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Athletics News / Bluejaysnation / October 7

Blue Jays’ Kazuma Okamoto named to Baseball America’s 2026 MLB All-Rookie Team

Kazuma Okamoto’s strong rookie campaign with the Toronto Blue Jays is being rewarded. On Tuesday, it was announced that Okamoto was named to Baseball

Toronto Blue Jays News / Toronto Blue Jays on SI / October 6

Why Blue Jays Kazuma Okamoto Was Selected to All-Rookie Team

If there is one position player on the Toronto Blue Jays roster that deserves the spotlight, it is Kazuma Okamoto, who just capped off a truly incredible rookie campaign.

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The 'Most 3-HR MLB Playoffs' quiz

Can you name every MLB player to hit at least three home runs in multiple postseasons in eight minutes?

Toronto Blue Jays News / Just Baseball / October 4

The Blue Jays’ Approach in Japan Can Only Mean Good Things

Kazuma Okamoto was a giant addition for the Toronto Blue Jays in 2026. If they want to contend in 2027, it’s time for Toronto to continue bringing in Japan’s best.

Athletics News / Yardbarker

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 / October 2

As off-season planning begins, exposure to Japanese market remains area of interest for Blue Jays

TORONTO — After years of dipping their toes into the Pacific Rim market, and a successful first season for Japanese slugger Kazuma Okamoto with the Blue Jays, the organization appears committed to further exploring growth opportunities in that part of the world this winter.

Toronto Blue Jays News / Toronto Blue Jays on SI / September 28

Putting a Grade on Blue Jays' Kazuma Okamoto’s Rookie Season

The Toronto Blue Jays didn't expect to miss the playoffs in 2026 after a trip to the World Series in 2025, but that's the reality they find themselves in.

Toronto Blue Jays News / Bluejaysnation / September 28

Blue Jays: Examining international free agents likely to be posted this off-season

It’s hard to argue against Kazuma Okamoto being the Toronto Blue Jays’ best position player in 2026. Signed in the 2025-26 off-season, the Blue Jays have upped their pursuit of players born in the Pacific Rim the last few seasons.

MLB News / Field Level Media / September 26

Blue Jays seek to take series from Reds, end season on positive note

Third baseman Kazuma Okamoto has been a bright spot for the Toronto Blue Jays in their disappointing season. He had two doubles and three RBIs on Friday night in a 6-5 victory over the visiting Cincinnati Reds (74-86) in the opener of a three-game series, with Game 2 on tap for Saturday afternoon.

MLB News / Field Level Media / September 25

Blue Jays rally with 4-run 7th to edge Reds

Kazuma Okamoto keyed a four-run seventh with a two-run double Friday night and the Toronto Blue Jays defeated the visiting Cincinnati Reds 6-5. Okamoto also had an RBI double in the first inning and has 92 RBIs this season to lead the Blue Jays (78-82), who took the opener of the three-game series with the Reds (74-86).

Toronto Blue Jays News / Fastball on SI / September 15

Blue Jays’ Kazuma Okamoto Keeps Climbing MLB’s Record Books

While the 2026 Major League Baseball season has been difficult overall for the Toronto Blue Jays, there's no denying the fact that their addition of Japanese slugger Kazuma Okamoto has been a good one.

MLB News / Yardbarker

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 / Toronto Blue Jays on SI / September 15

Kazuma Okamoto Continues Historic Season and Breaks 24-Year-Old Record

For a moment, the Blue Jays were living the excitement of an offensive scene they had not been able to enjoy all year: George Springer and Vladimir Guerrero Jr.

Toronto Blue Jays News / Yardbarker / September 12

Blue Jays' Kazuma Okamoto's plate discipline adds to impressive rookie season

Kazuma Okamoto's rookie season with the Toronto Blue Jays has been a massive win, as he leads the team in home runs (31) and RBI (84). His 31 home runs also rank him second among all third basemen in MLB.

Blue Jays' Brett Bateman hits his first two MLB home runs in back-to-back games

Blue Jays unexpectedly promote minor-league speedster Rudy Martin Jr.

