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Injuries plague Blue Jays relievers after long outings in the first half

The Toronto Blue Jays have posted solid bullpen stats (ranked top ten in MLB ERA) this season, despite several injuries. One of which, Nick Sandlin, found himself back on the IL ahead of the All-Star Game after missing significant time earlier in the season as well with a right lat strain.

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Favourite Blue Jays All-Star Memories: Dave Stieb, Damaso Garcia and Afredo Griffin?

Since it is All-Star week, I thought we’d share a couple of favourite All-Star memories 1984 was the first time we had more than one player named to the All-Star team; we had three: Dave Stieb, Damaso Garcia and Alfredo Griffin.

Toronto Blue Jays News / Bluejaysnation / July 16

Under the Radar Blue Jays prospect: Pat Gallagher

One reliever to get excited about is currently in Double-A. The Toronto Blue Jays are starting to see more homegrown relievers in the upper minors. Pat Gallagher is another one of those pitchers, as he’s split his time between High-A and Double-A this season.

Toronto Blue Jays News / Fastball on SI / July 16

Toronto Blue Jays Duo Puts Together Historic Effort in All-Star Game Performance

The National League defeated the American League 7-6 on Tuesday night in the Major League Baseball All-Star Game in Atlanta, Georgia. The National League won thanks to the first-ever "Home Run Derby swing-off," which occurred after the game was tied 6-6 at the end of nine innings.

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MLB held its inaugural Home Run Derby event at the 1985 MLB All-Star Game. How many of the winners can you name in five minutes?

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Toronto Blue Jays News / Bluejaysnation / July 16

Ranking the Blue Jays’ top 6 starting pitching rental targets

Ever since day three of the 2025 season, the Toronto Blue Jays’ starting rotation has been playing catch-up. Whether it was Max Scherzer’s injury or Bowden Francis turning back into a pumpkin, the Blue Jays’ starting five has been behind the eight ball since opening weekend.

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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 16

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.

Toronto Blue Jays News / MLB on ClutchPoints / July 15

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.

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.

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.

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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.

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.

Toronto Blue Jays News / Athlon Sports / July 14

Blue Jays Make Pitching Announcement Before All-Star Game

Against all odds, the Toronto Blue Jays ended the 2025 MLB season's first half as a first-place club. The Blue Jays' journey to maintaining their two-game lead over the New York Yankees officially resumes on Friday at home against the San Francisco Giants, and Toronto already has a plan.

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.

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.