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Blue Jays are tendering contracts to all four of their arb-eligible players, as expected.
Their 2026 arb class will consist of Varsho, Lauer, Clement & Heineman.
Their 2026 arb class will consist of Varsho, Lauer, Clement & Heineman.
November 21, 2025 at 10:12 PM
Blue Jays are tendering contracts to all four of their arb-eligible players, as expected.
Their 2026 arb class will consist of Varsho, Lauer, Clement & Heineman.
Their 2026 arb class will consist of Varsho, Lauer, Clement & Heineman.
MLB's annual non-tender deadline is today at 5pm ET.
Many players will be non-tendered across MLB, but all four arb eligible Blue Jays (Varsho, Lauer, Clement, Heineman) are expected back in 2026. Jays already created 40-man space by parting ways with Sandlin, Tate & Burr.
Many players will be non-tendered across MLB, but all four arb eligible Blue Jays (Varsho, Lauer, Clement, Heineman) are expected back in 2026. Jays already created 40-man space by parting ways with Sandlin, Tate & Burr.
November 21, 2025 at 2:10 PM
MLB's annual non-tender deadline is today at 5pm ET.
Many players will be non-tendered across MLB, but all four arb eligible Blue Jays (Varsho, Lauer, Clement, Heineman) are expected back in 2026. Jays already created 40-man space by parting ways with Sandlin, Tate & Burr.
Many players will be non-tendered across MLB, but all four arb eligible Blue Jays (Varsho, Lauer, Clement, Heineman) are expected back in 2026. Jays already created 40-man space by parting ways with Sandlin, Tate & Burr.
Heard per sources that Blue Jays talked to Raisel Iglesias before he signed with Atlanta, expressing some interest. Jays didn't make an offer.
November 20, 2025 at 1:47 AM
Heard per sources that Blue Jays talked to Raisel Iglesias before he signed with Atlanta, expressing some interest. Jays didn't make an offer.
Nick Sandlin has cleared waivers and elected free agency as expected, per Jays
The Blue Jays outrighted Nick Sandlin off their 40-man roster yesterday in what amounts to an early non-tender.
The move opens up a 40-man spot (Jays now at 37) & clears a projected $2 million (via @mlbtraderumors.bsky.social) from the Jays’ arb class. Sandlin likely to become a free agent.
The move opens up a 40-man spot (Jays now at 37) & clears a projected $2 million (via @mlbtraderumors.bsky.social) from the Jays’ arb class. Sandlin likely to become a free agent.
November 17, 2025 at 4:07 PM
Nick Sandlin has cleared waivers and elected free agency as expected, per Jays
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One of the many benefits of a deep playoff run is the additional time you get for internal evaluation.
Here are some things the Blue Jays learned about their own guys in the postseason that could affect how they move through the offseason: www.sportsnet.ca/mlb/article/...
Here are some things the Blue Jays learned about their own guys in the postseason that could affect how they move through the offseason: www.sportsnet.ca/mlb/article/...
What we learned about key Blue Jays players during World Series run
A small benefit of the Blue Jays' run to the World Series was seeing how the team performed under the highest pressure. Sportsnet's Nick Ashbourne looks at four key players who changed their outlooks ...
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November 17, 2025 at 2:54 PM
One of the many benefits of a deep playoff run is the additional time you get for internal evaluation.
Here are some things the Blue Jays learned about their own guys in the postseason that could affect how they move through the offseason: www.sportsnet.ca/mlb/article/...
Here are some things the Blue Jays learned about their own guys in the postseason that could affect how they move through the offseason: www.sportsnet.ca/mlb/article/...
