Bob Ritchie
@bobritchie2.bsky.social
A long-time fan of the Maple Leafs and Blue Jays. Previously, I was a writer for Jays From the Couch and Jays Journal.
I wrote about the higher end of the free-agent closer market and landed on a name.👇👇👇
Recently, Atkins suggested that Toronto may add a closer. Who are some free agents to consider? #bluejays #toronto #lightsupletsgo
Ross Atkins Opened the Door to the Blue Jays Adding a Closer
Recently, Atkins suggested that Toronto may add a closer. Who are some free agents to consider?
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November 14, 2025 at 1:01 PM
I wrote about the higher end of the free-agent closer market and landed on a name.👇👇👇
Yes, I wrote a preview regarding the Blue Jays, Mariners and the ALCS!👇👇👇
In which areas do Toronto measure up favourably compared with the Seattle Mariners? Which aspects compare unfavourably? #bluejays #toronto #lightsupletsgo
How Do The Toronto Blue Jays Stack Up Against The Seattle Mariners In The ALCS?
In which areas do Toronto measure up favourably compared with the Seattle Mariners? Which aspects compare unfavourably?
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October 12, 2025 at 11:42 AM
Yes, I wrote a preview regarding the Blue Jays, Mariners and the ALCS!👇👇👇
In this article, I examined how Toronto's pitching and defence compare to those of recent World Series teams. Come for the tables, stay for the charts!🤓⚾️
In which areas do Toronto’s pitching and defence measure up favourably compared with recent World Series teams? Which aspects compare unfavourably? #bluejays #toronto #lightsupletsgo
How Does the Blue Jays’ Pitching and Defence Stack Up to That of Recent World Series Teams?
In which areas do Toronto’s pitching and defence measure up favourably compared with recent World Series teams? Which aspects compare unfavourably?
dlvr.it
October 4, 2025 at 11:20 AM
In this article, I examined how Toronto's pitching and defence compare to those of recent World Series teams. Come for the tables, stay for the charts!🤓⚾️
Reposted by Bob Ritchie
In which areas do Toronto’s pitching and defence measure up favourably compared with recent World Series teams? Which aspects compare unfavourably? #bluejays #toronto #lightsupletsgo
How Does the Blue Jays’ Pitching and Defence Stack Up to That of Recent World Series Teams?
In which areas do Toronto’s pitching and defence measure up favourably compared with recent World Series teams? Which aspects compare unfavourably?
dlvr.it
October 4, 2025 at 10:57 AM
In which areas do Toronto’s pitching and defence measure up favourably compared with recent World Series teams? Which aspects compare unfavourably? #bluejays #toronto #lightsupletsgo
Yes, Toronto is struggling currently, but they will be in the postseason. So, instead of comparing Toronto's offence to likely postseason opponents, I compared it to recent World Series teams. I even included charts!📈
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How Does the Blue Jays’ Offence Stack Up to That of Recent World Series Teams?
In which areas does Toronto’s offence measure up favourably compared to recent World Series teams? Which aspects of Toronto’s offence compare unfavourably?
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September 25, 2025 at 11:08 AM
Yes, Toronto is struggling currently, but they will be in the postseason. So, instead of comparing Toronto's offence to likely postseason opponents, I compared it to recent World Series teams. I even included charts!📈
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I did that writing thing again! 🤓
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Has Toronto’s defensive play stumbled after June? If so, what positions? #bluejays #toronto #lightsupletsgo
Is The Blue Jays’ Defence Slipping Just When It Matters The Most?
Has Toronto’s defensive play stumbled after June? If so, what positions?
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September 14, 2025 at 12:00 PM
I did that writing thing again! 🤓
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Addison Barger has been slumping recently. Last night notwithstanding, can the Blue Jays count on better days ahead? I argue why the Barger Blues may end soon.
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How Long Will the Blue Jays' Barger Blues Last?
Addison Barger has been slumping recently. Can the Blue Jays count on better days ahead?
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September 4, 2025 at 12:11 PM
Addison Barger has been slumping recently. Last night notwithstanding, can the Blue Jays count on better days ahead? I argue why the Barger Blues may end soon.
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Hey, that's my article!😁
José Berrios has struggled in recent months. What are the causes? Should Toronto be concerned? #bluejays #toronto #lightsupletsgo
Should There Be Concern With The Recent Results Of José Berrios?
José Berrios has struggled in recent months. What are the causes? Should Toronto be concerned?
