TORONTO BLUE JAYS NEWS

Blue Jays manager takes blame for unwanted pitching change: 'I f—d up'

Toronto right-hander Alek Manoah had to leave early against the Orioles because manager John Schneider forgot the number of trips to the mound made in the sixth inning.

Sara Tidwell

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How to watch Orioles vs. Blue Jays tonight

What to know to watch Orioles vs. Blue Jays Friday night.

Kevin Skiver

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Why Yankees pitcher Domingo Germán was suspended by MLB for 10 games

The Yankees pitcher was ejected from Tuesday's game vs. the Blue Jays after umpires determined he was using sticky stuff.

Zac Al-Khateeb

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Did Blue Jays' John Schneider say 'Shut up, fat boy' to Yankees?

These are the questions that must be asked.

Kevin Skiver

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Blue Jays pitcher Jay Jackson admits he had a tell ahead of Aaron Judge homer

The Yankees and Jays are embroiled in a tense series in Toronto.

Kevin Skiver

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Blue Jays ask MLB to look into whether Aaron Judge was cheating

Blue Jays manager Schneider didn't find Judge's postgame explanation satisfactory, and said the Blue Jays have since reached out to MLB.

Zac Al-Khateeb

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Aaron Judge explains 'unusual' side eye right before home run vs. Blue Jays

Blue Jays broadcasters made note of the unusual side eye from Judge just before he blasted it for a 7-0 lead.

Zac Al-Khateeb

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MLB pitch-clock rules have presented challenges for broadcasters, but with positive results

The ripple effects of baseball’s new pitch clock have been felt across the sport, but perhaps nowhere — other than the mound and the batters box — more so than the broadcast booth. 

Ryan Fagan

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What are the new renovations at Rogers Centre?

The Blue Jays home stadium received major updates this offseason.

Bryan Murphy

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Where is the Blue Jays home run jacket?

Toronto no longer will celebrate with the infamous home run jacket in 2023.

Bryan Murphy

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Alek Manoah: 'I don't give a s—' about criticism from Red Sox's Alex Verdugo

Manoah's antics have drawn the ire of several MLB players, and Verdugo is the latest to criticize him.

Jacob Camenker

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Vladimir Guerrero Jr. leads Blue Jays to Opening Day win over Cardinals

The Sporting News provided updates and highlights from Blue Jays' Opening Day over the Cardinals in St. Louis.

Bryan Murphy

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How tall is Blue Jays ace Alek Manoah?

The towering Manoah is on the hill for the Blue Jays' season opener.

Bryan Murphy

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What channel is Blue Jays vs. Cardinals on today?

The Blue Jays begin the 2023 season with a series against the Cardinals.

Bryan Murphy

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How long is Hyun Jin Ryu out?

Hyun Jin Ryu hasn't pitched since June of 2022 but plans to return to the Blue Jays lineup at some point in 2023.

Bryan Murphy

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Everything to know about the 2023 Blue Jays

Toronto begins the 2023 season in St. Louis with a three-game series against the Cardinals.

Bryan Murphy

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Blue Jays Spring Training 2023: Everything you need to know

The boys of summer are back as the Blue Jays look to begin the 2023 season starting with spring training in Dunedin, Florida.

Bryan Murphy

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What Blue Jays are competing at the 2023 World Baseball Classic?

The Blue Jays are represented across six different teams at the WBC.

Bryan Murphy

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Vladimir Guerrero Jr. leaves spring training game with injury days before WBC

The slugging first baseman is set to be a fixture for the Dominican Republic in a highly competitive field.

Edward Sutelan

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Blue Jays manager John Schneider downplays saving woman from choking

John Schneider doesn't want his actions to become a big deal.

Kevin Skiver

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Blue Jays free agency tracker: Live updates on news and rumors

The MLB Winter Meetings have wrapped up in San Diego and The Sporting News is keeping track of all the moves the Blue Jays have made.

Bryan Murphy

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How Aaron Judge's new contract with the Yankees impacts the Blue Jays

The Blue Jays won't be avoiding the Yankees slugger anytime soon.

Bryan Murphy

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What to know about the Mariners' trade for Teoscar Hernandez

Jerry Dipoto strikes again, landing power-hitting outfielder Teoscar Hernandez from the Blue Jays. Here's what you need to know about the trade.

Dan Treacy

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Vladimir Guerrero Jr. wins first MLB Gold Glove for first base defense

The Blue Jays first baseman beat out Luis Arraez and Anthony Rizzo for the defensive award.

Kevin Skiver

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How to watch Blue Jays vs. Mariners Game 3 in Canada

The Blue Jays are aiming to clinch their first playoff series win since 2016.

Bryan Murphy

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Jays' George Springer carted off after collision with Bo Bichette in Game 2 vs. M's

The Mariners tied the game on the play as the ball fell in shallow center between the colliding players, clearing the bases.