Two MLB off-season deadlines this Tuesday:
• Players must decide to accept Qualifying Offer by 4:00 p.m. ET
• Teams must protect Rule 5 eligible players on 40-man by 6:00 pm ET
• Players must decide to accept Qualifying Offer by 4:00 p.m. ET
• Teams must protect Rule 5 eligible players on 40-man by 6:00 pm ET
November 17, 2025 at 3:15 PM
Two MLB off-season deadlines this Tuesday:
• Players must decide to accept Qualifying Offer by 4:00 p.m. ET
• Teams must protect Rule 5 eligible players on 40-man by 6:00 pm ET
• Players must decide to accept Qualifying Offer by 4:00 p.m. ET
• Teams must protect Rule 5 eligible players on 40-man by 6:00 pm ET
context worth repeating on the Edwin Diaz buzz – he's repped by Wasserman, one of the biggest & most powerful agencies out there... so Jays would always meet with those reps at this point in the winter... any team would like Diaz, who's awesome, but from what I hear Jays' priority now = starters
November 15, 2025 at 5:44 PM
context worth repeating on the Edwin Diaz buzz – he's repped by Wasserman, one of the biggest & most powerful agencies out there... so Jays would always meet with those reps at this point in the winter... any team would like Diaz, who's awesome, but from what I hear Jays' priority now = starters
The Blue Jays outrighted Nick Sandlin off their 40-man roster yesterday in what amounts to an early non-tender.
The move opens up a 40-man spot (Jays now at 37) & clears a projected $2 million (via @mlbtraderumors.bsky.social) from the Jays’ arb class. Sandlin likely to become a free agent.
The move opens up a 40-man spot (Jays now at 37) & clears a projected $2 million (via @mlbtraderumors.bsky.social) from the Jays’ arb class. Sandlin likely to become a free agent.
November 15, 2025 at 5:32 PM
The Blue Jays outrighted Nick Sandlin off their 40-man roster yesterday in what amounts to an early non-tender.
The move opens up a 40-man spot (Jays now at 37) & clears a projected $2 million (via @mlbtraderumors.bsky.social) from the Jays’ arb class. Sandlin likely to become a free agent.
The move opens up a 40-man spot (Jays now at 37) & clears a projected $2 million (via @mlbtraderumors.bsky.social) from the Jays’ arb class. Sandlin likely to become a free agent.
Jays doing diligence on Tatsuya Imai. Ross Atkins:
“A good player with a really interesting arsenal that had an incredible year. So we've done the (background) work and we have some more work to do on on that front, but I'm glad that he's going to be an option for the industry.”
“A good player with a really interesting arsenal that had an incredible year. So we've done the (background) work and we have some more work to do on on that front, but I'm glad that he's going to be an option for the industry.”
November 13, 2025 at 2:52 AM
Jays doing diligence on Tatsuya Imai. Ross Atkins:
“A good player with a really interesting arsenal that had an incredible year. So we've done the (background) work and we have some more work to do on on that front, but I'm glad that he's going to be an option for the industry.”
“A good player with a really interesting arsenal that had an incredible year. So we've done the (background) work and we have some more work to do on on that front, but I'm glad that he's going to be an option for the industry.”
With Hunter Mense now joining mgr Tony Vitello in San Francisco the obvious question is whether Max Scherzer, their fellow University of Missouri alum might join them with the Giants. Scherzer plans to pitch in 2026 per agent Scott Boras.
November 13, 2025 at 1:49 AM
With Hunter Mense now joining mgr Tony Vitello in San Francisco the obvious question is whether Max Scherzer, their fellow University of Missouri alum might join them with the Giants. Scherzer plans to pitch in 2026 per agent Scott Boras.
On the topic of Dylan Cease, Scott Boras said: “Unlike the other famous Dylan, this one is exclusively electric”
November 12, 2025 at 7:20 PM
On the topic of Dylan Cease, Scott Boras said: “Unlike the other famous Dylan, this one is exclusively electric”
Imai will post on Nov. 19 per Scott Boras
November 12, 2025 at 7:20 PM
Imai will post on Nov. 19 per Scott Boras
Could the Red Sox bring Alex Bregman back in free agency?
“No one wants a Breg-xit,” Scott Boras said.
“No one wants a Breg-xit,” Scott Boras said.
November 12, 2025 at 7:11 PM
Could the Red Sox bring Alex Bregman back in free agency?
“No one wants a Breg-xit,” Scott Boras said.
