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George Springer George Springer Goes yard in loss Tuesday
Tue, Jul 28, 2026, 10:16 PM
Springer went 1-for-3 with a three-run homer, a run scored and a walk during Tuesday's 8-6 loss to the Nationals.
Analysis: With Toronto trailing 8-3 in the eighth inning, Springer cut the deficit to just two runs, blasting a three-run homer off Gus Varland. For the 36-year-old, it was his second homer in his last four games, as he extended his hitting streak to four games. On the season, Springer has slashed .234/.315/.405 with 12 home runs and 33 RBI in 339 plate appearances. |
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Kazuma Okamoto Kazuma Okamoto Blasts homer in loss
Tue, Jul 28, 2026, 10:11 PM
Okamoto went 1-for-2 with a homer and two runs scored in Toronto's 8-6 loss to Washington on Tuesday.
Analysis: After replacing the injured Vladimir Guerrero (hamstring) at first base in the bottom of the fourth inning, Okamoto clubbed a pinch-hit homer in his first at-bat in the fifth. The 30-year-old later came around to score on George Springer's three-run homer in the eighth. On the campaign, Okamoto is slashing .226/.304/.449 with 24 homers and 66 RBI in 427 plate appearances. If Guerrero is to miss time, Okamoto would likely receive more playing time at first base. |
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Shane Bieber Shane Bieber Roughed up in outing
Tue, Jul 28, 2026, 9:55 PM
Bieber (2-2) took the loss against the Nationals on Tuesday, allowing four runs on one hit and six walks over just two-thirds of an inning.
Analysis: Bieber failed to get out of the first inning, marking the shortest start of his career. The 31-year-old also allowed six walks, which is a new career high. Now on the season, the right-hander controls a 5.74 ERA, 1.63 WHIP and 22:18 K:BB in 31.1 innings. With Bieber being a potential trade candidate before Monday's trade deadline, his career-worst start may diminish his overall value to potential trade suitors. |
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Vladimir Guerrero Jr. Vladimir Guerrero Jr. Exits with hamstring tightness
Tue, Jul 28, 2026, 8:37 PM
Guerrero was removed from Tuesday's game against the Nationals due to right hamstring tightness, Keegan Matheson of MLB.com reports.
Analysis: The severity of Guerrero's injury is unclear, but the Blue Jays may provide an update on his status after the game. With Lenyn Sosa (wrist) on the injured list, Kazuma Okamoto would likely cover first base if Guerrero were to miss any games, clearing the way for Luis Urias to start in the infield. |
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Alejandro Kirk Alejandro Kirk Not in Tuesday's lineup
Tue, Jul 28, 2026, 5:14 PM
Kirk is out of the lineup for Tuesday's game against the Nationals.
Analysis: Kirk started the previous two games and will get a breather Tuesday after going 2-for-7 with a walk and a strikeout. Brandon Valenzuela will step in behind the plate to catch veteran righty Shane Bieber while batting sixth. |
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Kazuma Okamoto Kazuma Okamoto Taking seat Tuesday
Tue, Jul 28, 2026, 5:05 PM
Okamoto is out of the lineup for Tuesday's game against the Nationals.
Analysis: Okamoto started the previous five games but will hit the bench Sunday after going 4-for-21 (.190) with a double, a homer and nine strikeouts during that span. The Japanese third baseman has a .606 OPS through 21 games in July, which has dropped his season-long slash line down to .224/.304/.441 in 425 plate appearances. |
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Tyler Rogers Tyler Rogers Secures 22nd hold
Tue, Jul 28, 2026, 9:50 AM
Rogers struck out one in a perfect seventh inning Monday to record his 22nd hold of the season in a win over the Nationals.
