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Edwin Encarnacion providing mentorship and guidance to Vladimir Guerrero Jr.

Vladimir Guerrero Jr. has had a slow start to the year — his OPS is .715 entering Thursday — but he continues to practice good habits thanks to a former Blue Jays slugger.

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An Early Review of the Toronto Blue Jays’ Hitting

After April 17’s loss to the New York Yankees, the Toronto Blue Jays were 19 games into the 2024 season with a 10-9 record. From a hitting perspective, this season has been a roller coaster.

Toronto Blue Jays News / Bluejaysnation / 8 hours ago

The Toronto Blue Jays, Tipping Pitches, and Artificial Intelligence

In a recent broadcast, Michael Kay, a New York Yankee announcer, wondered aloud how the Jays managed to improve so much from their first series in The Bronx a couple of weeks ago to the series in Toronto that just finished.

Orelvis Martinez News / Bluejaysnation / 9 hours ago

Minor League Report: Orelvis Martinez hit a grand slam, Vancouver was no-hit, and more!

From a near organizational sweep, to the Blue Jays organization nearly was swept itself. On Wednesday, all four Blue Jays affiliates were in action, with three of the four teams losing, along with the big league team.

MLB News / Bluejaysnation / 7 hours ago

After failing to complete sweep over Yankees, Blue Jays take winning record on another tough road trip

Heading into this week, the Toronto Blue Jays had a chip on their shoulders as they prepared to face the red-hot New York Yankees for a three-game series.

MLB News / Bluejaysnation / 1 minute ago

Pitching prospect Jimmy Robbins has been traded to the Texas Rangers

The Blue Jays have made a trade. It was reported by MLB Trade Rumors on Wednesday evening that the Blue Jays were sending left-handed pitching prospect Jimmy Robbins to the Texas Rangers in exchange for cash.

Justin Turner News / Bluejaysnation / 3 hours ago

First impression – The Justin Turner signing is working out well for the Blue Jays

The Toronto Blue Jays entered last offseason looking for some offensive help, especially with the potential turnover looming for the regular lineup. Matt Chapman, Whit Merrifield, Brandon Belt, and Kevin Kiermaier were all destined for free agency and only Kiermaier returned while Belt is still looking for a Major League opportunity.

Toronto Blue Jays News / ClutchPoints / 10 hours ago

Blue Jays get pivotal injury updates

The Toronto Blue Jays have endured a sluggish start to the 2024 campaign, and while they haven’t exactly played well on the field, the number of injuries that they are currently dealing with isn’t exactly helping them.

Yusei Kikuchi News / Bluejaysnation / 1 minute ago

From the Mound to the Clubhouse: Yusei Kikuchi’s new tradition of Whisky and Winning

Toronto Blue Jays starting pitcher Yusei Kikuchi’s stellar start to the season has sparked a special victory ritual that extends beyond the field. After wins in which he takes the mound, Kikuchi shares a rare and expensive bottle of Japanese whisky with his teammates, fostering a spirit of celebration and camaraderie.

MLB News / Bluejaysnation / 8 hours ago

Instant Reaction: The Jays blew a late lead, losing the series finale to the Yankees

Well, the Blue Jays certainly had a chance to win this game, but blew a late lead. With the 6-4 loss, the Blue Jays moved to 10-9 on the season, with their four-game win streak coming to an end.

Orelvis Martinez News / Bluejaysnation / 2 hours ago

Blue Jays prospect Orelvis Martinez extends career-long hit streak to 11 games with extra-innings grand slam

Orelvis Martinez used some late-game heroics to extend his hitting streak to a career-best 11 games with Triple-A Buffalo on Wednesday. The 22-year-old stepped to the plate with the bases loaded and two outs in the 10th inning of an 8-8 tie game, needing a hit to preserve his hitting streak after going 0-for-4 with a walk earlier in the afternoon.

Toronto Blue Jays News / Bluejaysnation / 6 hours ago

Blue Jays fan’s unexpected gift lifts her spirits and those of her ailing husband

Ontario resident Carla Norris-Hutcheson never expected the kindness she’d encounter while attending the Blue Jays home opener alone. A group of young men sitting near her surprised her with a heartfelt gift: a George Springer jersey, her husband’s favourite player.

Yusei Kikuchi News / Bluejaysnation / 3 hours ago

Yusei Kikuchi dominant in series-clinching win over the Yankees

The Blue Jays entered game two of a three-game set against the New York Yankees on Tuesday night at the Rogers Center. After a Blue Jays victory the day before, both clubs turn to southpaws to battle it out in this American League East showdown.

Alejandro Kirk News / Just Baseball / 4 minutes ago

Alejandro Kirk Earning Praise as Steadying Force for Blue Jays

TORONTO — Perhaps it was a bit ironic, and also apropos, that catcher Alejandro Kirk had arguably the best overall game of his season on the same night his backstop counterpart, Danny Jansen, was finally reinstated from the injured list.

Kevin Gausman News / Field Level Media / 59 minutes ago

Blue Jays' Kevin Gausman looks to rebound in finale vs. Yankees

The visiting New York Yankees will look to avoid being swept by the Toronto Blue Jays on Wednesday afternoon when they play the finale of their three-game series.

Jordan Romano News / Field Level Media / 1 hour ago

Jays activate closer Jordan Romano (elbow) from IL

The Toronto Blue Jays activated right-handed relievers Jordan Romano and Erik Swanson from the 15-day injured list on Tuesday ahead of their game against the visiting New York Yankees.

Toronto Blue Jays News / Inside The Diamonds / April 16

Toronto Blue Jays Roster Moves 4/16

The Toronto Blue Jays will face the New York Yankees tonight in the middle game of their three-game series. The Blue Jays took the first game of the series 3-1 behind Chris Bassitt who got the start and went 6.1 innings giving up one run on four hits; he walked two and struck out five.

Toronto Blue Jays News / MLB Trade Rumors / 1 hour ago

Blue Jays designate reliable bullpen arm for assignment

The Blue Jays announced they optioned righty Nate Pearson to Triple-A and designated righty Mitch White for assignment.

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MLB home run props for Tuesday 4/16: Against Yanks, this Jay is OK

We were unable to cash a home run prop on Monday night, bringing a brief end to our recent hot streak. Let's start a new one on Tuesday night with our three favorite home run bets for the MLB slate.

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Toronto Blue Jays News / Just Baseball / 15 hours ago