“No one wants a Breg-xit,” Scott Boras said.
belated awards thoughts:
1) Vlad Guerrero Jr. was the best defensive 1B on the Blue Jays in my eyes, with all due respect to Ty France
2) John Schneider had a great season as Jays manager (20-win improvement, got buy-in from his players) & would have been a better choice than Vogt this year
1) Vlad Guerrero Jr. was the best defensive 1B on the Blue Jays in my eyes, with all due respect to Ty France
2) John Schneider had a great season as Jays manager (20-win improvement, got buy-in from his players) & would have been a better choice than Vogt this year
November 12, 2025 at 4:45 PM
belated awards thoughts:
1) Vlad Guerrero Jr. was the best defensive 1B on the Blue Jays in my eyes, with all due respect to Ty France
2) John Schneider had a great season as Jays manager (20-win improvement, got buy-in from his players) & would have been a better choice than Vogt this year
1) Vlad Guerrero Jr. was the best defensive 1B on the Blue Jays in my eyes, with all due respect to Ty France
2) John Schneider had a great season as Jays manager (20-win improvement, got buy-in from his players) & would have been a better choice than Vogt this year
As the Blue Jays survey the market, including some high-profile names, their priority appears to be pitching.
More context ... plus notes from Las Vegas with Shi
www.sportsnet.ca/mlb/article/...
More context ... plus notes from Las Vegas with Shi
www.sportsnet.ca/mlb/article/...
Pitching appears to be emerging as Blue Jays' winter priority
Although the Toronto Blue Jays have been linked to prominent free agent position players, the one area they absolutely must bolster is pitching. Ben Nicholson-Smith and Shi Davidi check in with the la...
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November 12, 2025 at 4:43 PM
As the Blue Jays survey the market, including some high-profile names, their priority appears to be pitching.
More context ... plus notes from Las Vegas with Shi
www.sportsnet.ca/mlb/article/...
More context ... plus notes from Las Vegas with Shi
www.sportsnet.ca/mlb/article/...
vibe i get is Jays are in on everyone, desperate for no one if that makes sense ... like definitely active, engaged & positioned well but not their style to really be tunnel vision for one particular player/outcome like "player X or bust"
November 12, 2025 at 4:25 PM
vibe i get is Jays are in on everyone, desperate for no one if that makes sense ... like definitely active, engaged & positioned well but not their style to really be tunnel vision for one particular player/outcome like "player X or bust"
Here at the GM Meetings, people say the Blue Jays are in on some of the top relievers, starting pitchers & bats.
After a World Series run, they appear to be positioned well to add. Latest with Shi
www.sportsnet.ca/mlb/article/...
After a World Series run, they appear to be positioned well to add. Latest with Shi
www.sportsnet.ca/mlb/article/...
November 11, 2025 at 11:34 PM
Here at the GM Meetings, people say the Blue Jays are in on some of the top relievers, starting pitchers & bats.
After a World Series run, they appear to be positioned well to add. Latest with Shi
www.sportsnet.ca/mlb/article/...
After a World Series run, they appear to be positioned well to add. Latest with Shi
www.sportsnet.ca/mlb/article/...
How recent off-seasons can inform our expectations about what’s next for the Blue Jays www.sportsnet.ca/mlb/article/...
What recent past tells us about Blue Jays' next moves
After building the American League’s best team in 2025, the challenge for Ross Atkins now becomes creating a Blue Jays roster capable of returning to the sport’s biggest stage.
www.sportsnet.ca
November 10, 2025 at 3:37 PM
How recent off-seasons can inform our expectations about what’s next for the Blue Jays www.sportsnet.ca/mlb/article/...
Reposted by Ben Nicholson-Smith
NEW POD
- 2025 Blue Jays retrospective w/ @bnsbaseball.bsky.social 🇨🇦
- sorry to Rockies fans but POBO Paul DePodesta is tremendous content
- Padres hire...Craig Stammen? sure!
- Munetaka Murakami officially posted
- Good/Bad/Uggla returns! on Ernie Clement, gold toilets, LIDOM, and much more
- 2025 Blue Jays retrospective w/ @bnsbaseball.bsky.social 🇨🇦
- sorry to Rockies fans but POBO Paul DePodesta is tremendous content
- Padres hire...Craig Stammen? sure!