Analysis: With Toronto nursing a 3-2 lead, Rogers got the call against Washington's 9-1-2 hitters and got the job done on just eight pitches (all strikes), fanning James Wood along the way. Rogers hasn't allowed a run since June 23, reeling off 10 straight scoreless appearances and posting a 0.50 WHIP and 7:1 K:BB in 10 innings with five holds. |
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Mason Fluharty Mason Fluharty Nabs fifth win
Tue, Jul 28, 2026, 9:47 AM
Fluharty (5-1) picked up the win Monday over the Nationals, striking out one over 1.1 perfect innings of relief.
Analysis: Max Scherzer lasted just 2.2 frames as the starter after being activated from the IL earlier in the day, and Fluharty took the mound with the Blue Jays already ahead 2-1 in the third inning and was credited with the victory. The southpaw reliever has been scored upon just twice in nine July appearances, posting a 2.00 ERA, 0.89 WHIP and 10:1 K:BB in nine innings on the month. |
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Luis Urias Luis Urias Goes yard in Monday's win
Tue, Jul 28, 2026, 9:43 AM
Urias went 1-for-2 with a solo home run and two walks in Monday's win over the Nationals.
Analysis: Getting the start at second base and batting eighth, Urias got the Blue Jays on the board in the third inning when he drove a first-pitch sinker from Eddy Yean over the fence in center field. Urias has gone just 2-for-14 in seven games since the All-Star break in a depth role, but both hits have left the yard. |
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Louis Varland Louis Varland Shuts door for 22nd save
Mon, Jul 27, 2026, 10:07 PM
Varland secured the save Monday against the Nationals, allowing no runs on one hit and one walk in the ninth inning. He struck out two.
Analysis: Washington got the potential tying and go-ahead runs on base Monday, but Varland ultimately slammed the door for his fourth consecutive scoreless outing. The hard-throwing right-hander has been sublime since usurping Jeff Hoffman as Toronto's closer, successfully converting all 22 of his save opportunities this year. Through 53 innings, Varland boasts a 1.02 ERA, 0.96 WHIP and 72:14 K:BB to establish a strong grip on the closing gig. |
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Max Scherzer Max Scherzer Labors in return
Mon, Jul 27, 2026, 10:01 PM
Scherzer took a no-decision Monday against the Nationals, allowing one run on four hits and three walks in 2.2 innings. He struck out four.
Analysis: Making his return from a lengthy absence with back spasms and a thumb injury, Scherzer struggled to find his control Monday and also lacked efficiency. He threw 75 pitches (44 strikes) and still couldn't make it through three frames against one of his former teams, and Scherzer has now walked three batters in three consecutive starts while failing to work into the fifth inning in each. The 42-year-old right-hander appears to be on his last legs amidst an injury-plagued 2026 campaign, dragging a 9.49 ERA, 1.82 WHIP and 18:14 K:BB over 24.2 frames into his next scheduled appearance at home against the Cardinals. |
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Lenyn Sosa Lenyn Sosa Hitting in live BP this week
Mon, Jul 27, 2026, 4:12 PM
Sosa (wrist) will resume taking live batting practice this week, Shi Davidi of Sportsnet.ca reports.
Analysis: Sosa had to be pulled off a rehab assignment in late June following a setback with his bruised right wrist, but he's been ramping things back up and could be ready to try rehab games again soon. The infielder has managed just a .195/.207/.283 batting line in 40 games this season between the White Sox and Blue Jays. |
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Joe Mantiply Joe Mantiply Throwing off mound again
Mon, Jul 27, 2026, 4:09 PM
Mantiply (knee) has resumed throwing bullpen sessions, Shi Davidi of Sportsnet.ca reports.
Analysis: Mantiply is working his way back from arthroscopic surgery on his left knee, which he underwent in June. The lefty reliever remains without a timetable, but he should have a chance to make it back sometime in August if all goes well. |
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Yimi Garcia Yimi Garcia Getting checked for possible TOS
Mon, Jul 27, 2026, 4:06 PM
Garcia (elbow/neck/biceps) has been pulled off his rehab assignment and will be examined by a doctor for possible thoracic outlet syndrome, Shi Davidi of Sportsnet.ca reports.
