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October 1, 2025

Sep 30, 2025; Los Angeles, California, USA; Los Angeles Dodgers designated hitter Shohei Ohtani (17) celebrates after hitting a home run during the first inning against the Cincinnati Reds during game one of the Wildcard round for the 2025 MLB playoffs at Dodger Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Jayne Kamin-Oncea-Imagn Images

Sep 30, 2025; Los Angeles, California, USA; Los Angeles Dodgers designated hitter Shohei Ohtani (17) celebrates after hitting a home run during the first inning against the Cincinnati Reds during game one of the Wildcard round for the 2025 MLB playoffs at Dodger Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Jayne Kamin-Oncea-Imagn Images

Ohtani and Hernández power Dodgers past Reds 10-5 with two homers each in Wild Card Series opener

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September 28, 2025

Toronto Blue Jays celebrate after winning the American League East Division title.

Toronto Blue Jays celebrate after winning the American League East Division title.

In photos: Blue Jays win first AL East title since 2015

September 28, 2025

TORONTO, CANADA - SEPTEMBER 28: Vladimir Guerrero Jr. #27 of the Toronto Blue Jays celebrates after clinching the AL East division at the end of their MLB game against the Tampa Bay Rays at Rogers Centre on September 28, 2025 in Toronto, Ontario, Canada. (Photo by Cole Burston/Getty Images)

Sep 28, 2025; Toronto, Ontario, CAN; Toronto Blue Jays catcher Alejandro Kirk (30) is congratulated by third base coach Carlos Febles (51) after hitting a two-run home run against the Tampa Bay Rays in the fifth inning at Rogers Centre. Mandatory Credit: Dan Hamilton-Imagn Images

Blue Jays clinch division crown after 13-4 win over Rays

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September 27, 2025

Sep 27, 2025; Toronto, Ontario, CAN; Toronto Blue Jays third base Ernie Clement (22) gets water dumped on him by first base Vladimir Guerrero Jr. (27) and first base coach Mark Budzinski (53) after defeating the Tampa Bay Rays at Rogers Centre. Mandatory Credit: Kevin Sousa-Imagn Images

Sep 27, 2025; Toronto, Ontario, CAN; Toronto Blue Jays third base Ernie Clement (22) gets water dumped on him by first base Vladimir Guerrero Jr. (27) and first base coach Mark Budzinski (53) after defeating the Tampa Bay Rays at Rogers Centre. Mandatory Credit: Kevin Sousa-Imagn Images

opinion

The Blue Jays aren’t putting everything on the line to win the division, but they’re putting a lot

Cathal Kelly

4 min read

September 27, 2025

Toronto Blue Jays' Addison Barger (47) and Davis Schneider (36) celebrate after Jays' Ernie Clement hit a two run RBI double off Tampa Bay Rays pitcher Joe Boyle (36) during second inning MLB baseball action in Toronto, Saturday, Sept. 27, 2025. THE CANADIAN PRESS/Chris Young

Toronto Blue Jays' Addison Barger (47) and Davis Schneider (36) celebrate after Jays' Ernie Clement hit a two run RBI double off Tampa Bay Rays pitcher Joe Boyle (36) during second inning MLB baseball action in Toronto, Saturday, Sept. 27, 2025. THE CANADIAN PRESS/Chris Young

Despite Blue Jays 5-1 win over Rays, league winner remains uncertain

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September 26, 2025

Toronto's starting pitcher Shane Bieber pitches on Friday to the Tampa Bay Rays.

Toronto's starting pitcher Shane Bieber pitches on Friday to the Tampa Bay Rays.

Blue Jays keep top division spot after 4-2 victory over Rays

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September 25, 2025

Toronto Blue Jays' Daulton Varsho (right) is doused after defeating the Boston Red Sox in MLB baseball action in Toronto on Thursday September 25, 2025. THE CANADIAN PRESS/Chris Young

Toronto Blue Jays' Daulton Varsho (right) is doused after defeating the Boston Red Sox in MLB baseball action in Toronto on Thursday September 25, 2025. THE CANADIAN PRESS/Chris Young

Blue Jays snap losing streak after 6-1 win over Red Sox

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September 24, 2025

The Red Sox roughed up Blue Jays' starter Max Scherzer in the first inning, scoring three runs on five hits.