Edward Sutelan

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How to watch the Blue Jays vs. Mariners AL Wild Card series

What to know about the Mariners-Blue Jays wild card series in Toronto.

Kevin Skiver

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How to watch Blue Jays vs. Mariners Game 2 in Canada

The Mariners take a 1-0 series lead into the pivotal Game 2 matchup.

Bryan Murphy

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Latest injury news on Blue Jays outfielder George Springer after HBP vs. Mariners

Springer was hit in the left hand by a Luis Castillo pitch in Game 1 of the teams' playoff series.

Bryan Murphy

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Luis Castillo, Mariners shut out Blue Jays to take Game 1 of AL Wild Card Series

The Sporting News provided updates and highlights from Game 1 of the Blue Jays vs. Mariners Wild Card Series.

Bryan Murphy

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Blue Jays playoff schedule for 2022

Toronto will host a Wild Card Series to open the 2022 MLB playoffs.

Bryan Murphy

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How to watch Blue Jays vs. Mariners Game 1 in Canada

Toronto finished the 2022 regular season as the top wild card in the American League.

Bryan Murphy

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Why Robbie Ray will be eligible to pitch playoff game vs. Blue Jays

The 2021 AL CY Young winner will be on the opposite of the diamond as the Mariners and Blue Jays square off in the wild card round.

Bryan Murphy

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Where is Blue Jays announcer Dan Shulman?

The Blue Jays take on the Mariners in the AL Wild Card round.

Bryan Murphy

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Latest injury updates on Blue Jays starter Kevin Gausman

The right-hander left his last regular-season game early with a finger injury.

Bryan Murphy

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Blue Jays 2022 playoff tracker: Potential opponents for Toronto in Wild Card Series

October is here, and the Blue Jays are in the playoffs.

Bryan Murphy

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The story of Aaron Judge, a guy named Lasagna and the catch that almost was

Frankie Lasagna came so close to making a historic catch . . . and maybe $250,000 or more.

Jacob Camenker

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Aaron Judge, Alek Manoah prevent benches from clearing after hit-by-pitch in Yankees-Blue Jays game

Gerrit Cole was ready to charge Manoah after Judge was hit by a pitch.

Edward Sutelan

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Whit Merrifield vaccination status: When the newest member of Blue Jays can make debut in Toronto

The newest member of the Blue Jays wasn't able to travel to Toronto earlier in the season.

Bryan Murphy

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Brandon Drury, Michael Fulmer and 6 other underrated players who will make biggest impact after 2022 MLB trade deadline

The Yankees and Twins shored up their bullpens, whereas several teams added some key positional pieces.

Kevin Skiver

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Blue Jays trade deadline news and rumors tracker

The Blue Jays are expected to be buyers at the deadline. Here is all the latest rumors and trade details surrounding Toronto.

Bryan Murphy

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Whit Merrifield trade details: Blue Jays acquire utility player from the Royals for minor leaguers

Toronto added the utility man to provide an option off the bench and on the bases.

Bryan Murphy

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Blue Jays acquire Zach Pop, Anthony Bass from Marlins for Jordan Groshans

GM Ross Atkins made his first move on deadline day, bolstering the Blue Jays' back end.

Bryan Murphy

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Javy Baez hits home run off brother-in-law Jose Berrios, claims family bragging rights

Talk about family business..

David Suggs

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Five players the Blue Jays should target at the trade deadline

The Blue Jays desperately need some help in their rotation and bullpen.

Bryan Murphy

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Where Blue Jays' 28-5 beatdown of Red Sox ranks among highest-scoring games in MLB history

The Blue Jays laughed the Red Sox out of Fenway Park on Friday.

Kevin Skiver

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Five numbers to know from the Blue Jays' record-setting 28-5 win over the Red Sox

The Blue Jays had a night to remember at Fenway Park.

Kevin Skiver

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Red Sox allow embarrassing inside-the-park grand slam to Blue Jays as Jarren Duran gives up on play

The Red Sox may have hit a new low in their season Friday night as Raimel Tapia legged out a home run while center fielder Jarren Duran watched.

Kevin Skiver

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How did the Blue Jays fare at the 2022 All-Star Game? Alek Manoah steals show while mic'd up

The AL team defeated the NL 3-2 in the 2022 edition of the Midsummer Classic.

Bryan Murphy

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Blue Jays' Alek Manoah steals show while mic'd up, talking back with broadcasters during 2022 MLB All-Star Game

Alek Manoah had a lot to say in the home half of the second inning while throwing to Alejandro Kirk.

Kevin Skiver

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Blue Jays 2022 season: Five takeaways for Toronto from the first half of the year

The Blue Jays' 2022 season has not gone nearly as well as some predicted.

