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News, analysis and commentary about The Toronto Blue Jays. #BlueJays #MLB

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Bo Bichette and New York Mets have agreed to a $126 million, 3-year contract, AP source says apnews.com/article/bo-b...
Bo Bichette and New York Mets have agreed to a $126 million, 3-year contract, AP source says
Bo Bichette and the New York Mets have agreed to a $126 million, three-year contract. That's according to two people familiar with the negotiations who spoke Friday to The Associated Press on conditio...
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January 16, 2026 at 5:37 PM
Kyle Tucker signs with the Dodgers. How will #BlueJays pivot? #MLB
Kyle Tucker signs with the Dodgers. How will the Blue Jays pivot?
Kyle Tucker reportedly signs a four-year deal with the L.A. Dodgers worth $240 million
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January 16, 2026 at 4:40 AM
Fresh off the whole “Ohtani’s plane is on its way to Toronto” thing, perhaps everyone should take a deep breath #BlueJays #MLB
Kyle Tucker decision could come soon, silly season ensues
Reports of a $50 million per year offer from the Mets has sent speculation into overdrive
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January 15, 2026 at 12:45 AM
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Bichette meets with Phillies, Blue Jays make minor league signings #BlueJays #MLB
Bichette meets with Phillies, Blue Jays make minor league signings
Bo Bichette reportedly met with the Philadelphia Phillies on Monday
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January 13, 2026 at 7:01 PM
Bichette meets with Phillies, Blue Jays make minor league signings #BlueJays #MLB
Bichette meets with Phillies, Blue Jays make minor league signings
Bo Bichette reportedly met with the Philadelphia Phillies on Monday
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January 13, 2026 at 7:01 PM
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The Yankees and free agent Cody Bellinger’s stare-down continues with one month before spring training: The Yankees have offered a 5-year contract between $155-$160 million without deferrals. Bellinger is seeking at least a 7-year deal.
January 12, 2026 at 5:14 PM
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How does Bregman’s signing affect the AL East arms race? #BlueJays #MLB
How does Bregman’s signing affect the AL East arms race?
Alex Bregman has reportedly signed a 5-year, $175 million deal with Chicago
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January 11, 2026 at 7:20 PM
How does Bregman’s signing affect the AL East arms race? #BlueJays #MLB
How does Bregman’s signing affect the AL East arms race?
Alex Bregman has reportedly signed a 5-year, $175 million deal with Chicago
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January 11, 2026 at 7:20 PM
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The @bluejays.com were last featured on the Sunday Night Baseball broadcast July 18, 2004, against the Texas Rangers.
January 10, 2026 at 8:27 PM
The @bluejays.com were last featured on the Sunday Night Baseball broadcast July 18, 2004, against the Texas Rangers.
January 10, 2026 at 8:27 PM
Bichette’s asking price, Blue Jays return to Sunday Night Baseball in the U.S. #BlueJays #MLB

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Bichette’s asking price, Blue Jays return to Sunday Night Baseball
The New York Post reports Bo Bichette is seeking a $300 million contract
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January 10, 2026 at 6:28 PM
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Blue Jays avoid arbitration with Varsho, Clement and Heineman #BlueJays #MLB open.substack.com/pub/truenort...
Blue Jays avoid arbitration with Varsho, Clement and Heineman
Lefty Eric Lauer is the only arbitration-eligible player who hasn't reached a 2026 deal with the club.
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January 8, 2026 at 9:52 PM
Blue Jays avoid arbitration with Varsho, Clement and Heineman #BlueJays #MLB open.substack.com/pub/truenort...
Blue Jays avoid arbitration with Varsho, Clement and Heineman
Lefty Eric Lauer is the only arbitration-eligible player who hasn't reached a 2026 deal with the club.
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January 8, 2026 at 9:52 PM
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Blue Jays officially announce Kazuma Okamoto signing.

In a corresponding move to make room, pitcher Paxton Schultz has been designated for assignment.
January 4, 2026 at 11:37 PM
A look at the Blue Jays’ growing payroll for 2026 #BlueJays #MLB

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A look at the Blue Jays’ growing payroll for 2026
The Blue Jays are among the biggest spenders in the league with the highest payroll in franchise history
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January 4, 2026 at 6:36 PM