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April 14, 2026

Vancouver Mayor Ken Sim arrives for an announcement about a fan zone during the FIFA World Cup, in Vancouver, on Wednesday, March 4, 2026. THE CANADIAN PRESS/Darryl Dyck

Vancouver Mayor Ken Sim arrives for an announcement about a fan zone during the FIFA World Cup, in Vancouver, on Wednesday, March 4, 2026. THE CANADIAN PRESS/Darryl Dyck

Vancouver mayor Ken Sim moves to launch bid for MLB expansion team

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April 12, 2026

Toronto Blue Jays pitcher Max Scherzer, centre, is surrounded by teammates as he gets pulled from the game on Sunday, as the Jays fell to the visiting Minnesota Twins.

Toronto Blue Jays pitcher Max Scherzer, centre, is surrounded by teammates as he gets pulled from the game on Sunday, as the Jays fell to the visiting Minnesota Twins.

Scherzer lit up by Twins to send Blue Jays to their fourth straight series loss

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April 12, 2026

Tristan Gray (4) and Brooks Lee (22) of the Minnesota Twins react as they come off the field at the end of the fourth inning of their game against the Toronto Blue Jays at Rogers Centre on Sunday.

Tristan Gray (4) and Brooks Lee (22) of the Minnesota Twins react as they come off the field at the end of the fourth inning of their game against the Toronto Blue Jays at Rogers Centre on Sunday.

Gray, Clemens both homer to power Twins to lopsided win over Blue Jays

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April 11, 2026

Toronto Blue Jays designated hitter George Springer falls to the ground after taking a foul ball of his foot while playing against he Minnesota Twins during third inning American League MLB baseball action in Toronto on Saturday, April 11, 2026. THE CANADIAN PRESS/Nathan Denette

Toronto Blue Jays designated hitter George Springer falls to the ground after taking a foul ball of his foot while playing against he Minnesota Twins during third inning American League MLB baseball action in Toronto on Saturday, April 11, 2026. THE CANADIAN PRESS/Nathan Denette

Springer injured in Blue Jays 7-4 loss to Minnesota

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April 10, 2026

Toronto Blue Jays broadcaster Joe Siddall enjoys the moments before the team's season opener last month. A wristband is visible on his right wrist that pays tribute to his son Kevin, who lost his battle with non-Hodgkin lymphoma in 2014.

Toronto Blue Jays broadcaster Joe Siddall enjoys the moments before the team's season opener last month. A wristband is visible on his right wrist that pays tribute to his son Kevin, who lost his battle with non-Hodgkin lymphoma in 2014.

Blue Jays broadcaster Joe Siddall enters his first season as main analyst full of gratitude

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April 8, 2026

Andres Gimenez was 1-4 on Wednesday, with his eighth-inning single helping in getting his team a much needed win against the L.A. Dodgers at Rogers Place.

Andres Gimenez was 1-4 on Wednesday, with his eighth-inning single helping in getting his team a much needed win against the L.A. Dodgers at Rogers Place.

Blue Jays end six-game slide with series-closing win over Dodgers

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April 8, 2026

Davis Schneider après un gain des Blue Jays face aux Dodgers de Los Angeles le 8 avril 2026, à Toronto. LA PRESSE CANADIENNE/Nathan Denette

Davis Schneider après un gain des Blue Jays face aux Dodgers de Los Angeles le 8 avril 2026, à Toronto. LA PRESSE CANADIENNE/Nathan Denette

opinion

Blue Jays finally eke out a win but still need to find themselves

Cathal Kelly

4 min read

April 8, 2026

Pittsburgh Pirates pitcher Paul Skenes follows through on a pitch during the sixth inning of a baseball game against the San Diego Padres in Pittsburgh, Tuesday, April 7, 2026. (AP Photo/Gene J. Puskar)

Pittsburgh Pirates pitcher Paul Skenes follows through on a pitch during the sixth inning of a baseball game against the San Diego Padres in Pittsburgh, Tuesday, April 7, 2026. (AP Photo/Gene J. Puskar)

Konnor Griffin has joined Paul Skenes in Pittsburgh, whose window to win now feels wide open

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April 7, 2026

Los Angeles Dodgers second baseman Alex Freeland reacts after hitting a double against the Toronto Blue Jays in the seventh inning on Tuesday.

Los Angeles Dodgers second baseman Alex Freeland reacts after hitting a double against the Toronto Blue Jays in the seventh inning on Tuesday.