Bryan Murphy

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Who did the Blue Jays select in the 2022 MLB Draft?

The Blue Jays will make 22 picks in the 2022 MLB Draft.

Bryan Murphy

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How to watch the Blue Jays in the 2022 All-Star Game

Six members of Toronto will be competing for the American League in L.A.

Bryan Murphy

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Blue Jays draft pick: 'I'm going to become best pitcher in MLB'

The newest Blue Jays pitching prospect showed that he is not lacking in confidence.

Bryan Murphy

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Why the Toronto Blue Jays fired manager Charlie Montoyo midway through the season

The Toronto Blue Jays came into this season with high expectations, but they haven't lived up to them yet.

Kevin Skiver

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Why Aaron Judge, Vladimir Guerrero Jr. and Byron Buxton turned down 2022 Home Run Derby

Some of the top home run hitters in the American League turned down an invite to the Home Run Derby.

Kevin Skiver

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Unvaccinated J.T. Realmuto comments on missing Phillies series vs. Blue Jays: 'Not gonna let Canada tell me what I put in my body'

J.T. Realmuto will not be playing for the Phillies in their two-game series in Toronto as he is unvaccinated.

Jacob Camenker

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Blue Jays manager Charlie Montoyo criticizes Yusei Kikuchi for recent struggles: 'Tough to play behind a guy who isn’t throwing strikes.'

The newly signed left-hander has not been let off the hook by his new manager after a series of poor outings.

David Suggs

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What loss of Hyun Jin Ryu for season means for Blue Jays rotation after pitcher requires elbow surgery

Hyun Jin Ryu will undergo elbow surgery, which means Ross Stripling may find himself permanently in the rotation.

Kevin Skiver

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Blue Jays' Vladimir Guerrero Jr. shares eerily similar stats with his father through 403 career games

The Blue Jays slugger is sharing two key stats with his father early in his MLB career.

Kevin Skiver

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Who is Gabriel Moreno? Blue Jays call up top prospect, set to make MLB debut as Danny Jansen goes to IL

As the Blue Jays try to keep pace in the AL East, they're turning to a new face in Gabriel Moreno.

Kevin Skiver

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Why reigning Cy Young winner Robbie Ray didn't return to Toronto with Mariners

Hint: It's the same reason most players don't go to Toronto this season.

Kevin Skiver

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Why Blue Jays pitcher, pitching coach, manager were ejected in one-inning span during loss to Yankees

The Blue Jays lost three key members of their team in a one-inning span. Here's why Charlie Montoyo, Pete Walker and Yimi Garcia were ejected Tuesday against the Yankees.

Jacob Camenker

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What's real and what's fake in MLB as Mike Trout, Nolan Arenado and more get out to hot starts

We've finally hit a point in MLB season where numbers start to mean something. Here's whose scorching starts are real and whose are fake so far in the 2022 season.

Kevin Skiver

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Blue Jays' Kevin Gausman takes his sizzling April into May: Four numbers to know about pitcher's hot start

The Blue Jays' Kevin Gausman is in rare air with his start to the 2022 MLB season.

Kevin Skiver

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Why MLB umpire Angel Hernandez was actually right with controversial call in Blue Jays vs. Red Sox

Give credit where credit is due: The umpire got this call 100 percent correct.

Joe Rivera

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Blue Jays' Vladimir Guerrero Jr. overcomes finger injury to post 2nd three-HR game: 'He was bleeding a lot'

Vladimir Guerrero Jr. needed two stitches in his right hand after Wednesday's game, but before that he managed to club three home runs against the Yankees.

Jacob Camenker

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How have the Blue Jays hit against Gerrit Cole? Toronto set to face Yankees ace on Wednesday

Gerrit Cole faces the Blue Jays for the 10th time in his career as the two AL East teams play the third game of their four-game series on Wednesday.

Bryan Murphy

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Blue Jays rotation: Breaking down Toronto's top five starting pitchers

The Blue Jays come into the 2022 season with one of the better rotations in the American League.

Bryan Murphy

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What time do the Blue Jays play today? Date, starters, lineup for Toronto's Opening Day

The Blue Jays start the 2022 MLB season tonight with a matchup against the Rangers.

Bryan Murphy

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Blue Jays World Series odds: Toronto enters the 2022 season as one of the favorites to win title

The Blue Jays are primed for a run at a World Series in 2022, and oddsmakers are high on the team to go far.

Bryan Murphy

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Blue Jays' lineup: How strong is Toronto's batting order, bench in 2022?

The Blue Jays come into the 2022 season with one of the stronger lineups in the league. The Sporting News breaks it down.

Bryan Murphy

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Bradley Zimmer trade details: Blue Jays add depth by trading for Guardians outfielder

The Blue Jays acquired Zimmer from the Guardians for relief pitcher Anthony Castro.

