wrap up their interleague series against the Washington Nationals.

Toronto Blue Jays News / Athlon Sports / July 29

Blue Jays Announce Vladimir Guerrero Jr. News After Concerning Development

Vladimir Guerrero Jr.’s 2026 season has taken another awkward turn. After enduring the most difficult offensive campaign of his career, the Toronto Blue Jays star is now dealing with yet another injury concern at a time when the club can least afford to lose him.

Toronto Blue Jays News / Bluejaysnation / July 29

Blue Jays’ Guerrero Jr. remains out, Dallas recalled and Van Eyk optioned

The Toronto Blue Jays made a move to supplement their beleaguered bullpen, while Vladimir Guerrero Jr. will remain out after exiting Tuesday’s game against the Nationals with right hamstring tightness.

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Toronto Blue Jays News / Bluejaysnation / July 29

Blue Jays release Manuel Beltre, Irv Carter, and nine others

With the draft comes releases in the organization. Over the past few days, the Toronto Blue Jays have made a bunch of minor league transactions. Some moved up a level, others are set to make their professional debut, and a few players were released.

MLB News / Yardbarker

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.

Toronto Blue Jays News / Bluejaysnation / July 29

Minor League Musings: 2026 draftees make debut and Jean Joseph homers in first Canadians’ at-bat

The 2026 draftees are coming. On Tuesday, three Toronto Blue Jays‘ draftees made their debut, Dean West, Ryan Cooney and Landon Waters, as did a non-drafted free agent from the class, Reese Bassinger.

MLB News / Bluejaysnation / July 29

2026 MLB trade deadline: Blue Jays and Cubs trade fits

The Toronto Blue Jays and Chicago Cubs match up well with the 2026 MLB trade deadline approaching fast on August 3. Chicago holds the top Wild Card spot in the National League on the strength of a dynamic offence and excellent defence.

Toronto Blue Jays News / Just Baseball / July 29

What Does the Rest of the Season Look Like for the Blue Jays?

In a season full of almosts and not-quites, it seemed like the Toronto Blue Jays were finally on the verge of sustained success. Yet, for a multitude of reasons, they find themselves nine games below .500.

Jay Harry News / Bluejaysnation / July 29

Blue Jays prospect Jay Harry placed on 7-day injured list

One of the best stories throughout the 2026 minor league season for the Toronto Blue Jays has been the breakout of Jay Harry. On Tuesday, Harry was placed

Toronto Blue Jays News / Toronto Blue Jays on SI / July 29

Toronto Blue Jays Should Not Trade Away These Two Veterans

You don't trade family. And make no mistake, Kevin Gausman and George Springer are now part of the Blue Jays family. The royal family, in fact, along with franchise icons like Joe Carter, George Bell, and Jose Bautista.

Toronto Blue Jays News / Just Baseball / July 29

Toronto Blue Jays Top 15 Prospects

Think about where the Blue Jays were from an organizational standpoint leading up to the trade deadline in July of 2024. Sitting dead last in the American League East, along with a farm system that ranked in the bottom third in baseball based on every consensus prospect publication.

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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.

Toronto Blue Jays News / Bluebird Banter / July 29

Draft Signing Deadline: Jays Sign All Expected Players

The deadline for signing 2026 MLB draft picks was at 5:00pm ET on Monday. The Toronto Blue Jays had 19 picks in this year’s draft, having forfeited their

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Shane Bieber News / MLB on ClutchPoints / July 29

Blue Jays pitcher Shane Bieber makes sobering admission after loss to Nationals

The Toronto Blue Jays received a sobering admission from Shane Bieber after Tuesday’s 8-6 loss to the Washington Nationals. The 2020 American League Cy Young Award winner struggled to command the baseball while recording the shortest start of his career.

Toronto Blue Jays News / Larry Brown Sports / July 29

Blue Jays share Vladimir Guerrero Jr. injury update after baserunning scare

The Toronto Blue Jays experienced a scare Tuesday involving star slugger Vladimir Guerrero Jr. The Blue Jays first baseman hurt his hamstring in the top of the 3rd inning against the Washington Nationals at Nationals Park in Washington, D.C.