A game of missed opportunities for Blue Jays in 4-1 loss to Dodgers

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April 7, 2026

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Injuries pile up for Blue Jays

April 7, 2026

$Alejandro Kirk underwent surgery on Tuesday to repair his fractured thumb. The Jays' catcher will be out for at least six weeks as he recovers.$ $Alejandro Kirk underwent surgery on Tuesday to repair his fractured thumb. The Jays' catcher will be out for at least six weeks as he recovers.$

Jays face extended stretch without Kirk, Ponce likely out for season

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April 7, 2026

Blue Jays right fielder Addison Barger rounds third base against the Chicago White Sox last Friday. He injured his left ankle later in the series.

Blue Jays right fielder Addison Barger rounds third base against the Chicago White Sox last Friday. He injured his left ankle later in the series.

Blue Jays place Addison Barger on IL, recall left-hander Patrick Corbin

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April 6, 2026

Vladimir Guerrero Jr. reacts to striking out against the Los Angeles Dodgers during the eighth inning on Monday.

Vladimir Guerrero Jr. reacts to striking out against the Los Angeles Dodgers during the eighth inning on Monday.

Blue Jays drop fifth straight with 14-2 beatdown by Dodgers

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April 6, 2026

Toronto Blue Jays right fielder George Springer brought some joy to fans on Monday when he crossed home plate in the first inning against the visiting L.A. Dodgers.

Toronto Blue Jays right fielder George Springer brought some joy to fans on Monday when he crossed home plate in the first inning against the visiting L.A. Dodgers.

opinion

Fans look back against visiting Dodgers, while the Jays sit in an unpleasant reality

Cathal Kelly

4 min read

April 6, 2026

Toronto Blue Jays catcher Alejandro Kirk (30) hits a double during a Major League Baseball game against the White Sox on April 3, 2026, in Chicago. (AP Photo/Erin Hooley)

Toronto Blue Jays catcher Alejandro Kirk (30) hits a double during a Major League Baseball game against the White Sox on April 3, 2026, in Chicago. (AP Photo/Erin Hooley)

Blue Jays awash in injuries in early days of the season

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April 6, 2026

Detroit Tigers catcher Dillon Dingler throws to first base for an out on a St. Louis Cardinals' Victor Scott II bunt in the first inning of a baseball game Saturday, April 4, 2026, in Detroit. (AP Photo/Paul Sancya)

Detroit Tigers catcher Dillon Dingler throws to first base for an out on a St. Louis Cardinals' Victor Scott II bunt in the first inning of a baseball game Saturday, April 4, 2026, in Detroit. (AP Photo/Paul Sancya)

The Tigers, led by catcher Dillon Dingler, have been baseball’s best at ABS challenges

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April 5, 2026

Eric Lauer #56 of the Toronto Blue Jays is replaced during the third inning against the Chicago White Sox at Rate Field on April 5, 2026 in Chicago, Illinois. (Photo by Geoff Stellfox/Getty Images)

Eric Lauer #56 of the Toronto Blue Jays is replaced during the third inning against the Chicago White Sox at Rate Field on April 5, 2026 in Chicago, Illinois. (Photo by Geoff Stellfox/Getty Images)

opinion

The Blue Jays can’t ride their playoff high into a new season

Cathal Kelly

4 min read

April 4, 2026

CHICAGO, ILLINOIS - APRIL 4: Kazuma Okamoto #7 of the Toronto Blue Jays grounds out in the sixth inning of a game against the Chicago White Sox at Rate Field on April 4, 2026 in Chicago, Illinois. (Photo by Matt Dirksen/Getty Images)

Chicago White Sox's Munetaka Murakami (5) hits a two-run home run during the sixth inning of a baseball game against the Toronto Blue Jays, Saturday, April 4, 2026, in Chicago. (AP Photo/Erin Hooley)

White Sox beat Blue Jays 6-3 as Murakami and Montgomery hit homers

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April 3, 2026

Toronto Blue Jays outfielder George Springer singles during Game 7 of the World Series against the Los Angeles Dodgers in Toronto last November.

Toronto Blue Jays outfielder George Springer singles during Game 7 of the World Series against the Los Angeles Dodgers in Toronto last November.

Blue Jays prepare for emotional rematch with Dodgers

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April 1, 2026

Toronto Blue Jays pitcher Kevin Gausman has been excellent in his two starts this season, but doesn't have a win to show for it.

Toronto Blue Jays pitcher Kevin Gausman has been excellent in his two starts this season, but doesn't have a win to show for it.

