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Blue Jays sign Danny Thompson and Austin Smith to under-slot deals

The Toronto Blue Jays have signed two of their drafted players, as well as four additional undrafted free agents. According to Baseball America’s Carlos Collazo, the Blue Jays have signed eight-rounder Danny Thompson Jr.

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1 Fatal flaw Toronto Blue Jays must address before 2025 MLB trade deadline

While the Boston Red Sox are on a tear, they are still chasing the Toronto Blue Jays. John Schneider’s belief in George Springer and the rest of his roster has born fruit after a slow start.

Toronto Blue Jays News / Field Level Media / July 15

Rob Manfred on ASG: 'I'd like to be back in Toronto'

It has been so long since Major League Baseball's All-Star Game was played north of the border, the American League squad included Carlton Fisk -- who's now 77 years old.

Toronto Blue Jays News / New Baseball Media / July 15

2025 MLB First-Half Recap: Toronto Blue Jays

It’s been 10 years since the Toronto Blue Jays have won the AL East title. But as of the 2025 All-Star break, the Jays are in first place in the division and have a chance to do something special.

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The 'No. 1 overall MLB Draft picks' quiz

MLB has been holding its annual draft since 1965. Over that period, many of the No. 1 overall selections have gone on to have illustrious careers, while others have been complete busts. How many of them can you name in six minutes?

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MLB News / Bluejaysnation / July 15

Getting to know Jake Cook, Blue Jays’ 2025 third-round selection

The Toronto Blue Jays surprised many people on draft night with this selection, taking outfielder Jake Cook from Southern Mississippi in the third round.

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25 MLB players who might be fantasy league winners in the second half

It's crunch time for fantasy baseball managers as we head into the final two months of the regular season. These 25 players could make all the difference as pickups or acquisitions for fantasy rosters.

Toronto Blue Jays News / Bluejaysnation / July 15

3 prospects the Blue Jays shouldn’t trade at the deadline

With the trade deadline just around the corner and the division lead on the line, the Toronto Blue Jays certainly need to trade for at least two pitchers and a position player to boost their roster strength.

Toronto Blue Jays News / Bluebird Banter / July 15

Pick Your First Half Blue Jays Cy Young

We did the hitting side yesterday, let’s do the pitching side today. Like the batters, there is no clear choice in who the Jays' top pitcher is. Chris Bassitt: 4.12 ERA in 20 games, 19 starts, 107 innings.

Toronto Blue Jays News / Bluejaysnation / July 15

Blue Jays select Ty Peeples 592nd overall

Did somebody say hedge pick? With the 592nd overall pick, the Toronto Blue Jays’ 20th rounder, they selected outfielder Ty Peeples. Standing at 6’2”, 185 lbs, Peeples ranked as MLB Pipeline’s 242nd-best draft prospect.

Toronto Blue Jays News / Bluejaysnation / July 15

Blue Jays select Will Cresswell 532nd overall

The Toronto Blue Jays have picked two catchers in their last three picks. With the 532nd overall pick, the Jays selected Washington State University catcher Will Cresswell.

Toronto Blue Jays News / Bluejaysnation / July 15

Former Blue Jays right-hander Jim Clancy dead at 69

The Toronto Blue Jays announced yesterday that former big leaguer Jim Clancy has passed away at the age of 69. No cause of death was revealed. Clancy, a former fourth-round draft pick of the Texas Rangers, was acquired by the Jays during the 1976 expansion draft and spent 12 seasons with the Jays, spanning from 1977 through 1988.

Toronto Blue Jays News / Minor League Baseball on SI / July 14

The Next Generation: Former MLB Star's Son Drafted By Toronto Blue Jays

Another son of a former All-Star was taken off the draft board Monday. A day after the Colorado Rockies made high school shortstop Ethan Holliday – the son of ex-major leaguer Matt Holliday – the No.

MLB News / Yardbarker / July 14

The Blue Jays should ask about this productive rival DH

Boasting a 55-41, first-place record, the Toronto Blue Jays have surprisingly established themselves as one of the dominant forces in the American League.