Analysis: It's the third time this season that Garcia has had to be yanked off his rehab assignment, as he continues to deal with nerve issues related to his biceps and neck. Garcia has not made an appearance for the Blue Jays in 2026 and is slated to reach free agency after the season. |
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Jesus Sanchez Jesus Sanchez Tracking toward Friday return
Mon, Jul 27, 2026, 3:57 PM
Sanchez (ankle) is on track to return from the 10-day injured list Friday against the Cardinals, Shi Davidi of Sportsnet.ca reports.
Analysis: Sanchez has played three rehab games thus far and will move his assignment up to Triple-A Buffalo on Tuesday. He will play a couple more contests at the team's top minor-league affiliate before getting reinstated Friday if all goes well. Sanchez has been shelved since late June with a sprained right ankle. He should step back in as Toronto's primary left fielder upon his return. |
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Addison Barger Addison Barger Out six months after elbow surgery
Mon, Jul 27, 2026, 3:51 PM
Barger is expected to be sidelined six months following surgery Monday to repair his right elbow UCL, Shi Davidi of Sportsnet.ca reports.
Analysis: The good news is Barger did not require a full Tommy John repair, which means he is expected to be ready in time for the start of spring training as long as his rehab proceeds smoothly. Barger played only nine games for the Blue Jays this season due to injuries. |
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Braydon Fisher Braydon Fisher Goes on bereavement leave
Mon, Jul 27, 2026, 2:53 PM
The Blue Jays placed Fisher (personal) on the bereavement list Monday.
Analysis: Fisher's father passed away unexpectedly earlier this month, so the right-handed reliever is likely just taking some time away from the team to be with family. Per MLB rules, players placed on the bereavement list have to miss a minimum of three games and a maximum of seven, so Fisher won't be available for at least the entirety of the Blue Jays' series in Washington that runs Monday through Wednesday. |
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Andres Gimenez Andres Gimenez Absent from lineup
Mon, Jul 27, 2026, 2:51 PM
Gimenez is not in the lineup for Monday's game versus the Nationals.
Analysis: The Nationals are going with a lefty bulk reliever in Andrew Alvarez, so the lefty-swinging Gimenez will begin the contest on the bench. Ernie Clement will slide over to shortstop, and Luis Urias is getting a start at second base. |
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Max Scherzer Max Scherzer Makes return from IL
Mon, Jul 27, 2026, 2:46 PM
The Blue Jays reinstated Scherzer (back/thumb) from the 15-day injured list ahead of his scheduled start Monday in Washington.
Analysis: Scherzer will be making just his seventh start of the season for the Blue Jays and his first since June 10 after an extended stay on the shelf due to back spasms in addition to a thumb issue that cropped up during his rehab. The veteran righty surrendered seven runs (six earned) over the first two starts of his rehab assignment, but he proved that he was ready to rejoin the big club after striking out seven over five perfect innings during his most recent outing with Triple-A Buffalo last Wednesday. Scherzer tossed 56 pitches in that rehab start, so he'll likely be in store for a suppressed workload Monday as he slots back into the Toronto rotation. |
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Andres Gimenez Andres Gimenez Swipes 12th bag Sunday
Mon, Jul 27, 2026, 12:28 PM
Gimenez went 3-for-4 with a double, an RBI and a stolen base in Sunday's loss to the Red Sox.
Analysis: The shortstop spoiled Boston's combined shutout bid with an RBI single in the ninth inning. Gimenez's steal was his 12th of the year, marking the fifth straight season he's reached that total, and after going 1-for-15 in seven games coming out of the All-Star break, he's racked up five hits in the last two contests. On the season, he's managed a meager .234/.275/.359 slash line with seven homers, 26 runs and 40 RBI in 100 games, but his 10 Outs Above Average is tied for third among all full-time shortstops in the majors, behind the Royals' Bobby Witt (18) and the Guardians' Brayan Rocchio (12). |
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