MLB News / Bluejaysnation / July 28

Instant Reaction: Four run first sinks Blue Jays as Nationals even series

The 2026 version of the Toronto Blue Jays just can’t seem to string wins together. On Tuesday night, the Washington Nationals defeated the Blue Jays 8-6, dropping the club to 49-59 through 108 games played, and setting up a rubber match for the series tomorrow.

Kazuma Okamoto News / MLB on ClutchPoints / July 28

Kazuma Okamoto ties all-time Blue Jays record with home run No. 24

Kazuma Okamoto did not start Tuesday night’s game against the Washington Nationals, but the Toronto Blue Jays rookie made history anyway. Not long after

Toronto Blue Jays News / Bluejaysnation / July 28

Vladimir Guerrero Jr. leaves Tuesday’s contest with right hamstring tightness

The Toronto Blue Jays can’t afford any more injuries if they have any hopes of climbing back into the American League playoff race. Vladimir Guerrero Jr.

Toronto Blue Jays News / Yardbarker / July 28

Shane Bieber destroys trade value with historically poor outing

The Toronto Blue Jays are likely to be sellers ahead of the Aug. 3 MLB trade deadline. One popular trade target for the Blue Jays is right-hander Shane Bieber.

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Toronto Blue Jays News / Athlon Sports / July 28

Blue Jays' John Schneider Sends Kazuma Okamoto Message After First-Ever Steal

Toronto Blue Jays manager John Schneider had some advice for Kazuma Okamoto after the rookie slugger recorded the first stolen base of his major league career during Monday night's win over the Washington Nationals.

Toronto Blue Jays News / Viral Sports News / July 28

MLB Insider Predicts Toronto Blue Jays Will Ship 3 Players Out in Trades

An industry insider anticipates the Toronto Blue Jays will part with three key members of their roster ahead of the upcoming MLB trade deadline. Jim Bowden, writing recently for The Athletic, forecast that the club will move pitchers Kevin Gausman and Shane Bieber along with center fielder Daulton Varsho.

Yimi Garcia News / MLB Trade Rumors / July 28

Blue Jays’ Yimi Garcia getting checked for thoracic outlet syndrome

Blue Jays right-hander Yimi Garcia has had a long road back from elbow surgery. That road may be taking another turn, as the club is sending him for evaluation regarding thoracic outlet syndrome, per Shi Davidi of Sportsnet.

Toronto Blue Jays News / Yardbarker / July 28

Luis Urias has quietly panned out for the Blue Jays

Since the Toronto Blue Jays acquired Luis Urias from the Arizona Diamondbacks on June 20, he has been quietly productive as an impactful depth piece.

Max Scherzer comes off IL as Blue Jays eke past Nationals

Dylan Cease strengthens chances for AL Cy Young with shutout

Could Blue Jays prospect Ricky Tiedemann make a comeback?

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Toronto Blue Jays News / Trade Talk Sports / July 27

Blue Jays Predicted to Add High-End Starter in Retool for 2027

The Toronto Blue Jays have waited as long as they can in hopes of making a playoff push, but it ultimately doesn’t appear as if it’s going to happen. Entering Monday 5.5 games back of the final Wild Card spot with five teams ahead of them, the Blue Jays are poised to be sellers ahead of the August 3 trade deadline.

Toronto Blue Jays News / Yardbarker / July 26

Could Blue Jays prospect Ricky Tiedemann make a comeback?

It's been a very long road for Ricky Tiedemann, who is the Toronto Blue Jays' No. 10-ranked prospect via the MLB Pipeline. Could this finally be the return of the former No. 1-ranked prospect for the Blue Jays in 2023 and 2024?

Dylan Cease dominates to a monumental level in Blue Jays' win

Dylan Cease strengthens chances for AL Cy Young with shutout

Nathan Lukes' impactful defense a bright spot for struggling Blue Jays

Vladimir Guerrero Jr.'s request for patience amid struggles isn't feasible

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Toronto Blue Jays News / Yardbarker / July 26