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Game 3 of the 2025 World Series dragged on until nearly 3 A.M. Eastern Time. Six hours and 39 minutes and 18 innings, tied for the longest World Series game ever.

Toronto Blue Jays News / Bluejaysnation / October 28

Eric Lauer continues to shine when the Blue Jays need him the most

The Toronto Blue Jays were on the wrong end of a historic matchup at Dodger Stadium last night, with the Jays dropping a 6-5 game to Los Angeles thanks to a walk-off home run by Freddie Freeman in the 18th inning.

Toronto Blue Jays News / Sporting News / October 28

Why Eric Lauer is pitching out of Blue Jays' bullpen in World Series

Toronto had no choice.

Toronto Blue Jays News / Yardbarker Quizzes

The 'World Series single-game K leaders' quiz

How many of the MLB pitchers to get at least 10 strikeouts in one World Series appearance can you name in six minutes?

The 'World Series Game 1 starters' quiz

The 'World Series walk-off home runs' quiz

The 'Playoff home run leaders by MLB team' quiz

Toronto Blue Jays News / Bluejaysnation / October 12

Blue Jays ALCS pitching plan: bullpen day success vs. veteran starter additions

It’s hard to argue with the effectiveness of the Toronto Blue Jays’ bullpen days in recent weeks. First came eight innings of one-run ball led by Louis Varland as an opener and Eric Lauer in bulk relief for a crucial win over the Boston Red Sox on September 25, ending a late-season slide.

MLB News / Yardbarker

25 notable MLB Hall of Famers who never won a World Series

Among the countless Hall of Famers who never experienced the joy of winning a World Series, there are several notable legends who stand out. Here's our list of the 25 greatest.

Toronto Blue Jays News / Bluejaysnation / September 2

4 underrated players providing some power behind the Toronto Blue Jays this season

Behind every successful team, there are some players quietly contributing outside of the spotlight. No team can reap the rewards with just one or two star players pulling in their weights, and for the Blue Jays, there have been quite a few players who stepped up to have career seasons of their own.

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

Playoff Push: Blue Jays Opt for Five-Man Starting Rotation

The Toronto Blue Jays announced (per Arden Zwelling) that they are going to be moving forward with a five-man starting rotation; in correlation to this Eric Lauer will be moving to the bullpen (which isn't hard to believe after his last start).

Toronto Blue Jays News / Bluejaysnation / August 31

Blue Jays: Why Eric Lauer moving to the bullpen may be the right decision

With the Blue Jays’ playoff push set to trek through September, things have not always been as optimal as this past weekend showed. The taxed bullpen has struggled to record outs and has surrendered far too many runs, making it time to consider ways to help them.

Toronto Blue Jays News / Bluejaysnation / August 25

Eric Lauer returns to the Blue Jays rotation after phantom bullpen stint

The Toronto Blue Jays moved Eric Lauer to the bullpen this past weekend, but the southpaw wasn’t needed in Miami. Manager John Schneider announced last week that with Shane Bieber joining the squad and making the start on Friday, Lauer was going to be moved to the relief corps in a move that was deemed temporary by the Jays’ skipper.

Toronto Blue Jays News / MLB Trade Rumors / August 20

Blue Jays manager reveals rotation plans

Toronto Blue Jays manager John Schneider spoke to reporters about the club’s upcoming rotation plans.

Report: Eric Lauer is available for the Blue Jays out of the bullpen this weekend

Blue Jays manager John Schneider ejected after ripping umpire

Blue Jays manager takes shot at Tommy Pham after benches-clearing incident

Which MLB teams have the longest World Series droughts?

The '250-strikeout MLB seasons' quiz

MLB News / Yardbarker

The 25 greatest pitching seasons from the modern MLB era

America's favorite pastime has more memorable performances than any sport. As such, figuring out which pitchers had the best seasons ever is no easy task.

Toronto Blue Jays News / Bluejaysnation / August 20

Report: Eric Lauer is available for the Blue Jays out of the bullpen this weekend

The Toronto Blue Jays are making some temporary changes to the rotation. With the impending arrival of Shane Bieber, who is making his slated to make his

Toronto Blue Jays News / Just Baseball / August 7

Eric Lauer Has Pitched Like the Blue Jays’ Unexpected Ace

When the Toronto Blue Jays took the field for Opening Day, many fans didn’t know what to expect from the 2025 squad. Most, likely, were disillusioned after multiple seasons of heartbreaking disappointment.

