Mitch Bannon
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#BlueJays writer for The Athletic
The #BlueJays have announced a few more minor-league signings with invites to camp: RHP Connor Seabold and C C.J. Stubbs.
As spring approaches (and with several players set to join WBC teams), I'd expect the Jays sign a few more MiLB deals with camp invites to bolster depth.
As spring approaches (and with several players set to join WBC teams), I'd expect the Jays sign a few more MiLB deals with camp invites to bolster depth.
January 30, 2026 at 8:32 PM
The #BlueJays have announced a few more minor-league signings with invites to camp: RHP Connor Seabold and C C.J. Stubbs.
As spring approaches (and with several players set to join WBC teams), I'd expect the Jays sign a few more MiLB deals with camp invites to bolster depth.
As spring approaches (and with several players set to join WBC teams), I'd expect the Jays sign a few more MiLB deals with camp invites to bolster depth.
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Inside the Mets’ offseason: A Bo Bichette plot twist and a methodical overhaul www.nytimes.com/athletic/700...
Inside the Mets’ offseason: A Bo Bichette plot twist and a methodical overhaul
An eventful 3-month stretch reshaped the Mets in unexpected ways as executves sought flexibility on the field and in their decision-making.
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January 30, 2026 at 1:46 PM
Inside the Mets’ offseason: A Bo Bichette plot twist and a methodical overhaul www.nytimes.com/athletic/700...
On #BlueJays OF prospect Jake Cook, and his goal to be more than just speed: www.nytimes.com/athletic/700...
Blue Jays’ fastest prospect wants to be more than just a speedster
Jake Cook notched just 20 extra-base hits in his college career, but recent swing adjustments could unlock his power potential.
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January 29, 2026 at 2:56 PM
On #BlueJays OF prospect Jake Cook, and his goal to be more than just speed: www.nytimes.com/athletic/700...
Keith Law's Top 100 prospects are here, with a few #BlueJays names cracking the list: www.nytimes.com/athletic/698...
2026 Top 100 MLB prospects from Keith Law: Pirates’ Konnor Griffin tops the list
Konnor Griffin, the most exciting prospect in the minors since Mike Trout, leads a talented top 100 group heavy on position players.
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January 26, 2026 at 2:50 PM
Keith Law's Top 100 prospects are here, with a few #BlueJays names cracking the list: www.nytimes.com/athletic/698...
Yohendrick Pinango is among the #BlueJays prospects at MLB camp.
He was a minor-league free agent (after 6 milb seasons) this fall, and elected to re-sign with Toronto to a milb deal with an invite to MLB camp in October, so not on this specific list.
He was a minor-league free agent (after 6 milb seasons) this fall, and elected to re-sign with Toronto to a milb deal with an invite to MLB camp in October, so not on this specific list.
The #BlueJays have announced some internal non-roster invites to MLB spring training, including top prospects Gage Stanifer and Arjun Nimmala. Here’s the full list:
January 22, 2026 at 1:36 AM
Yohendrick Pinango is among the #BlueJays prospects at MLB camp.
He was a minor-league free agent (after 6 milb seasons) this fall, and elected to re-sign with Toronto to a milb deal with an invite to MLB camp in October, so not on this specific list.
He was a minor-league free agent (after 6 milb seasons) this fall, and elected to re-sign with Toronto to a milb deal with an invite to MLB camp in October, so not on this specific list.
The #BlueJays have announced some internal non-roster invites to MLB spring training, including top prospects Gage Stanifer and Arjun Nimmala. Here’s the full list:
January 21, 2026 at 8:09 PM
The #BlueJays have announced some internal non-roster invites to MLB spring training, including top prospects Gage Stanifer and Arjun Nimmala. Here’s the full list:
The #BlueJays have begun to announce plans for the club's 50th season, including an anniversary patch that'll be worn on jersey sleeves/hats throughout the season.
The giveaways this season will also contain "a mix of retro and current promotions" to be unveiled on Feb 2nd
The giveaways this season will also contain "a mix of retro and current promotions" to be unveiled on Feb 2nd
January 20, 2026 at 4:20 PM
The #BlueJays have begun to announce plans for the club's 50th season, including an anniversary patch that'll be worn on jersey sleeves/hats throughout the season.