The Red Sox roughed up Blue Jays' starter Max Scherzer in the first inning, scoring three runs on five hits.

Blue Jays’ AL East lead slips away after another loss to Red Sox

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September 23, 2025

Ryan Rushton and Jody Matheson, right, celebrate the final Blue Jays Loonie Dog night of the regular season at the Rogers Centre on Tuesday.

Ryan Rushton and Jody Matheson, right, celebrate the final Blue Jays Loonie Dog night of the regular season at the Rogers Centre on Tuesday.

Blue Jays reach a franchise record: more than 800,000 hot dogs consumed

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September 23, 2025

Toronto Blue Jays starting pitcher Alek Manoah pitched during the first inning against the Chicago White Sox May 29, 2024.

Toronto Blue Jays starting pitcher Alek Manoah pitched during the first inning against the Chicago White Sox May 29, 2024.

Manoah designated for assignment as Blue Jays prepare for postseason

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September 23, 2025

Sep 23, 2025; Toronto, Ontario, CAN; Toronto Blue Jays right fielder Nathan Lukes (38) hits a double against the Boston Red Sox in the fourth inning at Rogers Centre. Mandatory Credit: Dan Hamilton-Imagn Images

Trevor Story of the Boston Red Sox celebrates with Wilyer Abreu after Abreau scores against the Toronto Blue Jays on Tuesday.

Blue Jays lead in AL East shaved to 1 game with 4-1 loss to Red Sox

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September 21, 2025

KANSAS CITY, MISSOURI - SEPTEMBER 21: Vladimir Guerrero Jr. #27 and George Springer #4 of the Toronto Blue Jays celebrate after clinching a playoff berth at Kauffman Stadium on September 21, 2025 in Kansas City, Missouri. (Photo by Ed Zurga/Getty Images)

KANSAS CITY, MISSOURI - SEPTEMBER 21: Vladimir Guerrero Jr. #27 and George Springer #4 of the Toronto Blue Jays celebrate after clinching a playoff berth at Kauffman Stadium on September 21, 2025 in Kansas City, Missouri. (Photo by Ed Zurga/Getty Images)

Toronto Blue Jays playoff-bound after 8-5 win over Kansas City Royals

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September 18, 2025

Toronto Blue Jays players celebrate after defeating the Tampa Bay Rays during a baseball game Monday, Sept. 15, 2025, in Tampa, Fla. (AP Photo/Chris O'Meara)

Toronto Blue Jays players celebrate after defeating the Tampa Bay Rays during a baseball game Monday, Sept. 15, 2025, in Tampa, Fla. (AP Photo/Chris O'Meara)

Sportsnet, Apple TV reach deal to simulcast potential Blue Jays clincher broadcast

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September 16, 2025

TAMPA, FLORIDA - SEPTEMBER 16: George Springer #4 of the Toronto Blue Jays celebrates with teammates in the dugout after scoring in the first inning against the Tampa Bay Rays at George M. Steinbrenner Field on September 16, 2025 in Tampa, Florida. (Photo by Julio Aguilar/Getty Images)

TAMPA, FLORIDA - SEPTEMBER 16: George Springer #4 of the Toronto Blue Jays celebrates with teammates in the dugout after scoring in the first inning against the Tampa Bay Rays at George M. Steinbrenner Field on September 16, 2025 in Tampa, Florida. (Photo by Julio Aguilar/Getty Images)

George Springer, Blue Jays edge Rays for sixth straight win

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September 16, 2025

Toronto Blue Jays' Bo Bichette (11) is helped off the field by Isiah Kiner-Falefa (7) after being tagged out at home during the sixth inning of a baseball game agains the New York Yankees, Saturday, Sept. 6, 2025, in New York. (AP Photo/Adam Hunger)

Toronto Blue Jays' Bo Bichette (11) is helped off the field by Isiah Kiner-Falefa (7) after being tagged out at home during the sixth inning of a baseball game agains the New York Yankees, Saturday, Sept. 6, 2025, in New York. (AP Photo/Adam Hunger)