The 'World Series single-game K leaders' quiz

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The 'Rushing TDs by active NFL WRs' quiz

The 'Most 3-HR MLB Playoffs' quiz

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The 'Last 2-rushing-TD duos by team' quiz

Athletics News / Toronto Blue Jays on SI / September 10

Kazuma Okamoto Continues to Make History with Home Run Prowess

The 2026 season has been anything but predictable for the Toronto Blue Jays, and one thing that's remained steady and reliable has been the home run prowess of rookie third baseman Kazuma Okamoto.

Athletics News / Bluejaysnation / September 10

Blue Jays slugger Kazuma Okamoto becomes fifth Japanese player to hit 30 home runs in a season

Kazuma Okamoto has spent his first Major League season rewriting record books, and on Tuesday night, he conquered yet another milestone, one that only four other Japanese-born players in history had ever reached.

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.

Athletics News / Field Level Media / September 9

Jays' Kazuma Okamoto strives to continue homer surge vs. A's

Kazuma Okamoto has been an immediate hit in his first season in North America and has etched his name on a formidable list of Japanese sluggers. Okamoto

Toronto Blue Jays News / Yardbarker / September 9

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

Toronto Blue Jays rookie Kazuma Okamoto has now become the fifth Japanese-born player to record 30 home runs in an MLB season.

Anthony Santander to begin Triple-A rehab stint this week, what happens if he rejoins Blue Jays?

Blue Jays: Analyzing Vladimir Guerrero Jr’s struggles at the plate this season

The 'ALCS MVPs' quiz

Toronto Blue Jays News / Yardbarker / September 6

Kazuma Okamoto has provided a winning mentality for the Blue Jays as elite run producer

Okamoto is helping power the surging Blue Jays.

Vladimir Guerrero Jr. in conversation for another Gold Glove Award

The '2026 American League All-Stars' quiz

Toronto Blue Jays News / Athlon Sports / August 29

Blue Jays’ Kazuma Okamoto Joins 2 All-Stars in MLB History

Toronto Blue Jays rookie Kazuma Okamoto has joined an exclusive group of players after hitting a home run against his 18th different opponent this season.

Toronto Blue Jays News / MLB on ClutchPoints / August 18

Blue Jays’ Kazuma Okamoto sets new franchise record after long HR drought

Entering Tuesday just a half game back of a Wild Card spot, the Toronto Blue Jays are trying to claw their way into a playoff spot. They’ll be relying on third baseman Kazuma Okamoto to help lead their lineup.

Toronto Blue Jays News / Yardbarker / July 3

Blue Jays' Kazuma Okamoto earns June AL Rookie of the Month award

He logged an impressive .286 batting average with 26 hits, seven home runs, 20 RBI and 15 runs scored across 25 games in June.

Blue Jays may feel at home on road in ALCS rematch vs. Mariners

Why Spencer Miles fits the Blue Jays' 2027 rotation picture

Toronto Blue Jays News / Yardbarker / June 27

Kazuma Okamoto continues to carry the load for Blue Jays offense

Kazuma Okamoto has been a bright spot for the Blue Jays despite their tough losses.

Kazuma Okamoto is putting his stamp on Blue Jays’ offence

The 'ALCS MVPs' quiz

Toronto Blue Jays News / Yardbarker / May 10

Kazuma Okamoto has transformed into critical run producer for Blue Jays

His lack of power at the beginning of the season had many doubting his offensive abilities.

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

The 'ALCS MVPs' quiz

Toronto Blue Jays News / Yardbarker / April 26

Kazuma Okamoto showing signs of adjustment at the plate for Blue Jays

If he can provide more consistent contact by improving his high swing-and-miss rates against offspeed pitches, this will optimize the player that the Blue Jays signed him for as a Japanese slugger.

Blue Jays make needed change at closer

Blue Jays changing approach for closer situation after Jeff Hoffman news

Andres Gimenez's offense coming alive for Blue Jays

The 'ALCS MVPs' quiz

Toronto Blue Jays News / Yardbarker / April 14