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MLB News / Bluejaysnation / August 9
Instant Reaction: Blue Jays fall to Phillies in 12-inning series finale
The Toronto Blue Jays headed to extra innings for the fourth time in five games, this time coming up short Sunday, dropping a 7-6, 12-inning marathon to the Philadelphia Phillies at Citizens Bank Park in the series finale.
Toronto Blue Jays News / Bluebird Banter / August 9
Jays Lose In Extra Innings 
Blue Jays 6 Phillies 7 (12 innings) Until the top of the eighth, it looked like we weren’t going to put up a fight. With two outs in the eighth, Alejandro Kirk singled.
Nathan Lukes News / Toronto Blue Jays on SI / August 9
Nathan Lukes Is Becoming Exactly What the Blue Jays Needed
When you look at the season as a whole, the Toronto Blue Jays have not had too many things go the way they had planned. In fact, they haven’t had many things go right, just in general.
The 'Last five-hit game by MLB team' quiz
How many of the most recent players to record five hits in the same MLB game for each franchise can you name in five minutes?
JoJo Parker News / Minor League Baseball on SI / August 9
Blue Jays Deem Top Prospect JoJo Parker Ready for Next Step in Minors
The Toronto Blue Jays' No. 1 prospect, shortstop JoJo Parker, has reportedly earned his first minor league promotion shortly after celebrating his 20th birthday.
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 / August 9
Blue Jays Receive George Springer Update on Sunday
Not all hope is lost for the Toronto Blue Jays heading into Sunday's series finale against the Philadelphia Phillies. After retooling at this year's trade deadline, they have won four of their last six games and are within striking distance of an American League wild card spot.
Nathan Lukes News / Bluejaysnation / August 9
Instant Reaction: Nathan Lukes’ two-run blast in the 11th inning powers Blue Jays in win over Phillies
The Toronto Blue Jays just keep winning. On Saturday, they managed to win another series thanks to a 7-5 victory over the Philadelphia Phillies in extra innings.
Max Scherzer News / Toronto Blue Jays on SI / August 9
Blue Jays Take Significant Place in Max Scherzer’s Legendary Career
Max Scherzer has a glide path to Cooperstown. But his milestone on Saturday night took a lifetime to reach. Scherzer reached the Top 10 in all-time strikeouts in Major League history against the Philadelphia Phillies on Saturday night, as he struck out Philadelphia’s Kyle Schwarber in the sixth inning.
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.
Shane Bieber News / Field Level Media / August 9
Shane Bieber, improving Jays go for road sweep of Phillies
The Toronto Blue Jays haven't been shy about working overtime. Fresh off venturing into extra innings for the third time in four games, the visiting Blue Jays -- who have won seven of their last 10 games -- will bid to secure a three-game series sweep on Sunday afternoon when they face the Philadelphia Phillies.
MLB News / MLB on ClutchPoints / August 9
Aaron Nola gives Blue Jays’ Max Scherzer props after 7th career showdown
Aaron Nola has gone up against Max Scherzer more times than almost any other pitcher in the game today, and he still marvels at what he sees on the mound.
Toronto Blue Jays News / Athlon Sports / August 8
Vladimir Guerrero Jr. Makes Concerning Announcement After Phillies Game
Toronto Blue Jaysfirst basemanVladimir Guerrero Jr. made his return to the starting nine for Saturday's game against the Philadelphia Phillies and responded in emphatic fashion with one of his best performances of the year.
Nathan Lukes News / Field Level Media / August 8
Nathan Lukes belts game-winning homer as Blue Jays edge Phillies
Nathan Lukes belted a two-run homer in the 11th inning to fuel the visiting Toronto Blue Jays to a 7-5 victory over the Philadelphia Phillies on Saturday.
Max Scherzer News / Larry Brown Sports / August 8
Max Scherzer enters rare MLB company during Phillies game
Max Scherzer unlocked another milestone in his incredible baseball career. The Toronto Blue Jays veteran pitcher started Saturday’s game against the Philadelphia Phillies at Citizens Bank Park in Philadelphia, Pa., and pitched 5 1/3 innings.
MLB News / Yardbarker / August 8
Blue Jays' Max Scherzer reaches historic MLB milestone vs. Phillies
Max Scherzer moved past another baseball legend Saturday night.