Bryan Murphy

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Are the Blue Jays playing today? Date, time, starters for Toronto's 2022 Opening Day

While the MLB kicks off its regular season on Thursday, the Blue Jays do not have their Opening Day until Friday against the Rangers.

Bryan Murphy

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Blue Jays season preview 2022: Roster changes, depth chart and key storylines for this season

The Blue Jays enter the 2022 season with high expectations after taking a leap forward last year.

Bryan Murphy

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How to watch Blue Jays spring training 2022: Dates, times, TV channel, lineup, rotation

The 2022 MLB regular season is almost here as the Blue Jays are down in Florida for spring training.

Bryan Murphy

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Charlie Montoyo contract details: Blue Jays extend manager through 2023 season

Charlie Montoyo will be staying around in Toronto for the next two seasons after signing a contract extension on Friday.

Bryan Murphy

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Blue Jays Opening Day: Toronto tabs Jose Berrios as starter for opener against Rangers

Jose Berrios will be the Blue Jays starter for their 2022 Opening Day on Friday.

Bryan Murphy

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Blue Jays Opening Day: Rangers announce Jon Gray as starter against Toronto

The Blue Jays will face Jon Gray in their Opening Day matchup against the Rangers.

Bryan Murphy

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Blue Jays' Mark Shapiro says incoming players needing vaccinations 'impacted our access to talent'

Much has been made of competitive advantages for the Blue Jays with players requiring vaccines to play in Toronto. Team president Mark Shapiro explains why it's a double-edged sword.

Kevin Skiver

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Randal Grichuk trade details: Blue Jays send outfielder, cash to Rockies for Raimel Tapia, prospect Adrian Pinto

The Blue Jays and Rockies swapped outfielders, with Toronto also getting an infield prospect.

Bryan Murphy

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Trading for Matt Chapman a better fit for rising Blue Jays than signing Freddie Freeman

Matt Chapman is not a better ballplayer than Freddie Freeman, the free-agent first baseman so many Toronto baseball fans wanted their favorite team to sign. Chapman, though, is a better fit for the Blue Jays.

Ryan Fagan

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Freddie Freeman rumors: Former MLB slugger Carlos Baerga hints at Blue Jays signing star first baseman

Is Freddie Freeman heading north of the border?

Bryan Murphy

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Yusei Kikuchi contract details: Blue Jays sign lefty pitcher to three-year deal

The Blue Jays bolstered their rotation, giving Yusei Kikuchi a three-year deal.

Bryan Murphy

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Jays land big-name FA starter; see contract details

Sporting News breaks down how much the right-hander will make as he joins Toronto's rotation.

Edward Sutelan

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AL and NL Cy Young voting: How Robbie Ray and Corbin Burnes won MLB's top pitching awards

Ray was a near-unanimous winner of the award, while Burnes required down-ballot votes to secure his award win.

Edward Sutelan

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MLB playoff clinching scenarios for Yankees, Red Sox, Blue Jays, Mariners in AL wild-card race

Three races still need to be decided in Game 162. Here's everything you need to know for what could be a frantic final Sunday.

Tom Gatto

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Will Blue Jays make MLB playoffs? Full breakdown for AL wild-card spots

The Blue Jays' season is wrapping up. Here are the current odds and projections for every team still in the AL wild-card hunt.

Jackie Spiegel

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Matz fashions a gem in huge Blue Jays win

The left-hander earned a rare team honor for his stellar outing in the Jays' most important game of 2021.

Tom Gatto

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Why the Blue Jays would be the scariest team to face in 2021 MLB playoffs

If Toronto sneaks into the postseason, they could be a nightmare matchup for any team.

Edward Sutelan

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Blue Jays apparently retaliate against Kiermaier

Rays' Kevin Kiermaier is hit with a pitch following a dispute over a stolen scouting card

Dani Mohr

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Rays take Blue Jays' card containing pitching plan, reportedly refuse to give it back

An incident occurred Monday when Rays center fielder Kevin Kiermaier found Toronto's pitching plan and took it with him to his team's dugout. They declined to return it.

Zac Al-Khateeb

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Yankees' Gerrit Cole left the mound with hamstring issues

The Yankees confirmed star pitcher Gerrit Cole left the mound with hamstring issues.

Dani Mohr

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Why 2021 is the best year ever for 22-year-olds

There have been very few seasons in which any age group can match the production from this year's talented class of 22-year-old batters.

Edward Sutelan

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White Sox manager Tony La Russa caught yelling at rookie catcher Seby Zavala

La Russa doesn't seem to have any leeway for rookie mistakes.

Edward Sutelan

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Congrats pour in for Miggy after HR No. 500

Miguel Cabrera became the 28th member of the 500-home-run club Sunday. Congratulations came pouring in for the Tigers slugger.

