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December 2023 Archives

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by Veronica Chung

Top storylines from each MLB Division in 2023 that will continue to impact teams in 2024

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by Tyson Shushkewich

Blue Jays reportedly interested in Joc Pederson as team searches for upgrade offensively on open market

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Kevin Kiermaier is an excellent player — but not an ideal fit for the 2024 Blue Jays

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The 2023 Blue Jays Season Retrospective – Part IV: Swept by the Minnesota Twins in the playoffs, Jose Berrios pulled early, and more

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by Veronica Chung

Looking back at the four most memorable series from the 2023 Blue Jays season

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by Tyson Shushkewich

Blue Jays Roundtable: Thoughts on the Kiermaier and Kiner-Falefa signings and what comes next

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The 2023 Blue Jays Season Retrospective – Part III: Vladdy wins the Home Run Derby, three trades with the St. Louis Cardinals, and more

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J.D. Martinez’s free-agent market is reportedly heating up as Mets, Angels eye veteran slugger

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Getting to know Isiah Kiner-Falefa, the newest Toronto Blue Jay

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by Tyson Shushkewich

Looking at where the Blue Jays will likely pivot following the Kiermaier and Kiner-Falefa deals

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Blue Jays’ infield surplus emerging as likely trade route following Isiah Kiner-Falefa signing

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by Ryley Delaney

Blue Jays reportedly add former Yankees infielder Isiah Kiner-Falefa on two-year contract

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by Tyson Shushkewich

The long-term outlook of All-Star closer Jordan Romano

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Blue Jays apparently “still have interest” in outfielder Cody Bellinger after re-signing Kevin Kiermaier

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by Ryley Delaney

The Blue Jays are bringing back Kevin Kiermaier on another one-year contract

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Former Bisons pitcher Eric Yardley reportedly joining Fisher Cats’ coaching staff

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MLB International Free Agent Profile: Shortstop Kennew Blanco

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by Ryley Delaney

Blue Jays 40-man Roster Review: Chad Green showed enough after Tommy John for the Blue Jays to pick up his two-year option

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The 2023 Blue Jays Season Retrospective – Part II: Struggles with the AL East, Alek Manoah to the Florida Complex League, and more

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by Ryley Delaney

Blue Jays 40-man Roster Review: Davis Schneider’s breakout was among the best stories from the season

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by Ryley Delaney

Blue Jays 40-man Roster Review: Toronto needs a healthy Bo Bichette in 2024

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by Ryley Delaney

Getting to know Paolo Espino

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The 2023 Blue Jays Retrospective – Part I: Yusei Kikuchi dominates Spring Training, Matt Chapman wins April MVP, and more!

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by Tyson Shushkewich

A Christmas Wish List for the Toronto Blue Jays

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Blue Jays reportedly sign right-handed pitcher Paolo Espino

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by Ryley Delaney

Blue Jays 40-man Roster Review: The 2024 season is Nate Pearson’s last chance

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by Ryley Delaney

Blue Jays 40-man Roster Review: Kevin Gausman is the undisputed ace heading into the 2024 season

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by Ryley Delaney

Looking back at the best moves of the Ross Atkins era

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by Ryley Delaney

Looking back at the worst moves of the Ross Atkins era

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by Ryley Delaney

Blue Jays 40-man Roster Review: Trevor Richards was an important reliever for the Jays prior to his August injury

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by Ryley Delaney

Blue Jays 40-man Roster Review: Ernie Clement deserves to be in the mix for a spot on the 26-man roster

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by Ryan Snodgrass

Looking at internal and external options for third base if the Blue Jays don’t re-sign Matt Chapman

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by Tyson Shushkewich

Report: Toronto Blue Jays are among the teams interested in Cuban right-hander Yariel Rodríguez

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by Ryley Delaney

Blue Jays 40-man Roster Review: Alejandro Kirk is an elite defensive catcher, but needs to be better with the bat in 2024

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MLB International Free Agent Profile: Third baseman Eduardo Herrera

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by Ryley Delaney

Yoshinobu Yamamoto has reportedly signed with the Los Angeles Dodgers

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by Ryley Delaney

Blue Jays 40-man Roster Review: José Berríos returned to form and calmed the concern about his contract

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MLB Notebook: Minor rule changes, Andrew McCutchen re-signs with Pirates, Mets-Brewers trade, Phillies’ offer to Yoshinobu Yamamoto, and more!

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by Ryley Delaney

Blue Jays 40-man Roster Review: Trading for Erik Swanson was a great move

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by Ryley Delaney

Blue Jays 40-man Roster Review: Daulton Varsho brought an elite glove in 2023, but left the bat in Arizona

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On this day in 1996, Toronto Blue Jays trade John Olerud to New York Mets

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by Ryley Delaney

News and Notes: Cody Bellinger wants $200 million, a Yoshinobu Yamamoto update, and more!

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by Tyson Shushkewich

J.D. Martinez makes sense on a short-term deal for the Toronto Blue Jays

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by Ryley Delaney

Blue Jays 40-man Roster Review: Alek Manoah went from Opening Day starter to the Florida Complex League to purgatory

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Could Reds serve as a viable trade partner for Blue Jays? Examining how their interests may align

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by Tyson Shushkewich

Second base should be Davis Schneider’s position to lose for the Toronto Blue Jays next season

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by Ryley Delaney

MLB Notebook: Former Blue Jays pitching prospect signs with the Cubs, the Orioles make a trade, and more!