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August 24, 2025 at 11:34 AM
Hey, that's my article!😁
A frequent conversation among armchair field managers is whether John Schneider uses some relievers more than he should, to the point that those bullpen arms underperform due to fatigue. I examined how well or poorly Schneider has managed the bullpen.
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Do the Blue Jays Use Little Too Much or Little Too Little?
How does Toronto’s bullpen usage compare to one of the American League’s better bullpens?
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August 18, 2025 at 1:17 PM
A frequent conversation among armchair field managers is whether John Schneider uses some relievers more than he should, to the point that those bullpen arms underperform due to fatigue. I examined how well or poorly Schneider has managed the bullpen.
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I wrote about Ty France's expected contributions to the Blue Jays' cause.🤓
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Toronto’s acquisition of Ty France at the trade deadline puzzled many observers. How can France help the Blue Jays? #bluejays #toronto #lightsupletsgo
What Ty France Brings to the Blue Jays
Toronto’s acquisition of Ty France at the trade deadline puzzled many observers. How can France help the Blue Jays?
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August 9, 2025 at 11:29 AM
I wrote about Ty France's expected contributions to the Blue Jays' cause.🤓
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I wrote about the Blue Jays' acquisition of Seranthony Domínguez and Louis Varland at the trade deadline. Did Toronto bolster its bullpen enough? What do the tables show?🤓
Toronto added two relievers at the trade deadline. Did the acquisitions bolster the Blue Jays' reliever corps enough? #bluejays #toronto #lightsupletsgo
How Will Seranthony Domínguez and Louis Varland Impact the Blue Jays’ Bullpen?
Toronto added two relievers at the trade deadline. Did the acquisitions bolster the Blue Jays' reliever corps enough?
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August 4, 2025 at 11:13 AM
I wrote about the Blue Jays' acquisition of Seranthony Domínguez and Louis Varland at the trade deadline. Did Toronto bolster its bullpen enough? What do the tables show?🤓
The Toronto Blue Jays are rumoured to be looking for relievers in the trade market. Who are the bullpen arms worth considering? I wrote about options in addition to these two fellows.
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Trade Deadline Reliever Options To Bolster The Blue Jays’ Bullpen
The Toronto Blue Jays are rumoured to be looking for relievers in the trade market. Who are the bullpen arms worth considering?
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July 28, 2025 at 11:38 AM
The Toronto Blue Jays are rumoured to be looking for relievers in the trade market. Who are the bullpen arms worth considering? I wrote about options in addition to these two fellows.
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As the MLB trade deadline approaches, the Blue Jays' Top Three Starters need a boost. I made the case why, and offered some options for Toronto to consider.
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The Blue Jays' Top Three Starters Need A Boost At The Trade Deadline, Here Are Options
The Toronto Blue Jays are rumoured to be active in the starting-pitcher trade market. Who are some starters worth consideration?
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July 24, 2025 at 12:19 PM
As the MLB trade deadline approaches, the Blue Jays' Top Three Starters need a boost. I made the case why, and offered some options for Toronto to consider.
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On June 27, the Blue Jays reached the mid-point of the 2025 season. How have the team’s hitters performed thus far? How are they scoring runs? Which player may see better days?
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Toronto Blue Jays: A Midseason Hitting Review
On June 27, the Toronto Blue Jays reached the mid-point of the 2025 season. How have the team’s hitters performed?
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July 3, 2025 at 4:00 PM
On June 27, the Blue Jays reached the mid-point of the 2025 season. How have the team’s hitters performed thus far? How are they scoring runs? Which player may see better days?
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I wrote about Andrés Gimémez and his second-highest hit-by-pitch rank since 2022. Also, I managed to throw in references to 1980s rock and a long-running TV series!
Since 2022, Andrés Giménez has the second-highest hit-by-pitch count in MLB. Why does he rank so high? Do opposing pitchers not like Giménez? #bluejays #toronto #lightsupletsgo
Andrés Giménez: Hit Me With Your Best Shot
Since 2022, Andrés Giménez has the second-highest hit-by-pitch count in MLB. Why does he rank so high? Do opposing pitchers not like Giménez?
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June 27, 2025 at 2:18 PM
I wrote about Andrés Gimémez and his second-highest hit-by-pitch rank since 2022. Also, I managed to throw in references to 1980s rock and a long-running TV series!