Jays’ Bo Bichette seeks second opinion on injured knee

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September 14, 2025

Toronto Blue Jays pitcher Shane Bieber (57) works against Baltimore Orioles during first inning MLB baseball action in Toronto on Sunday September 14, 2025. THE CANADIAN PRESS/Chris Young

Toronto Blue Jays pitcher Shane Bieber (57) works against Baltimore Orioles during first inning MLB baseball action in Toronto on Sunday September 14, 2025. THE CANADIAN PRESS/Chris Young

Blue Jays sweep series with 11-2 win over Orioles

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September 14, 2025

Toronto Blue Jays' Trey Yesavage talks to members of the media ahead of MLB baseball action against Baltimore Orioles in Toronto on Sunday, Sept. 14, 2025. THE CANADIAN PRESS/Chris Young

Toronto Blue Jays' Trey Yesavage talks to members of the media ahead of MLB baseball action against Baltimore Orioles in Toronto on Sunday, Sept. 14, 2025. THE CANADIAN PRESS/Chris Young

Blue Jays to promote top prospect Trey Yesavage to major leagues

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September 12, 2025

Toronto Blue Jays' Myles Straw (3) hits an RBI double against the Baltimore Orioles during sixth inning MLB baseball action in Toronto on Friday September 12, 2025. THE CANADIAN PRESS/Chris Young

Toronto Blue Jays' Myles Straw (3) hits an RBI double against the Baltimore Orioles during sixth inning MLB baseball action in Toronto on Friday September 12, 2025. THE CANADIAN PRESS/Chris Young

Blue Jays quiet surging Orioles 6-1, retain best record in American League

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September 10, 2025

Jose Berrios of the Toronto Blue Jays pitches against the Houston Astros during the first inning of their MLB game, on Wednesday.

Jose Berrios of the Toronto Blue Jays pitches against the Houston Astros during the first inning of their MLB game, on Wednesday.

Blue Jays mount late-game comeback, but fall to Astros 3-2

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September 9, 2025

TORONTO, CANADA - SEPTEMBER 9: Tyler Heineman #55 of the Toronto Blue Jays hugs Vladimir Guerrero Jr. #27 after hitting a walk off single against the Houston Astros during the tenth inning in their MLB game at Rogers Centre on September 9, 2025 in Toronto, Canada. (Photo by Kevin Sousa/Getty Images)

Tyler Heineman, right, hugs Vladimir Guerrero Jr. after hitting a walk off single against the Houston Astros during the tenth inning in their MLB game at Rogers Centre on Sept. 9 in Toronto.

Blue Jays rally to beat Astros in 10th inning, Heineman drives in winning run

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September 7, 2025

New York Yankees outfielder Aaron Judge slides into second base past Toronto Blue Jays shortstop Ernie Clement during the third inning of their game in New York on Sunday.

New York Yankees outfielder Aaron Judge slides into second base past Toronto Blue Jays shortstop Ernie Clement during the third inning of their game in New York on Sunday.

With Bichette sidelined, Blue Jays powerless to prevent Yankees closing in

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September 6, 2025

Sep 6, 2025; Bronx, New York, USA; New York Yankees catcher Austin Wells (28) tags out Toronto Blue Jays shortstop Bo Bichette (11) at home plate during the sixth inning at Yankee Stadium. Mandatory Credit: John Jones-Imagn Images

Sep 6, 2025; Bronx, New York, USA; New York Yankees catcher Austin Wells (28) tags out Toronto Blue Jays shortstop Bo Bichette (11) at home plate during the sixth inning at Yankee Stadium. Mandatory Credit: John Jones-Imagn Images

Jays fall to Yankees 3-1 after Bichette injury scare

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September 5, 2025

Toronto Blue Jays pitcher Kevin Gausman throws during the first inning of a baseball game against the New York Yankees, Friday, Sept. 5, 2025, in New York. (AP Photo/Adam Hunger)

Toronto Blue Jays pitcher Kevin Gausman throws during the first inning of a baseball game against the New York Yankees, Friday, Sept. 5, 2025, in New York. (AP Photo/Adam Hunger)

Blue Jays beat Yankees 7-1 to reopen a four-game AL East lead over New York

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September 4, 2025

Toronto Blue Jays shortstop Bo Bichette hits a three-run home run in the second inning of Tuesday's win over the Reds in Cincinnati.

