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Alejandro Kirk Alejandro Kirk Exiting starting nine
Tue, Jul 21, 2026, 2:19 PM
Kirk is not in the lineup for Tuesday's contest against the Rays.
Analysis: It's a regular day off for Kirk, who is sporting just a .598 OPS with one home run in 25 games since coming off the injured list. Brandon Valenzuela will grab a start at catcher in Kirk's stead. |
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George Springer George Springer Swipes seventh bag
Tue, Jul 21, 2026, 11:21 AM
Springer went 2-for-3 with a walk and a stolen base in Monday's loss to the Rays.
Analysis: It was the veteran slugger's seventh steal of the season, and his first since June 17. Springer missed a big chunk of the early July schedule while on the paternity and family leave lists, but he's hit safely in eight of his last nine games dating back to June 28, batting .278 (10-for-36) over that stretch with a triple, two homers, four RBI and six runs. |
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Pushing for promotion
Tue, Jul 21, 2026, 11:10 AM
Harry could be the next prospect in the Blue Jays' system in line for a promotion to the majors, Mitch Bannon of The Athletic reports.
Analysis: Acquired from the Twins in a 2024 trade for reliever Trevor Richards, Harry has had a breakout campaign after some offseason swing adjustments, slashing .316/.362/.560 with 13 homers and 15 steals across 75 games between Double-A New Hampshire and Triple-A Buffalo. The 24-year-old's biggest selling point is his defensive versatility, however -- he's played both second base and shortstop this season in addition to all three outfield spots, and he has some experience at third base as well. If the Jays are sellers at the trade deadline, it could open up a spot on the 26-man roster for Harry to make his big-league debut and get a look in the super-utility role Ernie Clement previously thrived in. |
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Dylan Cease Dylan Cease Takes loss against Tampa Bay
Mon, Jul 20, 2026, 9:22 PM
Cease (6-5) took the loss against the Rays on Monday, allowing five runs (three earned) on seven hits and one walk while striking out seven across six innings.
Analysis: The seven hits and five runs allowed both matched season highs for Cease, but with two of those runs unearned, he still came away with his third-straight quality start and eighth of the year. It was also the 12th time in 15 starts that Cease fanned seven or more batters, and his 155 strikeouts are second-most in the majors behind Jacob Misiorowski (173). Despite Monday's loss, Cease is firmly in the conversation for the American League Cy Young award with a 2.67 ERA and 1.05 WHIP across 104.1 innings. He's lined up to face the red-hot Red Sox on the road this weekend. Cease's last start at Fenway Park was June 16, when he earned the win after pitching five scoreless frames. |
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Jonatan Clase Jonatan Clase Heading to bench Monday
Mon, Jul 20, 2026, 3:48 PM
Clase is out of the lineup for Monday's game against the Rays.
Analysis: Clase will head to the bench Monday after he went 0-for-5 with a walk and three strikeouts while starting in two of the Blue Jays' three games against the White Sox over the weekend. Myles Straw will receive the nod in left field in the series opener, but Clase will likely rank as the Blue Jays' preferred option at the position until Jesus Sanchez (ankle) makes his return from the injured list. |
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Yimi Garcia Yimi Garcia Facing hitters Tuesday
Mon, Jul 20, 2026, 3:48 PM
Garcia (elbow/neck/biceps) will throw a live batting practice session Tuesday, Mitch Bannon of The Athletic reports.
Analysis: If that goes well, Garcia will be cleared to resume a rehab assignment. The veteran reliever had surgery last September to remove scar tissue around his right elbow, and he's had to be pulled off rehab assignments twice because of nerve problems related to his biceps and neck. Once he's cleared to re-start a rehab assignment, Garcia will need multiple outings before rejoining the Blue Jays' bullpen. |
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Max Scherzer Max Scherzer Resuming rehab assignment Wednesday
Mon, Jul 20, 2026, 3:42 PM
Scherzer (back/thumb) will resume his rehab assignment with Triple-A Buffalo on Wednesday, Ben Nicholson-Smith of Sportsnet.ca reports.