Jacob Camenker

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Top 9 MLB prospect call-ups to watch for playoff contenders

The Yankees, Red Sox and Rays are among the teams that could dip into their farm system to find late-season help for their playoff push.

Edward Sutelan

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Brewers make post-deadline trade with Blue Jays, add reliever John Axford for $1

The Brewers managed to acquire John Axford on the cheap. Really cheap.

Jacob Camenker

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Jose Berrios trade grades: Both sides make out well in deal

Berrios isn't some schlub, and he's under team control for another year.

Joe Rivera

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Blue Jays returning to Toronto after receiving clearance from Canadian government

Canada's MLB team will be back home at the end of July.

Tom Gatto

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Rays' Brett Phillips has tons of fun in mopup pitching appearance

The backup outfielder kept his turn as a relief pitcher exceedingly light.

Tom Gatto

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Yankees' Gerrit Cole placed in sticky situation with questions about spin rate, MLB crackdown

The ace right-hander faced a fresh set of queries from New York media.

Tom Gatto

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Joe Girardi gets testy with reporters following dugout debate

Next question.

Joe Rivera

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MLB, Blue Jays fire Roberto Alomar after investigation into sexual misconduct

Alomar was fired from two consulting roles and placed on baseball's ineligible list after the completion of an investigation into sexual misconduct allegations stemming from a workplace incident in 2014.

Jason Foster

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Blue Jays' Vlad Guerrero Jr. bests dad with three home runs in a single game

Vlad Jr. is the youngest player since at least 1901 with a 3-HR, 7-RBI game.

Jackie Spiegel

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Rangers pack stands at Globe Life Field

The Rangers allowed 100 percent capacity at Globe Life Field for their home opener Monday, despite COVID-19 still affecting the state of Texas.

Zac Al-Khateeb

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The Yankees fall victim to one of MLB's stupid rule changes, and people are rightfully mad about it

The runner-on-second-in-extra-innings rule is back for 2021, and we already have our first victim.

Joe Rivera

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MLB games today: Full TV schedule for 2021 Opening Day baseball on ESPN, Fox, MLB Network

Here's what you need to know to watch opening weekend of the 2021 MLB season, including a full TV schedule with start times and TV channels.

Joe Rivera

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Blue Jays 2021: Opening Day lineup, rotation, schedule, how to watch Toronto's baseball team

Baseball is here and the Blue Jays 2021 season is expected to be a good one.

Jackie Spiegel

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When is Opening Day 2021? Date, schedule, start times for all 30 MLB teams

Major League Baseball is returning to a full 162-game slate in 2021 after a shortened season last year. Here's everything to know about Opening Day, including the full TV schedule with start times for all 30 teams.

Joe Rivera

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MLB's rule change experiments: The good and the bad

Spoiler: It's mostly bad, especially the potential ban on shifts and the limits on teams' ability to control the running game.

Tom Gatto

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Blue Jays add Steven Matz; ex-Mets analyst Nelson Figueroa says left-hander 'can be top-tier talent'

Ex-Mets TV analyst Nelson Figueroa weighs in on what the southpaw brings to the Jays' rotation.

Jackie Spiegel

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Blue Jays preparing to play home games in Florida if necessary, report says

The club is making plans in case it has to play another slate of home games in the U.S.

Tom Gatto

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Blue Jays' free-agent moves assure AL East respectability

Toronto added George Springer and Kirby Yates this week. The club might pursue other big names as well.

Dan Bernstein

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Rogers Centre to be demolished, new stadium built for Blue Jays, per report

The stadium opened in 1989 as SkyDome.

Jason Foster

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Blue Jays' Vlad Guerrero Jr: 'I was overweight, I said that it couldn't happen again'

The Blue Jays slugger is already gearing up for 2021.

Jackie Spiegel

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Jays' greatest strength sapped in Rays loss

Despite blame placed on manager Charlie Montoyo, the defeat had little to do with poor dugout decision-making.

Dan Bernstein

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How to watch Blue Jays vs. Rays

The Blue Jays are in the MLB postseason for the first time since 2016.

Jackie Spiegel

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Blue Jays schedule 2020: Dates, times for Toronto's revised MLB regular season

Toronto didn't have too many breathers in this slate, not least because the team was away from Canada for all of it. Still, the Jays made the MLB playoffs.

Tom Gatto

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Blue Jays reach MLB playoffs: Four wild cards in Toronto's return to postseason

The biggest questions surrounding the Jays as the franchise makes its first playoff appearance in four years.

Tom Gatto

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Yankees make MLB history as they keep hitting home runs vs. Blue Jays

New York hitters have rediscovered their power strokes at Toronto pitchers' expense.