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Toronto Blue Jays News / Bluejaysnation / July 14

Blue Jays select Jaxson West 472nd overall

It took until the 16th round, but the Toronto Blue Jays have selected their first catcher in the 2025 MLB draft. With the 472nd overall pick, the Blue Jays selected Jaxson West from Florida State University.

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Toronto Blue Jays News / Bluejaysnation / July 14

Blue Jays select Noah Palmese 412th overall

The Toronto Blue Jays have selected their fair share of college pitchers in the 2025 MLB draft. In the 14th round, they selected Noah Palmese out of Webber International University.

Toronto Blue Jays News / Bluejaysnation / July 14

Blue Jays select Blaine Bullard 352nd overall

The Toronto Blue Jays have used their savings from the first 10 rounds to draft a high school outfielder. In the 12th round of the 2025 MLB draft, the Blue Jays selected Blaine Bullard, who ranked as MLB Pipeline’s 120th-best draft-eligible prospect.

Toronto Blue Jays News / Bluejaysnation / July 14

Blue Jays select Jared Spencer 322nd overall

The Toronto Blue Jays have selected a top 250 prospect with their 11th-round pick. They were indeed saving up some slot money with their previous picks, as they’ve gone for a massive upside play in the 11th round, taking Jared Spencer out of the University of Texas.

MLB News / Athlon Sports / July 14

Blue Jays-Diamondbacks Trade Report Surfaces During MLB All-Star Break

The 2025 MLB All-Star break is officially here, and the Toronto Blue Jays are in a great spot. They are 7-3 in their last 10 games and own a two-game lead over the New York Yankees for the AL East lead.

Toronto Blue Jays News / Bluejaysnation / July 14

Blue Jays select Austin Smith 292nd overall

The Toronto Blue Jays have selected their second outfielder of the 2025 MLB Draft. With the 292nd overall pick, the Toronto Blue Jays have selected Austin Smith, an outfielder from the University of San Diego.

Toronto Blue Jays News / Bluejaysnation / July 14

Blue Jays select Karson Ligon 262nd overall

With the 262nd overall pick, the Toronto Blue Jays have selected Karson Ligon, a right-handed pitcher from Mississippi State. Ligon began his Collegiate career with the Miami Hurricanes and pitched a couple seasons with them in 2021 and 2022 before transferring to Mississippi State for the 2023 and 2024 seasons.

Alek Manoah News / Bluejaysnation / July 14

Blue Jays: Alek Manoah pitched in competitive game for first time in over a year

For the first time in 411 days, Toronto Blue Jays‘ pitcher Alek Manoah has stepped foot on a mound in a competitive fashion. On Monday afternoon, Manoah pitched for the Florida Complex League Blue Jays on a rehab assignment.

Toronto Blue Jays News / RugbyPass / July 14

Bad news for Jamie Ritchie and Tom Jordan in Scotland injury update

Scotland have lost Jamie Ritchie and Tom Jordan to injury for their final summer tour match against Samoa.

Zac Gallen News / MLB Trade Rumors / July 13

Blue Jays interested in trading for Diamondbacks starter

After operating with a short-handed rotation for much of the season, starting pitching is a natural need for the Blue Jays as the deadline approaches.

Toronto Blue Jays News / Just Baseball / July 13

2025 MLB Draft Preview: Toronto Blue Jays

Ladies and gentlemen, we’ve finally arrived at what many baseball fans consider to be the best time of year: the 2025 MLB Draft. Starting Sunday evening at 6pm ET, the first 43 picks, involving many faces that will be the future of this sport, will be made.

Vladimir Guerrero Jr. News / Fastball on SI / July 12

Vladimir Guerrero Jr. Makes Toronto Blue Jays History with Latest Base Knocks

Toronto Blue Jays star Vladimir Guerrero Jr. made some team history on Friday night as the Jays beat the A's 7-6 in West Sacramento, Calif. Per Foul Territory TV on social media: Vladimir Guerrero Jr.

Tommy Nance News / MLB Trade Rumors / July 11

Blue Jays select veteran reliever's contract

The Blue Jays announced that they have selected the contract of right-hander Tommy Nance. In a corresponding move, fellow righty Ryan Burr was placed directly onto the 60-day injured list with a right rotator cuff strain, which opened both an active roster and a 40-man roster spot for Nance.