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At the 2026 trade deadline, the Toronto Blue Jays made some pretty interesting moves. What seemed like a sell-off with the Kevin Gausman trade to the Cubs quickly pivoted when the Jays traded for Angels starter Jose Soriano, giving the impression that Toronto wasn’t throwing in the towel but was making some moves with the future in mind.

Toronto Blue Jays News / Toronto Blue Jays on SI / September 9

Josh Smith Has Earned Every Day At-Bats and Blue Jays Need To Give It to Him

When the trade deadline arrived this season, the Toronto Blue Jays acted as both buyers and sellers, as they had not yet made a significant push for the playoffs.

MLB News / Bluejaysnation / September 9

AL Wild Card race update: Blue Jays, Guardians, and Rangers all pick up a win

Not a whole lot changed in the wild card race on Tuesday. Playing the late game against the Athletics, the Toronto Blue Jays picked up a 4-2 victory thanks to back-to-back home runs by Josh Smith and Kazuma Okamoto, while tacking on two insurance runs later in the game.

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Toronto Blue Jays News / Yardbarker / September 9

Josh Smith has been a productive addition for Blue Jays

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

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Athletics News / Bluebird Banter / September 9

Jays Beat A’s

Blue Jays 4 A’s 2 We got off to an early lead today; Josh Smith and Kazuma Okamoto each homered in the second inning. And we got two more in the sixth.

Toronto Blue Jays News / Bluejaysnation / August 30

Blue Jays’ Josh Smith picks up hit in third rehab game with Triple-A Buffalo

As Major League Baseball gets ready to expand their rosters on September 1, the timing could not be better for Josh Smith. On Saturday, Smith, whom the

Toronto Blue Jays News / Bluejaysnation / August 28

Blue Jays’ Josh Smith drives in two during first rehab game with Triple-A Buffalo

The Toronto Blue Jays could soon be getting back one of their trade deadline acquisitions. On Thursday night, Josh Smith made a rehab appearance with Triple-A

Toronto Blue Jays News / MLB on ClutchPoints / August 27

Blue Jays could get pivotal Josh Smith boost soon

It’s a testament to the Toronto Blue Jays’ resiliency that despite being a bit of a selling ballclub at the trade deadline, they remain in the periphery of the AL Wild Card race.

Toronto Blue Jays News / Athlon Sports / August 21

Blue Jays Announce Replacement After Unfortunate News

The Toronto Blue Jays made multiple moves at this year’s trade deadline to address their depth. One of the more under-the-radar additions was acquiring utility man Josh Smith from the Texas Rangers.

Toronto Blue Jays News / Bluejaysnation / August 21

Blue Jays activate Spencer Arrighetti, recall Davis Schneider and place Josh Smith on IL amid roster shuffle

Before Friday night’s series opener against the New York Yankees, the Toronto Blue Jays made a flurry of roster moves. The Blue Jays activated Spencer Arrighetti off the 15-day injured list, and he is set to be active for tonight’s contest.

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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 / Field Level Media / August 8

Josh Smith's big night helps Blue Jays hold off Phillies

Josh Smith collected three hits, including a homer, and scored three runs as the visiting Toronto Blue Jays held on to nip the Philadelphia Phillies 5-4 on Friday.

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Texas Rangers News / Texas Rangers on SI / August 4

Biggest Winners and Losers from the Texas Rangers Trade Deadline

It was not an exciting trade deadline for the Texas Rangers. The players that traded hands could nearly be counted on one hand. The Rangers traded infielder Josh Smith, infield prospect Angel Arredondo and pitching prospect Josh Stephan.

MLB News / Field Level Media / August 3

Rangers send INF Josh Smith to Blue Jays for LHP Adam Macko

The Toronto Blue Jays acquired utility infielder Josh Smith in a trade with the Texas Rangers on Monday. Smith, who has bounced between the major leagues and Triple-A this season, gets a fresh start in Toronto, while Texas is acquiring rookie left-hander Adam Macko, per the reports.

MLB News / MLB Trade Rumors / August 3

Rangers, Blue Jays Swap Josh Smith, Adam Macko

The Rangers have sent infielder Josh Smith and minor league right-hander Josh Stephan to the Blue Jays for left-hander Adam Macko, per announcements from both clubs.

Texas Rangers News / MLB Trade Rumors / July 25

Rangers Place Josh Jung On IL, Recall Josh Smith

Third baseman Josh Jung went on the injured list with a right calf strain before Friday’s matchup against the Mariners. The Rangers recalled utilityman Josh Smith to add some infield depth.

Texas Rangers News / MLB Trade Rumors / June 19

Rangers Option Josh Smith, Select Jarred Kelenic

The Rangers announced that they have selected the contract of outfielder Jarred Kelenic. Infielder Josh Smith has been optioned to Triple-A Round Rock as the corresponding active roster move.

Texas Rangers News / Athlon Sports / June 15

How Rangers' Super Utility Man Has Fared Since Beginning Rehab Assignment

The Texas Rangers have been without one of their most versatile players for much of the 2026 season. Josh Smith, 28, has been sidelined since May 3 with a combination of a glute strain, wrist soreness, and viral meningitis.

Texas Rangers News / Texas Rangers on SI / May 29

Josh Smith Returns to Rangers After Bout with Viral Meningitis

Josh Smith returned to the Texas Rangers clubhouse on Thursday for the first time since he went into the hospital two weeks ago for viral meningitis. Smith remains on the 10-day injured list, which is where he was before he suffered the illness, and it's unclear exactly when he'll be able to return to the field.

Texas Rangers News / Field Level Media / May 16

Rangers 2B Josh Smith battling viral meningitis

Texas Rangers second baseman Josh Smith is undergoing treatment for viral meningitis at a Dallas-area hospital, the team announced. Smith, 28, started feeling ill this week and visited doctors on Wednesday.

Texas Rangers News / Texas Rangers on SI / May 15

Josh Smith’s Injury Situation Takes Serious Turn for Rangers

The Texas Rangers received some alarming news on Friday that goes far beyond the grass of the baseball field. Second baseman Josh Smith has been diagnosed with viral meningitis and is hospitalized.

Texas Rangers News / Field Level Media / May 5

Rangers place 2B Josh Smith (glute) on 10-day IL

The Texas Rangers placed second baseman Josh Smith on the 10-day injured list Tuesday with a right glute strain. As a corresponding move, the Rangers recalled infielder Justin Foscue from Triple-A Round Rock.

MLB News / MLB on ClutchPoints / April 9

The Mariners’ ‘holy ****’ HR robbery that left Rangers’ Josh Smith ‘wanting to cry’

The Texas Rangers completed a statement series sweep of the Seattle Mariners, but a highlight-reel defensive play ultimately stole the spotlight. Despite Texas’ dominance, a dramatic home run robbery involving Josh Smith became one of the most talked-about moments of the game.

Texas Rangers News / Just Baseball / July 16, 2025

Josh Smith: The Perfect Utility Guy

The All-Star Game is one of the cherished parts of the baseball calendar. A moment where the game’s best players all come together on one field to complete against each other.

Texas Rangers News / Yardbarker / April 5, 2023

Rangers OF reveals extent of injuries after HBP to face

Rangers OF reveals extent of injuries after being hit in face with pitch

Rangers outfielder Josh Smith had a big scare on Monday night when he was hit in the face by a pitch. On Tuesday, Smith revealed the extent of his injuries, and it was not as bad as it could have been.

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