Tom Gatto

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Yankees, Mets finally get to mark 9/11 anniversary with commemorative caps in-game

The NYC teams received MLB's blessing to play in caps acknowledging the first responders who were at the World Trade Center on Sept. 11, 2001.

Tom Gatto

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MLB trade deadline: Blue Jays' quiet efficiency in hot market, explained

Toronto added three starters to its rotation and picked up a stopgap for the injured Bo Bichette.

Dan Bernstein

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Blue Jays, Red Sox support players' boycott over Jacob Blake shooting, racial injustice

Boston vs. Toronto in Buffalo was one of seven games postponed because of player protests.

Tom Gatto

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Bo Bichette out with knee injury

Bichette had been on a tear up until the injury.

Jackie Spiegel

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Blue Jays' Buffalo home results in dingers

Sahlen Field was a launching pad in its first two nights in the majors, with 11 total dingers.

Tom Gatto

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Blue Jays' stadium in Buffalo hosts its first MLB game of 2020

The club has been forced out of Toronto by the COVID-19 pandemic.

Dan Bernstein

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Braves organist pokes fun at Reese McGuire's masturbation case by playing 'Beat It' during at-bat

When Reese McGuire stepped up to the plate, the Braves' organist saw an opportunity.

Jordan Heck

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Blue Jays forced to remove pitcher who wasn't on umpires' lineup card

Jacob Waguespack was eligible to play, but he wasn't in the lineup that was submitted to umpires. He left before he could throw an official pitch.

Tom Gatto

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Pearson finally arrives to Show; other prospects waiting

The Blue Jays didn't call up their top pitching prospect until it was to their advantage financially. Other clubs are in position to do the same.

Tom Gatto

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MLB Opening Day 2020 live scores, updates, highlights from Friday's baseball games

There are 26 MLB teams starting their quest for a World Series appearance today. Sporting News will be tracking highlights, scores, updates and more.

Joe Rivera

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Blue Jays make nest, to play home games in Buffalo in 2020

The Jays found a home a day after the MLB season got underway.

Joe Rivera

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MLB games today: Full TV schedule for 2020 Opening Day baseball on ESPN, Fox, MLB Network

Here's what you need to know to watch opening weekend of the 2020 MLB season, including a full TV schedule with start times and TV channels.

Joe Rivera

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Blue Jays' attempted move to Pittsburgh, PNC Park for home games is foiled

Though the Blue Jays and Pirates share just seven home game dates this year, Pennsylvania state government did not approve the teams' plan.

Joe Rivera

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Blue Jays to play 2020 home games in one of these three locations after Toronto ban

The Blue Jays will not be playing games in Toronto during the 2020 MLB season.

Jordan Heck

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Marcus Stroman blasts Randal Grichuk: 'Continue to underachieve and talk s— about teammates!'

The former Blue Jays teammates got personal in a fight on Twitter.

Dan Bernstein

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Blue Jays players could face jail time if they leave the team's Toronto bubble

This seems to be a surprise to at least one Blue Jays player.

Tadd Haislop

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Public masturbation case ends with minimal punishment for Blue Jays catcher Reese McGuire

McGuire was accused of masturbating in his car while parked in a public parking lot.

Tadd Haislop

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Lightning, Blue Jays halt training in Florida after multiple positive COVID-19 tests

The coronavirus outbreak in Florida apparently is impacting the sports world, too.

Tadd Haislop

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'Imperfect: The Roy Halladay Story': Release date, details for E60 documentary

The upcoming E:60 project will explore the life and death of the former Blue Jays ace.

Sam Jarden

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MLB presents its idea of socially distant baseball to teams

Teams have a lot to unpack. MLB is trying to cover every potential coronavirus hazard.

Tom Gatto

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Toronto mayor John Tory warns of likelihood of no professional sports in city until fall

The City of Toronto said all events with more than 25,000 people will be canceled through Aug. 31.

Sam Ficarro

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Best former Canadian mascots

These legendary mascots may be gone, but they're not forgotten.

Sam Jarden

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Best Vlad Jr. moments

On the one-year anniversary of Vlad Jr.'s debut, we take a look back at the best moments from his first year in the MLB.

Sam Jarden

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Jose Bautistia open to pitching in MLB

The former All-Star outfielder was filmed throwing pitches by ex-teammate Marcus Stroman this offseason.

Sam Ficarro

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Damaso Garcia, former Blue Jays star, dead at age 63

The Dominican second-baseman spent seven years in Toronto between 1980-86.

Sam Jarden

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April 7, 1977: Blue Jays play first ever game

On this day 43 years ago, the Blue Jays played a memorable first-ever game at a snowy Exhibition Stadium.

Sam Jarden

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NBA season in peril? Blame the Raptors and the Toronto curse

There's a strange trend between Toronto teams winning championships and leagues cancelling their season.

