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The Toronto Blue Jays love defensively sound catchers. In 2026, the team had three main catchers, Alejandro Kirk, Brandon Valenzuela, and Tyler Heineman.

Toronto Blue Jays News / Toronto Blue Jays on SI / October 15

Case for Blue Jays Brandon Valenzuela to See More Time Behind Plate in 2027

To say the Toronto Blue Jays were playing from behind the second that Opening Day came around in 2026 would be an understatement. Injuries completely dismantled their roster before the first pitch was ever thrown, and things only got worse as time went on.

Toronto Blue Jays News / Bluejaysnation / October 14

5 Blue Jays named 2026 American League Gold Glove finalists

The Toronto Blue Jays’ defensive efforts during the 2026 season are being recognized. On Wednesday, five Blue Jays including right-hander José Soriano,

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How many of the managers of the World Series teams from the 21st century can you name in six minutes?

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Toronto Blue Jays News / Bluebird Banter / October 14

Five Blue Jays Are Gold Glove Finalists

There are five Jays listed among the ‘finalists’ for the Gold Glove awards. Finalist is a funny term, since the vote has happened, but five are among the top three in the vote at their position.

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25 things we learned from the 2026 MLB season

The 2026 MLB season was full of great performances, breakout stars, and incredible feats. These are the 25 things we learned along the way.

Toronto Blue Jays News / Yardbarker / September 9

Blue Jays' Brandon Valenzuela's offense has declined since departure of Tyler Heineman

Since the departure of veteran catcher Tyler Heineman, Toronto Blue Jays rookie catcher Brandon Valenzuela's offense has taken a major detour.

Josh Smith has been a productive addition for Blue Jays

Blue Jays' Kazuma Okamoto becomes fifth Japanese-born player to reach significant home run milestone

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Toronto Blue Jays News / MLB on ClutchPoints / August 20

Blue Jays’ Brandon Valenzuela sends ‘dad’ reaction to Max Scherzer’s praise

The Toronto Blue Jays are hanging tough in the postseason race, as they moved to 63-66 on the season following their 6-1 victory over the Tampa Bay Rays.

MLB News / Bluejaysnation / July 8

Newly acquired stuffed dragon ignites Blue Jays’ struggling offence

Sometimes, you never know what you’ll find when you arrive at the ballpark. On Tuesday, with the Toronto Blue Jays enduring a miserable West Coast road trip and coming off one of their sloppiest performances of the season, players and coaches alike discovered a few new additions around the clubhouse: toy dragons.

Toronto Blue Jays News / Bluejaysnation / July 3

How Blue Jays have split playing time between the Alejandro Kirk-Brandon Valenzuela tandem

In the three weeks since Alejandro Kirk returned from a fractured left thumb, the two-time All-Star has brought a sense of normalcy back behind the plate for the Toronto Blue Jays’ roster, and he’s also formed one of the sport’s most exciting catching tandems with rookie Brandon Valenzuela.

Toronto Blue Jays News / Bluejaysnation / June 25

Where do the Blue Jays’ catching duo of Kirk and Valenzuela rank among MLB’s best?

After two months on the IL with a fractured thumb, Alejandro Kirk has returned to the Toronto Blue Jays lineup. In 2025, he was second only to George Springer in fWAR for the Blue Jays and second to Cal Raleigh among catchers in MLB (4.7).

MLB News / Field Level Media / June 18

Brandon Valenzuela delivers in 9th, Blue Jays sweep Red Sox

Brandon Valenzuela's two-out double against Aroldis Chapman drove in Ernie Clement with the go-ahead run in the ninth inning and the visiting Toronto Blue Jays completed a three-game sweep of the Boston Red Sox with a 4-3 victory Wednesday afternoon.

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25 records that were broken during the 2026 MLB season

The 2026 MLB season was historic in many ways. These 25 records were broken during the season.

Toronto Blue Jays News / Athlon Sports / June 16

Blue Jays Facing Vladimir Guerrero Jr. Decision After Brandon Valenzuela News

It is no secret that Toronto Blue Jaysfirst basemanVladimir Guerrero Jr. is struggling, now in his eighth year with the organization. The Blue Jays have stumbled to a 34-38 record, and while injuries have played a role in their disappointing season, so has the play of Guerrero.

Toronto Blue Jays News / Bluejaysnation / June 10

Instant Reaction: Brandon Valenzuela’s late heroics help the Blue Jays walk off the Phillies

The 2026 Toronto Blue Jays had a 2025-esque comeback win on Tuesday night, rallying from down one in the ninth inning to defeat the Philadelphia Phillies 3-2.