I wrote about whether Toronto's baserunning has improved this season. I also dug a little deeper into two notable underperformers.
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The Ups and Downs of Toronto Blue Jays Baserunning
Team management expressed a desire for better baserunning from Blue Jays players in 2025. Has Toronto's baserunning improved?
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June 17, 2025 at 12:39 PM
I wrote about whether Toronto's baserunning has improved this season. I also dug a little deeper into two notable underperformers.
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I wrote about which pitchers have benefited the most from Toronto's elite defence.
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Which Pitchers Have Benefited The Most From Toronto’s Premier Defence?
The Blue Jays are a top-tier defensive team. Which pitchers have gained the most from Toronto’s defence?
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June 9, 2025 at 5:10 PM
I wrote about which pitchers have benefited the most from Toronto's elite defence.
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I wrote about Vlad Guerrero Jr.'s low chase rate. Is he chasing less in all situations? Is he just swinging less?
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Vladimir Guerrero Jr.: To Swing or Not To Swing
Thus far in the 2025 season, Vladimir Guerrero Jr. has chased pitches at a low rate. Is he chasing less in all situations?
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May 21, 2025 at 12:15 PM
I wrote about Vlad Guerrero Jr.'s low chase rate. Is he chasing less in all situations? Is he just swinging less?
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I wrote about the Blue Jays' 20th-ranked Barrel percentage and examined two reasons for Toronto's struggles barreling the ball.
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Blue Jay Batter Barrel Blues
As of April 27, Toronto's batters generated MLB's second-lowest Barrel%. Should the Blue Jays be concerned?
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May 11, 2025 at 12:08 PM
I wrote about the Blue Jays' 20th-ranked Barrel percentage and examined two reasons for Toronto's struggles barreling the ball.
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I wrote about what a Bo Bichette contract extension could look like. Have a read!
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What Could an Extension for Bo Bichette Look Like?
Now that the Blue Jays and Vladimir Guerrero Jr. have agreed to a contract extension, what might it take to keep Bo Bichette in town beyond 2025?
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April 24, 2025 at 12:19 PM
I wrote about what a Bo Bichette contract extension could look like. Have a read!
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The key to smart bullpen management is trying to predict the most important inning(s) of the game and use your best relievers in them, regardless what inning it is.
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The Questionable April 5 Bullpen Decisions
On Saturday, the Blue Jays led 2-0 after six innings but lost 3-2. Were John Schneider’s bullpen decisions reasonable?
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April 8, 2025 at 8:09 PM
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In Saturday's Jays-Mets game, Toronto held a 2-0 lead heading into the eighth inning, surrendered two runs, and lost 3-2 in the bottom of the ninth. In my latest article, I examined John Schneider's bullpen decisions and why better options were available.
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The Questionable April 5 Bullpen Decisions
On Saturday, the Blue Jays led 2-0 after six innings but lost 3-2. Were John Schneider’s bullpen decisions reasonable?
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April 8, 2025 at 1:26 PM
In Saturday's Jays-Mets game, Toronto held a 2-0 lead heading into the eighth inning, surrendered two runs, and lost 3-2 in the bottom of the ninth. In my latest article, I examined John Schneider's bullpen decisions and why better options were available.
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What exactly is "present day value" in baseball contracts? Here's a breakdown, straight from an accountant.
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Sifting Through the Vladimir Guerrero Jr. Contract Noise
The baseball media is mischaracterizing the actual value of contracts with deferred money. Let's get it straight.
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March 21, 2025 at 1:47 PM
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Reposted by Bob Ritchie
The Jays' rotation stumbled a bit in 2024 but don't lose hope: projection systems believe it can rebound this season.
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Projections Show Why the Blue Jays Rotation Holds Promise
In 2024, Toronto’s rotation was in the middle of the pack. ZiPS offers hope for better starting pitching in 2025.
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February 17, 2025 at 7:45 PM
The Jays' rotation stumbled a bit in 2024 but don't lose hope: projection systems believe it can rebound this season.
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I had some unused tables around, so I wrote about the projected depth and quality of the 2025 Toronto Blue Jays' starting rotation.
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Projections Show Why the Blue Jays Rotation Holds Promise
In 2024, Toronto’s rotation was in the middle of the pack. ZiPS offers hope for better starting pitching in 2025.
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February 17, 2025 at 7:02 PM
I had some unused tables around, so I wrote about the projected depth and quality of the 2025 Toronto Blue Jays' starting rotation.
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