Sam Jarden

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Rumored MLB 2020 season plan: Three reactions

July opening? November ending? That's the latest speculation. Some thoughts on those rumors.

Tom Gatto

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Missing Opening Day: Overreactions to Strat-O-Matic simulations

It's already like that in the baseball world. Hey, games are games and stats are stats.

Tom Gatto

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Blue Jays 2020 Preview: Starting rotation to be much improved

Blue Jays hope to see improvement from their starting rotation in 2020.

Sam Ficarro

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What Jays' starting lineup would have looked like on Opening Day

A new star pitcher and a burgeoning slugging superstar headline Toronto's likely starters.

Rudi Schuller

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From Olerud to Alomar: The top 10 Blue Jays of all time

Through 43 seasons of Toronto Blue Jays baseball, there have been a lot of great players to don the various jerseys of the Canadian franchise.

Rudi Schuller

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Nate Pearson dominates Red Sox

Nate Pearson continued his dominant spring against the Boston Red Sox.

Sam Ficarro

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Here's how to watch MLB spring training games this year

The Astros are obviously the biggest storyline of spring action, but all teams carry compelling narratives worth fan attention.

Dan Bernstein

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Jose Bautista is attempting a comeback as a two-way player: Does former MLB outfielder have a chance?

MLB is more inviting of two-way players than ever, but there are questions surrounding Bautista's effort given his age.

Joe Rivera

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Pearson continues to make batters look silly

Toronto's top prospect hasn't given up a single hit in three innings of work.

Jackie Spiegel

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Blue Jays' Nate Pearson dominates Yankees in spring training debut

The Jays pitching phenom was impressive in his first 2020 outing.

Jackie Spiegel

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Toronto Blue Jays legend, World Series champion Tony Fernandez dies at 57

Fernandez's name is all over the Blue Jays record books.

Jackie Spiegel

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Blue Jays catcher Reese McGuire arrested, charged with exposure of sexual organs

The incident took place in Dunedin, Fla., last weekend.

Jace Mallory

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Raptors set new Canadian record

With a win over the Minnesota Timberwolves on Monday, Toronto extended its win streak to 15, surpassing the CFL's Calgary Stampeders for the longest win streak from a Canadian-based professional team (NBA/NHL/MLB/CFL).

Gilbert McGregor

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When is Opening Day 2020? Schedule, start times for all 30 MLB teams

Opening Day is right around the corner. Here's everything you need to know about the start of the 2020 MLB season.

Joe Rivera

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Fernandez in critical condition with kidney ailment

The five-time MLB All-Star is Toronto's all-time leader in games played.

Rudi Schuller

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Offseason additions have excitement high for Blue Jays

Appearing in Calgary recently as part of the club’s annual Winter Tour, several young Blue Jays expressed their excitement at the team’s offseason additions.

Ryan Pike

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Grichuk wants Astros stripped of 2017 World Series title

The 28-year-old outfielder didn't mince words when asked what should happen to the Astros in the wake of a sign-stealing scandal.

Rudi Schuller

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Vlad Jr. working to get leaner, 'play 150 games' this season

The 20-year-old slugger has been locked into an offseason training regime that he hopes will help him be in the Jays' lineup every day.

Rudi Schuller

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Newest Toronto Blue Jay Hyun-Jin Ryu to wear No. 99: 'thought we would return it back to Canada'

The Toronto Blue Jays officially signed 32-year-old pitcher Hyun-Jin Ryu to four-year, $80 million deal on Friday.

Jace Mallory

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Blue Jays adding Ryu to top of rotation

Toronto adds a top-of-the-rotation starter in the former Dodgers left-hander.

Tom Gatto

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MLB trade rumors: Toronto Blue Jays, Boston Red Sox discussing possible David Price deal, per report

The left-hander started 11 games for the Blue Jays after he was acquired at the 2015 trade deadline.

Tommy McArdle

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Looking back: Toronto Blue Jays' Justin Smoak signs with Milwaukee Brewers

The first baseman spent five years in Toronto and earned a spot among some of the franchise's all-time greats.

Jackie Spiegel

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Blue Jays' Bo Bichette, Lourdes Gurriel Jr. among Toronto BBWAA winners

Bo Bichette won the association's rookie of the year award, while Gurriel Jr. took home the player of the year and most improved player awards.

Tommy McArdle

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Nationals secure home field in WCG

Gerardo Parra hit a grand slam in a whopping nine-run second inning to highlight the victory, which is Washington's seventh consecutive win.

Alexis Mansanarez

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Athletics, Rays clinch wild cards

The Rays vastly exceeded expectations this year, thanks in part to right-hander Tyler Glasnow.