Jays let another excellent Gausman showing go to waste in loss to Rockies

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April 1, 2026

Max Scherzer pitches during the first inning on Tuesday.

Max Scherzer pitches during the first inning on Tuesday.

Max Scherzer wins first start of season as Blue Jays beat Rockies 5-1

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March 31, 2026

Blue Jays pitcher Cody Ponce was carted off the field with an ACL sprain on Monday in the team's loss to the Colorado Rockies.

Blue Jays pitcher Cody Ponce was carted off the field with an ACL sprain on Monday in the team's loss to the Colorado Rockies.

Blue Jays’ pitcher Cody Ponce to miss ‘significant time’ with ACL sprain

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March 30, 2026

Jake McCarthy of the Colorado Rockies steals second base against Ernie Clement of the Toronto Blue Jays during the third inning on Monday.

Jake McCarthy of the Colorado Rockies steals second base against Ernie Clement of the Toronto Blue Jays during the third inning on Monday.

Rockies rout Blue Jays 14-5 with seven-run sixth inning

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March 29, 2026

Toronto Blue Jays pitcher Eric Lauer struck out nine batters on Sunday, as part of a 5-2 win over the visiting Athletics.

Toronto Blue Jays pitcher Eric Lauer struck out nine batters on Sunday, as part of a 5-2 win over the visiting Athletics.

Jays strike out MLB-record 50 batters in season-opening three-game sweep of A’s

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March 28, 2026

Toronto Blue Jays pitcher Dylan Cease (84) throws during first inning MLB baseball action against the Athletics in Toronto on Saturday, March 28, 2026. THE CANADIAN PRESS/Frank Gunn

Toronto Blue Jays pitcher Dylan Cease (84) throws during first inning MLB baseball action against the Athletics in Toronto on Saturday, March 28, 2026. THE CANADIAN PRESS/Frank Gunn

Dylan Cease strikes out 12 as Toronto Blue Jays beat Athletics 8-7

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March 27, 2026

Toronto Blue Jays pitcher Kevin Gausman (34) reacts after throwing a strikeout against the Athletics during first inning MLB baseball action in Toronto on Friday, March 27, 2026. THE CANADIAN PRESS/Nathan Denette

Kevin Gausman of the Toronto Blue Jays pitches in the second inning of their game against the Athletics at Rogers Centre on Friday.

Gausman sets franchise record as Blue Jays start season with 3-2 win over Athletics

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March 27, 2026

Toronto Blue Jays pitcher Trey Yesavage throws a bullpen session as manager John Schneider watches at Spring Training in Dunedin, Fla. on Wednesday Feb. 11, 2026. THE CANADIAN PRESS/Frank Gunn

Toronto Blue Jays pitcher Trey Yesavage throws a bullpen session as manager John Schneider watches at Spring Training in Dunedin, Fla. on Wednesday Feb. 11, 2026. THE CANADIAN PRESS/Frank Gunn

Blue Jays enter new season with an arsenal of arms ready to deliver the right pitch

March 27, 2026

Umpire Ryan Additon watches as a call is challenged using MLB's ABS challenge system during the third inning of a spring training baseball game between the Miami Marlins and the Houston Astros Wednesday, Feb. 25, 2026, in Jupiter, Fla. (AP Photo/Jeff Roberson)

Umpire Ryan Additon watches as a call is challenged using MLB's ABS challenge system during the third inning of a spring training baseball game between the Miami Marlins and the Houston Astros Wednesday, Feb. 25, 2026, in Jupiter, Fla. (AP Photo/Jeff Roberson)

Robo umpires are a sign of our technocratic times

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March 27, 2026

Sean Akiyama, left, and Nicole Lin pause for a portrait at Taro's Fish in Toronto on March 21, 2026. (Sammy Kogan/The Globe and Mail)

Sean Akiyama, left, and Nicole Lin pause for a portrait at Taro's Fish in Toronto on March 21, 2026. (Sammy Kogan/The Globe and Mail)

Blue Jays, and Toronto, have already embraced newcomer Kazuma Okamoto

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March 26, 2026

Toronto Blue Jays pitcher Kevin Gausman gets things going on the mound on Friday, opening up his team's 2026 season at Rogers Centre against the visiting Athletics.

Toronto Blue Jays pitcher Kevin Gausman gets things going on the mound on Friday, opening up his team's 2026 season at Rogers Centre against the visiting Athletics.

Gausman leads Blue Jays into highly anticipated 2026 season

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