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The 'NFL passer rating leaders' quiz

The 'World Series walk-off home runs' quiz

The 'Active 140-yard, two TD catch games' quiz

The 'Active NFL receptions leaders' quiz

MLB News / Field Level Media / August 4

Blue Jays bid to get back on track in opener vs. Rockies

The Toronto Blue Jays have stumbled a bit since soaring to the top of the American League East by winning 19 of 23 games. Toronto has lost six of its last eight contests to see its lead in the division dwindle to three games.

Toronto Blue Jays News / Larry Brown Sports / July 26

Eric Lauer tells a story about Max Scherzer to explain his fat lip

Eric Lauer, the 30-year-old left-hander and youngest member of the Toronto Blue Jays’ rotation, showed up on Thursday ahead of a three-game series with the Detroit Tigers sporting a nasty wound.

MLB News / Bluejaysnation / July 25

Eric Lauer delivers best start of resurgent 2025 season versus slumping Tigers: ‘He’s our unsung MVP’

Fresh off a massive series win over the New York Yankees, it was off to Comerica Park for a pivotal four-game set versus the Detroit Tigers, with left-hander Eric Lauer taking the ball in Thursday’s series opener — and he kept the train rolling.

MLB News / Yardbarker / July 25

Blue Jays stay atop the AL, take advantage of slumping Tigers

In a showdown between two of the best teams in baseball, the Toronto Blue Jays got the better of the slumping Detroit Tigers.

Blue Jays aren't getting enough from their $500M man

Most-traded player in MLB history announces his retirement

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

The '2024 MLB RBI leaders' quiz

MLB News / MLB on ClutchPoints / July 24

Eric Lauer’s recent praise ought to frighten Yankees fans

After making a statement in their series win over the New York Yankees, the Toronto Blue Jays continued their winning ways Thursday. The team began a four-game stint against the AL Central-leading Tigers and easily dispatched Detroit 11-4 behind another strong performance from Eric Lauer.

Toronto Blue Jays News / Fastball on SI / June 25

Veteran Swingman Eric Lauer Extends Historic Start to Toronto Blue Jays Tenure

After posting lackluster numbers in Korea and the minor leagues, it seemed like Eric Lauer's time as an effective big league pitcher had run out. But the veteran left-hander has certainly made the most of his chance with the Toronto Blue Jays.

MLB News / Field Level Media / June 23

Guardians happy to be home -- as is Jays' starter Eric Lauer

After a nine-game West Coast trip, the Guardians are back in Cleveland. They went 4-5 on their journey, being swept by the Seattle Mariners before bouncing back with series victories against the San Francisco Giants and Athletics.

Toronto Blue Jays News / Field Level Media / June 18

Eric Lauer fans eight as Blue Jays cruise past Diamondbacks

Eric Lauer struck out a season-best eight, Bo Bichette homered among three hits and the Toronto Blue Jays defeated the visiting Arizona Diamondbacks 8-1 on Wednesday night.

Pittsburgh Pirates News / MLB Trade Rumors / May 16, 2024

Veteran lefty exercises release clause with Pirates

A veteran left-hander exercised an out clause in his minor league deal with thee Pirates and has been granted his release.

Paul Skenes' promotion has plenty of implications for Pirates

Every MLB pitcher in the 3,000-strikeout club

The 'No. 1 overall pick in the MLB Draft' quiz

Pittsburgh Pirates News / Pittsburgh Baseball Now / April 22, 2024

Pirates Prospect Watch: Eric Lauer Ramps Up For Big Leagues

Pirates’ farm teams enjoyed an action packed Sunday, with a shutout win, and two last-second comeback attempts, one of which ended in a walk-off win. Eric Lauer set the tone for Triple-A Indianapolis, firing five scoreless innings that would’ve been perfect were it not for a Nick Gonzales error.

Pittsburgh Pirates News / DK Pittsburgh Sports / March 11, 2024

Newly-signed Lauer feeling healthy, motivated to prove himself

FORT MYERS, Fla. -- After an injury-plagued 2023 campaign that included on-field struggles in a limited amount of appearances, Eric Lauer is feeling strong