Max Scherzer News / Bluejaysnation / August 8
August 8th Gameday: Max Scherzer starts as Blue Jays go for a series win over the Phillies
After a wild finish to Friday night’s game in Philadelphia, the Toronto Blue Jays are looking for another series win. Up 5-2 in the bottom of the ninth, the Philadelphia Phillies threatened, but the Jays managed to hold on for a 5-4 victory on Friday evening.
Trey Yesavage News / Field Level Media / August 8
Blue Jays to send RHP Trey Yesavage (knee) to see a specialist
The Toronto Blue Jays will send right-hander Trey Yesavage to a specialist for his left knee injury, with surgery a possibility. Yesavage was placed in the injured list Wednesday with what was labeled left knee inflammation.
Toronto Blue Jays News / Bluejaysnation / August 8
3 Blue Jays’ prospects on the Bisons who could make their debut in 2026
With the Toronto Blue Jays’ playoff odds sitting at single digits as of the present day, it’s becoming more and more likely that the playoff dreams are slowly becoming a fantasy.
Toronto Blue Jays News / MLB Trade Rumors / August 8
Blue Jays’ Yimi Garcia Diagnosed With Thoracic Outlet Syndrome
TODAY: Garcia has indeed been diagnosed with TOS, as Blue Jays manager John Schneider told Sportsnet’s Arden Zwelling and other media yesterday. Garcia “most likely” won’t pitch in 2026, Schneider said, though the reliever hasn’t yet decided on surgery.
MLB News / Yardbarker / August 7
Mike Trout’s loyalty to Angels is becoming impossible to celebrate
Mike Trout celebrated his 35th birthday in the most predictable way possible. He hit a home run and added another line to a Hall of Fame résumé that ran out of available space years ago.
MLB News / Yardbarker / August 7
Kevin Gausman guides Cubs to fifth straight win in impressive debut
Kevin Gausman delivered a strong first impression in his Chicago Cubs debut Friday night, working seven innings in a 6-4 victory over the Kansas City Royals at Kauffman Stadium.
Toronto Blue Jays News / Yardbarker / August 8
Blue Jays' Jose Soriano delivers promising debut vs. Phillies
Jose Soriano made his debut for the Toronto Blue Jays on Friday night against the Philadelphia Phillies, making his 23rd start of the season.
Toronto Blue Jays News / Yardbarker / August 7
Blue Jays' Brett Bateman to make MLB debut vs. Phillies
Following a highlight-reel performance on Thursday for Triple-A Buffalo and a right quad injury to infielder Luis Urias, the Toronto Blue Jays are calling up Brett Bateman for his MLB debut. Bateman will join Toronto and be active ahead of Friday night's first game of a three-game series against the Philadelphia Phillies.
MLB News / Yardbarker / August 7
Dylan Cease threatening Cam Schlittler as AL Cy Young favorite
While Schlittler has been the frontrunner, Cease's dominant 0.84 ERA with 56 strikeouts since the start of July is giving him the edge as the new favorite to win the award for the first time in in his career.
Trey Yesavage News / MLB Trade Rumors / August 7
Blue Jays’ Trey Yesavage Seeing Specialist For Knee Injury
Imaging on Blue Jays right-hander Trey Yesavage‘s left knee revealed a meniscus issue, per Arden Zwelling of Sportsnet. Yesavage will head to Texas on Monday to visit a specialist.
Toronto Blue Jays News / Yardbarker / August 6
Blue Jays' struggles with RISP get even worse with tough loss to Cubs
The Toronto Blue Jays' hopes of making the postseason are fading. Coincidently, their lingering struggles with runners in scoring position (RISP) have turned into a nightmare.
Toronto Blue Jays News / Yardbarker / August 5
Blue Jays' former No. 1 prospect Ricky Tiedemann could help fill key void with one caveat
Toronto Blue Jays prospect Ricky Tiedemann has been activated off the injury list and has returned to Triple-A Buffalo, signaling a potential late-season call-up.
Toronto Blue Jays News / Larry Brown Sports / August 6
Blue Jays GM makes eye-opening admission about Vladimir Guerrero Jr.
The Toronto Blue Jays were right on the cusp of a World Series title before losing to the Los Angeles Dodgers, and the 2026 season has not gone well for many reasons.
Toronto Blue Jays News / Yardbarker / August 4
How Daulton Varsho trade expands Myles Straw's role with Blue Jays
Straw is in line for a more consistent role following the trade of Varsho.
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