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What’s driving the success of top Jays prospect JoJo Parker

Ben Nicholson-Smith — Mon, 06 Jul 2026 09:58:21 EDT

When JoJo Parker turns on a big-league baseball game, he watches hitters, of course, and how pitchers attack them. But that’s not all Parker looks for, writes Ben Nicholson-Smith.

July results will determine Blue Jays’ path at trade deadline

Ben Nicholson-Smith — Tue, 30 Jun 2026 10:08:45 EDT

In the end, the results on the field will determine what’s next, putting pressure on the players to deliver. In the meantime, let’s take an early look at some of the scenarios that could unfold…

As prospect Sean Keys breaks out, Blue Jays look to build versatility

Ben Nicholson-Smith — Thu, 25 Jun 2026 08:06:57 EDT

Blue Jays prospect Sean Keys won’t stop hitting home runs in the minors.

And not only are Blue Jays decision-makers watching Keys’ progress with interest, but they’re also looking to build up his defensive versatility, writes Ben Nicholson-Smith.

Blue Jays let another winnable game slip away, drop series to Astros

Ben Nicholson-Smith — Wed, 24 Jun 2026 21:59:45 EDT

A close game flipped in the Astros’ favour Wednesday when Jeff Hoffman threw a pickoff attempt past third baseman Kazuma Okamoto in the eighth inning. It led to another frustrating loss for the Blue Jays

Bieber’s season debut veers off-course as Blue Jays fall in extras

Ben Nicholson-Smith — Tue, 23 Jun 2026 20:12:05 EDT

Despite the good intentions of the Blue Jays, Shane Bieber’s 2026 debut didn’t go according to plan.

Blue Jays eyeing starting pitching ahead of deadline

Ben Nicholson-Smith — Tue, 23 Jun 2026 14:19:25 EDT

A preliminary picture of the deadline is starting to emerge for the Toronto Blue Jays.

Blue Jays get back to .500 after bullpen shuts down Astros

Ben Nicholson-Smith — Mon, 22 Jun 2026 22:26:37 EDT

Among the ingredients for the Blue Jays’ 39th win of the season: one home run, three sacrifice flies and 3.1 innings of scoreless relief.

And just like that, Toronto is back at .500 for the first time since late May.

Scherzer hits major milestone, but struggles continue in Blue Jays loss

Ben Nicholson-Smith — Wed, 10 Jun 2026 22:41:49 EDT

Pitching at the MLB level for the first time since April, Max Scherzer reached a historic milestone on Wednesday while also allowing five runs in a game the Blue Jays eventually dropped to the Phillies.

Why Blue Jays moved Vladimir Guerrero Jr. to leadoff spot

Ben Nicholson-Smith — Tue, 09 Jun 2026 21:02:40 EDT

On Tuesday, Vladimir Guerrero Jr. was leading off a big-league game for just the second time in his career. Ben Nicholson-Smith tells us why.

Blue Jays secure series win over Orioles behind decisive sixth-inning rally

Ben Nicholson-Smith — Sun, 07 Jun 2026 16:47:12 EDT

Despite the Orioles’ complaints over a controversial play near second base in the sixth inning, the Blue Jays put together a five-run rally that set in motion a series-clinching victory.

Blue Jays respond to significant challenge vs. Braves after eventful week

Ben Nicholson-Smith — Thu, 04 Jun 2026 22:42:29 EDT

Still three games under .500 the Blue Jays are not yet where they need to be, but they return home knowing they responded well to a significant challenge Thursday against the Braves, writes Ben Nicholson-Smith

Blue Jays under increasing pressure after fourth straight loss

Ben Nicholson-Smith — Wed, 03 Jun 2026 22:07:35 EDT

The pressure is building again for the Blue Jays after they fell to the Braves on Wednesday. The loss not only was Toronto’s fourth in a row, but it also sets up a tough series finale against Chris Sale.

Wave of reinforcements could reshape Blue Jays’ pitching outlook

Ben Nicholson-Smith — Wed, 03 Jun 2026 09:02:08 EDT

A new development shows that the Blue Jays’ veteran starters are getting closer to helping a wobbling rotation and overworked bullpen. Ben Nicholson-Smith has the details.

Struggling Blue Jays offence has no answers in third straight loss

Ben Nicholson-Smith — Tue, 02 Jun 2026 21:59:58 EDT

Reinforcements are coming, and the Blue Jays have been making things close, pushing until the very end again Tuesday. Yet their offence continued struggling as they dropped the series opener 4-3.

Jesus Sanchez’s grand slam propels Blue Jays to blowout win over Marlins

Ben Nicholson-Smith — Tue, 26 May 2026 21:56:47 EDT

With one swing, Jesus Sanchez turned a close game into a comfortable lead for the Blue Jays. Sanchez’s grand slam was the highlight in Toronto’s series-tying win over the Marlins.

How could Blue Jays backfill Cease’s rotation spot?

Ben Nicholson-Smith — Mon, 25 May 2026 19:08:44 EDT

After Dylan Cease’s hamstring strain forced the Blue Jays to place yet another arm on the injured list Monday, Toronto will need to add some innings to its staff.

Success vs. Skenes creates optimism for Blue Jays’ bats

Ben Nicholson-Smith — Sat, 23 May 2026 21:09:06 EDT

Not only did Saturday’s win against Paul Skenes bring the 25-27 Blue Jays a little closer to .500, a big game against a pitcher this dominant provides a little optimism for where this struggling offence can go.

ALDS win ‘in the past’ as Blue Jays face Yankees again

Ben Nicholson-Smith — Mon, 18 May 2026 09:50:06 EDT

Ahead of the four-game series against the Yankees, Blue Jays players resolved to focus on the here and now rather than anything that happened in 2025.

Guerrero Jr.’s slump-busting homer powers Blue Jays to series win

Ben Nicholson-Smith — Sun, 17 May 2026 16:32:34 EDT

Mired in an extended slump, Vladimir Guerrero Jr. said he was one good swing away from turning it around.

That swing came on Sunday in a series-deciding win over the Detroit Tigers.

Bullpen game helps Blue Jays outlast Tigers while offensive woes continue

Ben Nicholson-Smith — Sat, 16 May 2026 16:09:08 EDT

While Saturday’s extra-innings win over the Tigers didn’t feature the offensive outburst the Blue Jays have been hoping for, they scored just enough to back a strong showing from Spencer Miles and the bullpen.