- Munetaka Murakami officially posted
- Good/Bad/Uggla returns! on Ernie Clement, gold toilets, LIDOM, and much more
November 7, 2025 at 9:34 PM
NEW POD
- 2025 Blue Jays retrospective w/ @bnsbaseball.bsky.social 🇨🇦
- sorry to Rockies fans but POBO Paul DePodesta is tremendous content
- Padres hire...Craig Stammen? sure!
- Munetaka Murakami officially posted
- Good/Bad/Uggla returns! on Ernie Clement, gold toilets, LIDOM, and much more
- 2025 Blue Jays retrospective w/ @bnsbaseball.bsky.social 🇨🇦
- sorry to Rockies fans but POBO Paul DePodesta is tremendous content
- Padres hire...Craig Stammen? sure!
- Munetaka Murakami officially posted
- Good/Bad/Uggla returns! on Ernie Clement, gold toilets, LIDOM, and much more
Reposted by Ben Nicholson-Smith
"He's certainly put himself among the top group of managers in the game.”
On Blue Jays’ skipper John Schneider, whose team-option was picked up for 2026 and is currently in talks for a longer-term deal:
www.sportsnet.ca/mlb/article/...
On Blue Jays’ skipper John Schneider, whose team-option was picked up for 2026 and is currently in talks for a longer-term deal:
www.sportsnet.ca/mlb/article/...
Blue Jays manager John Schneider to return in 2026, in talks for long-term deal
It's no secret that John Schneider entered the 2025 campaign on the hot seat. That couldn't be further from the truth months later, with the manager and the Blue Jays looking to wrap up an extension.
www.sportsnet.ca
November 7, 2025 at 1:09 AM
"He's certainly put himself among the top group of managers in the game.”
On Blue Jays’ skipper John Schneider, whose team-option was picked up for 2026 and is currently in talks for a longer-term deal:
www.sportsnet.ca/mlb/article/...
On Blue Jays’ skipper John Schneider, whose team-option was picked up for 2026 and is currently in talks for a longer-term deal:
www.sportsnet.ca/mlb/article/...
outside looking in, the Blue Jays appear to need an infielder (like Bo Bichette), more starting pitching and bullpen help this winter
though for now Ross Atkins prefers not to get into too many specifics @Sportsnet ...
www.sportsnet.ca/mlb/article/...
though for now Ross Atkins prefers not to get into too many specifics @Sportsnet ...
www.sportsnet.ca/mlb/article/...
November 7, 2025 at 3:53 PM
outside looking in, the Blue Jays appear to need an infielder (like Bo Bichette), more starting pitching and bullpen help this winter
though for now Ross Atkins prefers not to get into too many specifics @Sportsnet ...
www.sportsnet.ca/mlb/article/...
though for now Ross Atkins prefers not to get into too many specifics @Sportsnet ...
www.sportsnet.ca/mlb/article/...
“We will be in his market,” Blue Jays GM Ross Atkins said about Bo Bichette. As expected. Bichette has said many times he'd like to return to Toronto.
November 6, 2025 at 7:17 PM
“We will be in his market,” Blue Jays GM Ross Atkins said about Bo Bichette. As expected. Bichette has said many times he'd like to return to Toronto.
Asked about the Blue Jays’ coaching staff, Ross Atkins says there will be “no proactive subtractions” or major changes in role.
So: it seems like existing coaches will all be welcomed back.
So: it seems like existing coaches will all be welcomed back.
November 6, 2025 at 7:15 PM
Asked about the Blue Jays’ coaching staff, Ross Atkins says there will be “no proactive subtractions” or major changes in role.
So: it seems like existing coaches will all be welcomed back.
So: it seems like existing coaches will all be welcomed back.
Jose Berrios "should have a completely normal off-season and be ready for spring training," Ross Atkins said.
November 6, 2025 at 7:09 PM
Jose Berrios "should have a completely normal off-season and be ready for spring training," Ross Atkins said.
Asked about adding starting pitching, Ross Atkins says the free agent class looks “a little bit better” than usual & says the Blue Jays have already begun some trade talks about starting pitching.
November 6, 2025 at 7:08 PM
Asked about adding starting pitching, Ross Atkins says the free agent class looks “a little bit better” than usual & says the Blue Jays have already begun some trade talks about starting pitching.