Toronto Blue Jays shortstop Bo Bichette hits a three-run home run in the second inning of Tuesday's win over the Reds in Cincinnati.

opinion

Blue Jays head into the Bronx with a chance to make a statement

Cathal Kelly

5 min read

September 2, 2025

Toronto Blue Jays' Bo Bichette, far right, is congratulated by George Springer, center, and Vladimir Guerrero Jr. (27) after hitting a three-run home run in the second inning of a baseball game against the Cincinnati Reds, Tuesday, Sept. 2, 2025, in Cincinnati. (AP Photo/Kareem Elgazzar)

Toronto Blue Jays' Bo Bichette, far right, is congratulated by George Springer, center, and Vladimir Guerrero Jr. (27) after hitting a three-run home run in the second inning of a baseball game against the Cincinnati Reds, Tuesday, Sept. 2, 2025, in Cincinnati. (AP Photo/Kareem Elgazzar)

George Springer hits two homers as Blue Jays hold off Reds to win 12-9

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September 2, 2025

Toronto Blue Jays centre-fielder Myles Straw (3) is doused with ice water by teammates Alejandro Kirk, left, and Vladimir Guerrero Jr. after they defeated the Milwaukee Brewers in MLB baseball action in Toronto on Sunday, Aug. 31, 2025. THE CANADIAN PRESS/Jon Blacker

Toronto Blue Jays centre-fielder Myles Straw (3) is doused with ice water by teammates Alejandro Kirk, left, and Vladimir Guerrero Jr. after they defeated the Milwaukee Brewers in MLB baseball action in Toronto on Sunday, Aug. 31, 2025. THE CANADIAN PRESS/Jon Blacker

Myles Straw enjoys career season for Blue Jays after almost quitting baseball

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August 31, 2025

Toronto Blue Jays pitcher Jeff Hoffman sets to pitch against the Milwaukee Brewers during the ninth inning at Rogers Centre.

Toronto Blue Jays pitcher Jeff Hoffman sets to pitch against the Milwaukee Brewers during the ninth inning at Rogers Centre.

opinion

Jeff Hoffman takes Jays’ fans on an unpredictable ride

Cathal Kelly

4 min read

August 31, 2025

Toronto Blue Jays outfielder George Springer runs to third base against the Milwaukee Brewers during the fourth inning at Rogers Centre.

Toronto Blue Jays outfielder George Springer runs to third base against the Milwaukee Brewers during the fourth inning at Rogers Centre.

Bullpen steps up for Jays in win over Brewers

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August 31, 2025

FILE - Cleveland Guardians pitcher Emmanuel Clase during a baseball game against the San Francisco Giants in San Francisco, June 17, 2025. (AP Photo/Jeff Chiu, file)

FILE - Cleveland Guardians pitcher Emmanuel Clase during a baseball game against the San Francisco Giants in San Francisco, June 17, 2025. (AP Photo/Jeff Chiu, file)

Guardians pitchers Clase, Ortiz have paid leave extended as MLB gambling investigation continues

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August 29, 2025

TORONTO, ON - AUGUST 29: Shane Bieber #57 of the Toronto Blue Jays pitches in the fourth inning during a game against the Milwaukee Brewers at Rogers Centre on August 29, 2025 in Toronto, Ontario, Canada. (Photo by Vaughn Ridley/Getty Images)

TORONTO, ON - AUGUST 29: Shane Bieber #57 of the Toronto Blue Jays pitches in the fourth inning during a game against the Milwaukee Brewers at Rogers Centre on August 29, 2025 in Toronto, Ontario, Canada. (Photo by Vaughn Ridley/Getty Images)

Blue Jays lose to Brewers despite Bieber’s solid home debut

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