Arthur Weinstein

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Blue Jays rookie Cavan Biggio bunts for double against Rays

The 24-year-old gave Toronto fans something to cheer about on Friday.

Rudi Schuller

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Blue Jays' Lourdes Gurriel Jr. placed on 60-day IL after appendectomy

The 25-year-old left fielder is batting .277 in 314 at-bats this season.

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Nationals clinch wild-card spot

The Nationals topped the Phillies 4-1 before beating them 6-5 later on in the day.

Ameer Tyree

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Anthony Alford hits first career home run at perfect time, wins game for Blue Jays

In the bottom of the 15th inning, Anthony Alford hits his first homer, sending the Blue Jays home with an 11-10 victory over the Orioles.

Jace Mallory

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Blue Jays' young star Bo Bichette could be sidelined the rest of 2019 with injury

Bo Bichette remains in concussion protocol following a hit-by-pitch on Sep. 19.

Jace Mallory

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Astros clinch AL West title

George Springer hit three home runs in four innings and added four RBIs.

Ameer Tyree

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MLB: Rays take lead over Indians

The Rays sit in the second spot in the wild-card race, with a one-game lead over the Indians, after a 5-4 win over the Red Sox.

Alexis Mansanarez

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Vladimir Guerrero Jr. injury update: Blue Jays third baseman leaves game with left rib injury

The rookie was injured on a headfirst slide into second base during the Blue Jays' comeback win.

Tommy McArdle

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Wild-card races as close as ever

The Cubs lost to the Reds and remain locked up with the Brewers in the National League wild-card race.

Thomas Lott

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Brewers top Padres, tie Cubs

The Brewers and Cubs both have 82-69 records and are now tied for the second National League wild-card spot.

Ameer Tyree

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Blue Jays' Cavan Biggio records third cycle in franchise history

The 24-year-old followed in the footsteps of his father with a standout performance against the Orioles on Tuesday.

Sammi Silber

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Brewers top Cardinals on grand slam

Milwaukee (80-69) is one game back of the Cubs, who hold the National League second wild-card spot.

Ameer Tyree

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Blue Jays top the Yankees with Bo Bichette walk-off solo home run

In the 12th inning of Friday's game, Bo Bichette sends one over the fence for the Blue Jays to beat the Yankees 6-5.

Jace Mallory

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Blue Jays release pitcher Clayton Richard just hours after wishing him a happy birthday

Two tweets from the team — one wishing the left-handed pitcher a happy birthday, and another announcing his release — mark the unforgiving nature of baseball as a business.

Tommy McArdle

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Dodgers clinch NL West again

Los Angeles' offense was powered by Corey Seager, who hit two home runs and tallied five RBIs in the contest.

Ameer Tyree

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MLB wrap: Sept. 7

Arizona has gone 11-1 in its last 12 games with its most recent win Saturday over Cincinnati.

Alexis Mansanarez

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MLB wrap: Rangers shut out Yankees

The Rangers' pitching staff handed New York its first shut out in 220 games to break the second-longest streak in MLB history.

Alexis Mansanarez

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No choke: On Sept. 2, 1990, Dave Stieb throws no-hitter after three previous misses

This was one of the more special no-hitters in MLB history given its context.

Dan Bernstein

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MLB wrap: Verlander throws no-no

Verlander struck out 14 and walked only one in the Astros' 2-0 win over the Blue Jays and is now 17-5 this season.

Alexis Mansanarez

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Verlander pitches no-hitter

The Astros ace became the sixth pitcher in the live-ball era to accomplish the feat three or more times.

Alexis Mansanarez

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LeMahieu homer lifts NY past OAK

While LeMahieu went 1 for 5 on the day, he came up big when his team needed him most.

Ameer Tyree

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Blue Jays' Bo Bichette breaks franchise record with 45 hits in first 30 games

The 21-year-old continues to make history through his rookie campaign with Toronto.

Sammi Silber

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Blue Jays' Vladimir Guerrero Jr. ejected from game vs. Astros

The 20-year-old infielder had words for the home plate umpire and pointed at him before receiving his first career ejection.

Sammi Silber

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Blue Jays' continued love for Josh Donaldson goes beyond his on-field performance

Donaldson returned to Toronto on Tuesday as a member of the Braves.

Dan Bernstein

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Dodgers edge by Yankees

"It doesn't matter what you did the day before," Turner told reporters after the game. "You gotta show up the next day at 0-0. "

Ameer Tyree

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Ken Jennings clowns Blue Jays fans

Ex-Jeopardy champ Ken Jennings isn't too fond of Blue Jays fans or Canadians, and he let that be known Saturday.

Ameer Tyree

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Kenley Jansen: 'I’d boo myself'

After Jansen gave up a game-tying home run in the ninth inning Wednesday night, fans booed him, but he said he doesn't blame them.

Arthur Weinstein

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