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Amid a full day of baseball, the Toronto Blue Jays have added some fresh arms for the second half of Wednesday’s doubleheader at Camden Yards. Prior to

Toronto Blue Jays News / Bluejaysnation / August 24

Blue Jays Minor League Musings: DSL Blue Jays Red bounced from playoffs, Dub Gleed hits 18th home run

The Toronto Blue Jays are still looking for an affiliate to win some hardware this season. Last Tuesday, the Dominican Summer League regular season came to an end, with the Blue Jays’ DSL Blue Jays Red earning a playoff berth.

Toronto Blue Jays News / Bluejaysnation / August 15

Blue Jays recall Ricky Tiedemann, option Chase Lee to Triple-A Buffalo

Ricky Tiedemann is officially a big leaguer. On Saturday, before the Toronto Blue Jays’ contest against the New York Yankees, the team announced that

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Toronto Blue Jays News / Bluejaysnation / August 11

Blue Jays place Jameson Taillon on IL with right forearm tendonitis, recall Chase Lee

The Toronto Blue Jays’ roster carousel continued on Tuesday afternoon. Before tonight’s contest against the Boston Red Sox, the Blue Jays announced that

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The most surprising player from every MLB team for the 2026 season

The 2026 season has been headlined by young players emerging, but some wily veterans have also had their day. As we head toward the end of the regular season, these 30 players stand out as the biggest surprises on their teams.

Toronto Blue Jays News / Bluejaysnation / August 5

Blue Jays place Trey Yesavage on IL, recall Lazaro Estrada & Chase Lee and option Chad Dallas

The Toronto Blue Jays’ rotation is back down to five healthy arms. On Wednesday, before the series finale against the Houston Astros, the Blue Jays announced

Detroit Tigers News / Detroit Tigers on SI / June 4

Tigers Made One Real Offseason Trade. It's Coming Back to Haunt Them.

In reality, the Detroit Tigers were very quiet regarding trades during the offseason. They made only one meaningful trade with the Toronto Blue Jays. It was simple: right-handed reliever Chase Lee was traded for a minor league left-hander, Johan Simon.

Toronto Blue Jays News / Bluejaysnation / May 28

Blue Jays add Connor Seabold to active roster, Chase Lee optioned to Triple-A Buffalo

On Thursday, before the Toronto Blue Jays’ series opener against the Baltimore Orioles, the Blue Jays officially added pitcher Connor Seabold to the 26-man

Toronto Blue Jays News / Bluejaysnation / May 19

Report: Joe Mantiply heads to IL with knee inflammation, Chase Lee recalled from Buffalo

On Tuesday, prior to the Toronto Blue Jays taking on the New York Yankees in the second game of their four-game series, the Blue Jays placed Joe Mantiply

Toronto Blue Jays News / New Baseball Media / April 27

2026 Transactions: Blue Jays Recall Lee, Mets Sign Slater

An injury to Max Scherzer allowed the Blue Jays to call up Chase Lee on April 27, giving John Schneider another reliever in his bullpen. That was one of several notable moves made across the league on the day, which also saw Jasson Dominguez rejoin the Yankees.

Toronto Blue Jays News / Bluejaysnation / March 23

Chase Lee or Spencer Miles, who will the Blue Jays select for the final bullpen spot?

There are two battles raging for the two final roster spots. According to The Athletic’s Mitch Bannon, Chase Lee, Spencer Miles, Davis Schneider, and Leo Jiménez have all joined the Toronto Blue Jays in Toronto.

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The most disappointing player from every MLB team for the 2026 season

The 2026 season hasn't gone as planned for many MLB players. These 30 players stand out as the biggest disappointments for their respective teams.

Toronto Blue Jays News / Bluejaysnation / February 20

Blue Jays 2026 40-man Roster Review: Chase Lee will likely split this season between Triple-A and the big leagues

A few hours before the Toronto Blue Jays signed submarine reliever Tyler Rogers, they traded for sidearm reliever Chase Lee. This is Blue Jays Nation’s annual 40-man roster review ahead of the new season.

Toronto Blue Jays News / Toronto Blue Jays on SI / February 16

Underrated Trade Acquisition Could Thrive in Blue Jays’ Bullpen

The Toronto Blue Jays have one of the better pitching staffs in all of Major League Baseball going into the 2026 campaign. After taking the Los Angeles Dodgers to Game 7 of the World Series, until proven otherwise, the Blue Jays are the team in the American League to run through.

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Toronto Blue Jays News / Bluebird Banter / February 12

Better Know Your Blue Jays 40-man: Chase Lee

Chase Lee is a 27-year-old, side-arm, right-handed reliever we picked up in trade from the Tigers in December. The Tigers needed a spot on the 40-man roster.

Athletics News / Bluejaysnation / December 26

Blue Jays: 3 players to trade the farm system for this offseason

The Blue Jays have been active on the free agent market so far this offseason, but haven’t yet swung a major trade. They acquired reliever Chase Lee from

MLB News / Bluejaysnation / December 12

Blue Jays trade Johan Simon for Chase Lee

The Toronto Blue Jays have made a trade. No, it’s not for Ketel Marte or any major trade like that. Instead, they’ve sent prospect Johan Simon to the Detroit Tigers in exchange for Chase Lee, a 27-year-old right-handed pitcher.

Detroit Tigers News / MLB Trade Rumors / December 12

Blue Jays Acquire Chase Lee

The Tigers have traded right-hander Chase Lee to the Blue Jays in exchange for minor league lefty Johan Simon, according to announcements from both clubs.

Detroit Tigers News / Bless You Boys / November 19

Tigers protect Thayron Liranzo, Hao-Yu Lee and others from Rule 5 draft

On Tuesday, the Detroit Tigers completed finalizing their roster in advance of the December 10 Rule 5 draft at MLB’s Winter Meetings. They made the decision to protect just about everyone who could be exposed to the Rule 5.

MLB News / Alabama Crimson Tide on SI / September 2, 2025

Former Alabama Closer Chase Lee Called Up by Detroit Tigers: Roll Call

Major League Baseball rosters were officially allowed to expand by two players on Monday, a yearly occurrence when September rolls around. The Detroit Tigers, leaders in the AL Central, chose former Alabama closer Chase Lee as one of their selections.

Detroit Tigers News / Detroit Tigers on SI / September 1, 2025

Tigers Officially Call up Young Outfielder, Relief Pitcher as Rosters Expand

The Detroit Tigers are adding some reinforcements as they enter the final month of the season to win the American League Central title. The Tigers announced that they promoted outfielder Justyn-Henry Malloy and pitcher Chase Lee to the active roster in advance of Monday’s game with the New York Mets.

MLB News / Yardbarker / July 26, 2025

Tigers' needs even more apparent after loss to Blue Jays

If the Detroit Tigers had to go on a slump, they arguably picked the best time. Because days before the July 31 trade deadline, their needs have never been more apparent.

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Detroit Tigers News / Detroit Tigers on SI / May 19, 2025

Tigers Place Reese Olson on Injured List, Recall Chase Lee from Toledo

The Detroit Tigers are down another starting pitcher. According to an announcement from the team, the Tigers have placed right-handed pitcher Reese Olson on the 15-day injured list after he was pulled from a start on Saturday in the midst of another great performance.

Detroit Tigers News / Alabama Crimson Tide on SI / May 13, 2025