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by Ryley Delaney

Blue Jays 40-man Roster Review: Tim Mayza became an elite left-handed reliever in 2023

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by Ryley Delaney

Blue Jays 40-man Roster Review: It’s too soon to say that George Springer’s 2023 was the start of a decline

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With the Padres looking to slash payroll, Fernando Tatis Jr. is an interesting trade target for the Blue Jays

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by Veronica Chung

It looks like the American League Wild Card race will be more competitive in 2024

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by Ryley Delaney

Blue Jays have reportedly shown interest in Reds’ second baseman Jonathan India

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by Ryley Delaney

Blue Jays 40-man Roster Review: Yimi García continues to be an underrated part of the bullpen

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by Ryley Delaney

Blue Jays 40-man Roster Review: Vladimir Guerrero Jr. took another step back in 2023

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by Tyson Shushkewich

Prospect Landen Maroudis discusses being drafted by the Blue Jays, visiting Toronto, and his first ever baseball card

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Arizona Diamondbacks re-sign free agent Lourdes Gurriel Jr.

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Blue Jays have “emerged as the favourite” to sign Cody Bellinger, who’s seeking “$200 million plus” on contract

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by Ryley Delaney

Blue Jays ace Kevin Gausman named to All-MLB Second Team

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by Ryley Delaney

Shohei Ohtani’s agent feels bad for Canadians, his contract should be praised, and more!

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by Ryley Delaney

Blue Jays 40-man Roster Review: Examining Zach Pop’s odd 2023 season

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by Ryley Delaney

A year ago today, the Blue Jays signed Chris Bassitt

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Why the Toronto Blue Jays Should Pursue Free Agent Cody Bellinger

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by Ryley Delaney

Blue Jays 40-man Roster Review: Hagen Danner is a relief prospect who could contribute to Toronto’s bullpen in 2024

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by Ryley Delaney

Blue Jays 40-man Roster Review: Génesis Cabrera was money for the Blue Jays after the mid-season trade

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by Ryley Delaney

Blue Jays 40-man Roster Review: Yosver Zulueta remains an intriguing relief prospect

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Blue Jays’ Yusei Kikuchi addresses rumoured sushi party tied to Shohei Ohtani speculation

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MLB Notebook: The cost of a reclamation project starting pitcher, Shohei Ohtani talks about decision to sign with Dodgers, and more

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by Tyson Shushkewich

Blue Jays prospect Josh Mollerus reflects on the MLB Draft and first taste of professional baseball

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by Ryley Delaney

Tampa Bay Rays trade Tyler Glasnow to the Los Angeles Dodgers

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by Ryley Delaney

Blue Jays 40-man Roster Review: It’s a make or break year for Otto López

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Report: Free agent reliever Jay Jackson receiving widespread interest

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by Ryan Snodgrass

Vladimir Guerrero Jr. and Looking for The Sweet Spot

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by Ryley Delaney

MLB Notebook: League announces top prospects Spring Breakout Showcase, Ohtani contract features opt-out clause, and more

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by Ryley Delaney

Blue Jays 40-man Roster Review: Leo Jimenez greatly raised his stock in 2023

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by Ryley Delaney

On This Day in 1997: Blue Jays sign Roger Clemens

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by Ryley Delaney

Blue Jays have interest in former NL MVP Christian Yelich, according to Jon Heyman

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BJN Radio – Ep. 192: Shohei Ohtani is a Dodger, what’s next for the Blue Jays, and more

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MLB Notebook: Dodgers nearing trade with Rays for Tyler Glasnow, Giants sign Jung Hoo Lee

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by Ryley Delaney

Blue Jays 40-man Roster Review: Adam Macko’s ceiling is why Toronto added him to the 40-man roster

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by Ryley Delaney

Blue Jays 40-man Roster Review: Brendon Little is one of only three left-handed relievers on the roster

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by Tyson Shushkewich

Former Blue Jay Rowdy Tellez signs one-year deal with Pittsburgh Pirates

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by Tyson Shushkewich

Blue Jays prospect Ryan Jennings discusses the MLB Draft, his first full season, and overcoming injury to finish out the year in Vancouver

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Amid Ohtani fallout, trading for an impact bat remains Blue Jays’ most sensible path

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Blue Jays reportedly among the teams to meet with pitcher Yoshinobu Yamamoto

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by Ryley Delaney

Blue Jays 40-man Roster Review: Nathan Lukes may not be the Blue Jays fourth outfielder in 2024

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by Ryley Delaney

Blue Jays 40-man Roster Review: The Blue Jays may see something in Wes Parsons

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by Ryley Delaney

MLB Notebook: Shohei Ohtani contract designed to help Dodgers spend more, Jon Morosi speaks about inaccurate report, and more

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by Veronica Chung

Challenging the idea of what’s good for baseball

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Heyman: ‘Baseball is better’ with Shohei Ohtani joining Dodgers

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by Ryley Delaney

Signing Cody Bellinger would be a big acquisition

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Offer Blue Jays made to Shohei Ohtani was apparently “right there” with $700 million Dodgers contract

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by Ryley Delaney

The Minnesota Twins are an ideal trading partner for the Blue Jays

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by Ryley Delaney

Shohei Ohtani and the L.A. Dodgers will face the Blue Jays in Toronto in late April

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After striking out on Shohei Ohtani, where do the Blue Jays go from here?

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by Ryley Delaney

All aboard the Luis Robert Jr. train

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by Ryley Delaney

Chiba Lotte’s ace Rōki Sasaki has asked to be posted

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by Ryley Delaney

Blue Jays have signed catcher Payton Henry to a minor league contract

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by Ryley Delaney

Heyman: Blue Jays, Angels, and Dodgers were three finalists for Shohei Ohtani

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Davidi: Middle-of-the-order bat remains ‘primary need’ for Toronto Blue Jays

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by Ryley Delaney

Well, that was disappointing

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