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MLB News / Field Level Media / June 9

Brandon Valenzuela, Blue Jays rally past Phillies in ninth

Brandon Valenzuela capped a two-run ninth inning with a walk-off single as the Toronto Blue Jays defeated the visiting Philadelphia Phillies 3-2 on Tuesday.

Toronto Blue Jays News / Just Baseball / June 8

Revisiting the Heist That Landed the Blue Jays a Stud Catcher

On paper, the Will Wagner-for-Brandon Valenzuela trade seemed like a nothingburger. So far this season, it’s been evident that’s not the case. When the Toronto Blue Jays traded for Valenzuela in July of 2025, expectations weren’t super high.

Toronto Blue Jays News / Bluejaysnation / June 6

Instant Reaction: Blue Jays beat Orioles behind big days from Clement and Valenzuela

The Blue Jays came out swinging Saturday afternoon. After putting together a quiet offensive performance Friday night, the Jays’ bats fared much better this afternoon, collecting 12 hits and scoring six en route to a victory over the Baltimore Orioles.

Toronto Blue Jays News / Yardbarker / June 6

Blue Jays must keep Brandon Valenzuela on roster when Alejandro Kirk returns

Toronto Blue Jays rookie catcher Brandon Valenzuela continues to demonstrate why he deserves to remain on the roster when Alejandro Kirk returns from the injured list.

The Blue Jays should not carry three catchers when Alejandro Kirk returns

Ernie Clement dazzles all-around as Blue Jays down Orioles

Chad Dallas puts on radiant performance in his MLB debut for Blue Jays

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Toronto Blue Jays News / Yardbarker / May 28

Blue Jays catcher Brandon Valenzuela's defense continues to impress

Toronto Blue Jays rookie catcher Brandon Valenzuela has demonstrated his defensive prowess behind the plate.

Bases-loaded walk sends Blue Jays to victory over Orioles

The Blue Jays Face a Significant Challenge Without Dylan Cease

'Early favorite' emerges in potential Tarik Skubal trade

The 'ALCS MVPs' quiz

Toronto Blue Jays News / Yardbarker / May 9

Blue Jays' Brandon Valenzuela making the most of increased playing time

Upon the return of All-Star catcher Alejandro Kirk, rookie Toronto Blue Jays catcher Brandon Valenzuela deserves to be the backup.

Ernie Clement racks up five hits as Blue Jays maul Angels

Blue Jays' Dylan Cease stifles Angels again

Blue Jays reinstate OF Addison Barger from injured list

Blue Jays prospect Juan Sanchez hits first Single-A home run

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Toronto Blue Jays News / Yardbarker / May 3

Tyler Heineman has been a black hole in Blue Jays' lineup

A black hole has been present in the Toronto Blue Jays lineup, and the culprit is catcher Tyler Heineman.

Blue Jays post eight-run inning, rally over Twins

Blue Jays' Yohendrick Pinango making case for long-term roster spot

Patrick Corbin has effectively stabilized the Blue Jays rotation

The 'ALCS MVPs' quiz

Toronto Blue Jays News / Toronto Blue Jays on SI / May 1

Blue Jays Notes: Brandon Valenzuela Rises, Vladimir Guerrero Slugs, Road Woes

It is hard to be too critical of the Toronto Blue Jays after the team's 7-1 loss against the Minnesota Twins in the series opener as the team was 7-3 in the last 10 games going into that game, as shorthanded as they are.

MLB News / Yardbarker / April 10

Blue Jays' Brandon Valenzuela slugs first MLB HR

Rookie Brandon Valenzuela slugs first MLB HR, powers Blue Jays to victory

Led by an unlikely slugger, the Toronto Blue Jays enjoyed their best offensive performance of the season so far on Friday night.

Blue Jays' Davis Schneider deserves more playing time

Blue Jays' Louis Varland proving his reliability in the bullpen

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Toronto Blue Jays News / Bluejaysnation / April 5

What the Blue Jays are getting in Brandon Valenzuela

Following Saturday’s 6-3 loss to the Chicago White Sox, it was announced that Brandon Valenzuela will make his big league debut on Sunday. It’s probably a little sooner than the Toronto Blue Jays would have wanted, but with Alejandro Kirk fracturing his thumb in Friday’s loss, Valenzuela had to be called up.