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Phillies Walk Off Blue Jays in 12th

The Toronto Blue Jays defeated the Philadelphia Phillies 5-4 in a pair of tense interleague games, highlighted by Jose Soriano’s strong but imperfect pitching and Josh Smith’s birthday homer, with Toronto's timely offense masking a fragile Phillies bullpen. The series featured late rallies and key contributions, including Bateman’s major‑league debut and continued blue‑chip depth helping the Jays hold off late surges.

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Jul 27, 2026

Red Sox, Blue Jays Clash in Fenway Playoff Push

The Boston Red Sox host the Toronto Blue Jays in a closely contested series opener, with Boston favored at home and pitching matchups highlighting Sandoval’s return from injury against Yesavage as both bullpens and lineups strive for consistency. Across the MLB slate, the Minnesota Twins welcome the Oakland Athletics for a three-game set, led by standout performers Buxton and Langeliers as teams battle for positioning in a crowded playoff race amid a season marked by competitive parity.

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Jul 24, 2026

Blue Jays' Addison Barger to undergo elbow surgery

The Toronto Blue Jays’ Addison Barger will undergo season-ending elbow surgery, likely ending his 2026 season and potentially requiring a Tommy John procedure with about a nine-month rehab, though an internal brace could mean roughly six months. He has been on the 60-day injured list and finishes the year with limited at-bats as the team evaluates the next steps for his return.

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ReportingFeb 28, 2024

MLB Player’s 4-Year-Old Son Hospitalized After Being Hit By Car

The son of Toronto Blue Jays pitcher Erik Swanson was airlifted to a hospital after he was hit by a car in Clearwater, Florida. Four-year-old Toby Swanson was hit by a car near the Blue Jays’ spring training complex…

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ReportingMay 31, 2023

MLB Player Apologizes for Sharing Video Calling for Boycott of Target, Bud Light

Toronto Blue Jays relief pitcher Anthony Bass succumbed to the backlash he received for his support of a video calling for Christians to boycott Target and Bud Light. On Tuesday, the Blue Jays posted a brief video on…

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ReportingApr 18, 2023

MLB Player Slams United Airlines for Making Pregnant Wife Clean Up After Their Children

Toronto Blue Jays pitcher Anthony Bass called out United Airlines for making his pregnant wife clean up after their children. On April 16, Bass took to Twitter to express his disapproval of United Airlines’ treatment of…

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