The giveaways this season will also contain "a mix of retro and current promotions" to be unveiled on Feb 2nd
The giveaways this season will also contain "a mix of retro and current promotions" to be unveiled on Feb 2nd
The #BlueJays have been quite active this offseason. But, after missing on Kyle Tucker, where does the roster stand? Is there another move to make?
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State of the Blue Jays: Lineup projections, pitching upgrades and moves left to make
After a busy week for big transactions, let's take stock of Toronto’s roster and whether there’s a move left for the Jays to make.
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January 20, 2026 at 2:23 PM
The #BlueJays have been quite active this offseason. But, after missing on Kyle Tucker, where does the roster stand? Is there another move to make?
www.nytimes.com/athletic/698...
www.nytimes.com/athletic/698...
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On Bo Bichette’s exit, the end of a #BlueJays era and the start of the next: www.nytimes.com/athletic/697...
In Toronto, Bichette's departure marks the end of one era and the start of another
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January 16, 2026 at 9:24 PM
On Bo Bichette’s exit, the end of a #BlueJays era and the start of the next: www.nytimes.com/athletic/697...
On Bo Bichette’s exit, the end of a #BlueJays era and the start of the next: www.nytimes.com/athletic/697...
In Toronto, Bichette's departure marks the end of one era and the start of another
www.nytimes.com
January 16, 2026 at 9:24 PM
On Bo Bichette’s exit, the end of a #BlueJays era and the start of the next: www.nytimes.com/athletic/697...
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The move comes roughly 12 hours after the Mets missed out on Kyle Tucker. The deal with Bichette is pending a physical.
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Mets to sign Bo Bichette to 3-year deal in stunning move: Sources
The move comes roughly 12 hours after the Mets missed out on Kyle Tucker.
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January 16, 2026 at 5:20 PM
The move comes roughly 12 hours after the Mets missed out on Kyle Tucker. The deal with Bichette is pending a physical.
More details ⤵️
www.nytimes.com/athletic/679...
More details ⤵️
www.nytimes.com/athletic/679...
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BREAKING: The New York Mets reached an agreement with Bo Bichette on a three-year deal worth $126 million on Friday, league sources told The Athletic.
January 16, 2026 at 5:20 PM
BREAKING: The New York Mets reached an agreement with Bo Bichette on a three-year deal worth $126 million on Friday, league sources told The Athletic.
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What Kyle Tucker’s signing means for the Dodgers - and the Blue Jays and Mets. www.nytimes.com/athletic/697...
What Kyle Tucker’s signing means for the Dodgers – and the Blue Jays and Mets
While the Dodgers get to add Tucker to their arsenal, the runners-up in his sweepstakes now must figure out alternative plans.
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January 16, 2026 at 3:43 AM
What Kyle Tucker’s signing means for the Dodgers - and the Blue Jays and Mets. www.nytimes.com/athletic/697...
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I’ll lay out my Hall of Fame ballot later this week but here’s how my Athletic teammates voted
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Baseball Hall of Fame ballots 2026: The Athletic’s voters explain their selections
Twelve of The Athletic's Hall of Fame voters reveal their ballots and discuss the thinking behind some of their selections.
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January 13, 2026 at 1:06 PM
I’ll lay out my Hall of Fame ballot later this week but here’s how my Athletic teammates voted
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From Kyle Tucker to prospects who could make an early 2026 impact, here’s my latest #BlueJays mailbag: www.nytimes.com/athletic/696...
Blue Jays mailbag: Kyle Tucker's fit, Kazuma Okamoto's impact, prospects to watch
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January 12, 2026 at 1:01 PM
From Kyle Tucker to prospects who could make an early 2026 impact, here’s my latest #BlueJays mailbag: www.nytimes.com/athletic/696...
Hey! For those that don't know me, I cover the #BlueJays for @theathletic.com.
One goal for 2026 is to try to post more of my work and Jays news/thoughts over here... so follow for that!
One goal for 2026 is to try to post more of my work and Jays news/thoughts over here... so follow for that!
January 10, 2026 at 4:31 PM
Hey! For those that don't know me, I cover the #BlueJays for @theathletic.com.
One goal for 2026 is to try to post more of my work and Jays news/thoughts over here... so follow for that!
One goal for 2026 is to try to post more of my work and Jays news/thoughts over here... so follow for that!