Analysis: Out for more than a month with back spasms, Scherzer had to be pulled off his rehab last week and was given three cortisone injections in his right thumb. The 41-year-old is scheduled for four innings and/or 60-to-65 pitches Wednesday and is expected to make at least one additional rehab start after that before rejoining the Blue Jays' rotation. |
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Rehabbing elbow injury
Mon, Jul 20, 2026, 3:03 PM
High-A Vancouver sent Guerra (elbow strain) on a rehab assignment in the Florida Gulf Coast League, Geoff Pontes of Baseball America reports.
Analysis: Guerra last pitched for Vancouver on June 9 before missing a month with the ominous injury. The 22-year-old righty gave up one run on one hit and one walk while striking out four in 2.2 innings in the FCL on July 10 and he has yet to make a second rehab appearance as of July 20. Guerra put himself on the dynasty map with a 3.17 ERA, 1.26 WHIP and 73 strikeouts in 54 innings in the Northwest League prior to the injury. |
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Banged up at complex
Mon, Jul 20, 2026, 2:57 PM
Piasentin has not played for the Florida Gulf Coast League Blue Jays since June 8 due to knee soreness, Geoff Pontes of Baseball America reports.
Analysis: Pontes reports that Piasentin, who has not been officially placed on the injured list, could be back soon. The 6-foot-3 third baseman is hitting .188 with a .349 OBP, one home run and a 26.7 percent strikeout rate in 21 games as a 19-year-old in complex ball. |
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Promoted to Triple-A
Sun, Jul 19, 2026, 5:34 PM
Coleman was promoted to Triple-A Buffalo on Sunday, Mitch Bannon of The Athletic reports.
Analysis: Coleman will make the jump to the Triple-A level after posting a 2.88 ERA and 1.20 WHIP with 37 strikeouts over 25 innings in 18 appearances with Double-A New Hampshire this season. If the southpaw impresses with Buffalo, there's a strong chance that Coleman will get a shot with the major-league roster this year. |
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Trey Yesavage Trey Yesavage Fans nine in quality start
Sun, Jul 19, 2026, 5:31 PM
Yesavage (4-5) took the loss Sunday against the White Sox, allowing three runs on five hits and two walks in six innings. He struck out nine.
Analysis: Yesavage overpowered the Chicago bats at times, generating a whopping 21 whiffs on the afternoon, and he hung on for a quality start after the White Sox plated a pair of runs in the sixth inning. The nine punchouts were a season high for the right-hander, who has now logged three quality starts in his past four outings. Yesavage has been wild occasionally, walking at least five in four of his last nine appearances, but he's still maintained a healthy 3.78 ERA, 1.16 WHIP and 78:41 K:BB over 81 innings this year. |
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Max Scherzer Max Scherzer Throws bullpen session
Sun, Jul 19, 2026, 1:51 PM
Scherzer (back/thumb) threw a bullpen session Sunday, Keegan Matheson of MLB.com reports.
Analysis: The 41-year-old had his rehab assignment paused last week in order to get three cortisone injections in his right thumb, but he wasn't shut down from throwing for long. Scherzer originally landed on the IL in mid-June due to back spasms, but he's now received cortisone injections for both his side and thumb while on the shelf. The Blue Jays hoped that the right-hander's quick return to throwing will allow him to resume the rehab assignment in the near future. |
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George Springer George Springer Taking seat Sunday
Sun, Jul 19, 2026, 9:40 AM
Springer is out of the lineup for Sunday's game against the White Sox.
Analysis: Springer started the first two games coming out of the All-Star break and will hit the bench Sunday after going 2-for-8 with a homer and three RBI. Vladimir Guerrero is serving as the DH on Sunday while Sean Keys picks up a start at first base. |
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Shane Bieber Shane Bieber Best start of 2026
Sat, Jul 18, 2026, 5:06 PM
Bieber (1-1) earned the win against the White Sox on Saturday, allowing three hits and two walks while striking out six across six scoreless innings.
Analysis: Saturday was a pitcher's duel between Bieber and Davis Martin, with the former coming away with the win. It was the best outing of the season for Bieber, who needed just 80 pitches (51 strikes) to get through six innings while generating 13 whiffs and eight groundouts. It was a welcome sign for the Blue Jays, especially with Max Scherzer (back) on the 15-day IL and the recent struggles of 23-year-old right-hander Trey Yesavage. Biever's next start is tentatively slated for next week at home against the Rays. |
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Vladimir Guerrero Jr. Vladimir Guerrero Jr. Reaches base three times Saturday
Sat, Jul 18, 2026, 5:03 PM
Guerrero went 2-for-3 with a double, a walk and a run scored during the Blue Jays' 1-0 win over the White Sox on Saturday.
Analysis: Neither team could get its offense going Saturday, but Guerrero helped the Blue Jays get the job done with a double in the fourth inning before being brought home on a George Springer single. Guerrero has still not hit a home run at Rogers Centre this season and is slashing .265/.349/.362 with seven steals, 41 RBI and six home runs across 395 plate appearances. |
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Louis Varland Louis Varland Locks down 20th save
Sat, Jul 18, 2026, 5:00 PM
Varland earned the save in Saturday's 1-0 win over the White Sox, when he struck out one batter in a scoreless ninth inning.
Analysis: Saturday was a low-scoring affair Saturday, so Varland was brought out and tasked with protecting the Blue Jays' one-run lead. He needed just nine pitches (six strikes) to get the job done, highlighted by five-pitch strikeout of Colson Montgomery. Varland has converted all 20 of his save opportunities this season and boasts a 1.08 ERA, 0.96 WHIP and 68:13 K:BB across 50 innings. |
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Adam Macko Adam Macko Optioned to Buffalo
Sat, Jul 18, 2026, 11:27 AM
The Blue Jays optioned Macko to Triple-A Buffalo on Saturday.
Analysis: Over his last four appearances out of the bullpen, Macko has been roughed up to say the least. The 25-year-old allowed nine earned runs over five innings, after previously recording three scoreless outings initially upon his return to the big-league club June 26. Toronto recalled Lazaro Estrada to take Macko's spot on the active roster for the time being. |
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CJ Van Eyk CJ Van Eyk Demoted to Buffalo
Sat, Jul 18, 2026, 11:21 AM
Toronto optioned Van Eyk to Triple-A Buffalo on Saturday.
Analysis: After making just one appearance during his time with the big-league club, Van Eyk will make his way back to Triple-A. The 27-year-old pitched two scoreless innings in his big-league debut July 17, allowing just one hit and one hit batsman, while striking out one batter as well. Toronto recalled Brendon Little to take Van Eyk's spot on the active roster. |
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Brendon Little Brendon Little Recalled to Toronto
Sat, Jul 18, 2026, 11:18 AM
The Blue Jays recalled Little from Triple-A Buffalo on Saturday.
Analysis: After appearing in 79 games for the big-league club last regular season, Little has appeared in just six games with Toronto in 2026 as he makes his way back up to the major leagues. With Buffalo, the 29-year-old has posted a 7-1 record alongside a 2.53 ERA, 1.44 WHIP and 46:25 K:BB through 32 innings this season. The Blue Jays optioned CJ Van Eyk to make room for Little on the active roster. |
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Lazaro Estrada Lazaro Estrada Back with Toronto
Sat, Jul 18, 2026, 11:13 AM
The Blue Jays recalled Estrada from Triple-A Buffalo on Saturday, Arden Zwelling of Sportsnet.ca reports.
Analysis: Estrada will make his way back to Toronto after making just one appearance with the big-league club after being reinstated from the injured list June 20. With Buffalo, the 27-year-old appeared in eight games, registering a 3.00 ERA, 0.94 WHIP and 16:5 K:BB in 18 innings. The Blue Jays optioned Adam Macko after a rough stretch out of the bullpen to make room for Estrada on the active roster. |
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