Kaitlyn McGrath
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Kaitlyn McGrath
@kaitlynmcgrath.bsky.social
Manager, Communications at Tennis Canada
A lot of people have asked me what it’s been like to watch the Blue Jays this year, now that I’m not on the beat. So, I wrote about that experience for @thestar.com: www.thestar.com/opinion/cont...
I covered this Blue Jays team almost every day for seven years. This is why I’m watching the World Series from the stands
I covered the Blue Jays as a beat reporter for seven years, but now I get to go to games as a fan and I'm not sure how to react.
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October 29, 2025 at 10:24 PM
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Love this via @kaitlynmcgrath.bsky.social:

I’ve seen the Blue Jays play 1,000 times, but I’m new to being a fan

www.thestar.com/opinion/cont...
I’ve seen the Blue Jays play 1,000 times, but I’m new to being a fan
I covered the Blue Jays as a beat reporter for seven years, but now I get to go to games as a fan and I'm not sure how to react.
www.thestar.com
October 29, 2025 at 2:42 PM
Oh hi! It’s been a while since I’ve said this, but I wrote about the Blue Jays and what it’s been like watching their World Series run from outside the press box for @thestar.com www.thestar.com/opinion/cont...
I’ve seen the Blue Jays play 1,000 times, but I’m new to being a fan
I covered the Blue Jays as a beat reporter for seven years, but now I get to go to games as a fan and I'm not sure how to react.
www.thestar.com
October 29, 2025 at 1:32 PM
I know this isn’t my job anymore but I was curious. Last season, the Blue Jays used a total of 10 different starting pitchers over the course of the season. This year, on May 6, they’ve already used eight different starters. Anyway, that’s the stat. I’ll return to my non-beat writing life now 😂
May 7, 2025 at 2:11 AM
Important question: Is there anywhere I can watch The Pitt finale live tonight? I can’t find it on Crave…
April 10, 2025 at 11:19 PM
Wishing good luck to all my friends and former colleagues who are starting their spring training coverage! Amid the snowstorm in Toronto, I’m jealously looking at your photos ☀️ ⚾️
February 13, 2025 at 4:41 PM
🚨 Journalism job 🚨 My previous position as Blue Jays staff writer at The Athletic is posted! A chance to work with a truly outstanding staff of MLB writers and editors at a publication that will make you a better journalist. Highly recommend! jobs.lever.co/theathletic/...
The Athletic Media Company - Writer, Toronto Blue Jays (Toronto, Canada)
About the Role The Athletic is looking for an energetic, motivated writer to cover the Toronto Blue Jays who understands that reporting is the foundation for everything that we do. The top priority fo...
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January 16, 2025 at 9:04 PM
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The Athletic is a unique and valuable voice in Canadian sports media.

Its Canadian employees take great pride in the reputation we've helped build and the standard we've set.

That's why we're taking steps to unionize our workplace. Our mission statement:
January 6, 2025 at 3:33 PM
Reposted by Kaitlyn McGrath
We are the Canadian workers of The Athletic and this morning we filed with the Canadian Industrial Relations Board our intent to unionize with CWA Canada.

Later today, we'll do the same with the Ontario Labour Relations Board.

Join us as we organize.
January 6, 2025 at 3:32 PM
Reposted by Kaitlyn McGrath
There are only so many full-time jobs in Canadian sports media. I believe it's our responsibility to make them as stable and rewarding as possible.
We are the Canadian workers of The Athletic and this morning we filed with the Canadian Industrial Relations Board our intent to unionize with CWA Canada.

Later today, we'll do the same with the Ontario Labour Relations Board.

Join us as we organize.
January 6, 2025 at 3:39 PM
Thanks to @wilnerness.bsky.social for the opportunity to share some of my memories from my years on the Jays beat and a chance to say thanks and goodbye to all the readers and listeners!
IT’S A BRAND-NEW EPISODE OF DEEP LEFT FIELD!!!

The first ep of 2025 features a check-in with #Bluejays Alek Manoah on the state of his Tommy John rehab and what he thinks of the off-season so far.

Plus @kaitlynmcgrath.bsky.social joins me for a goodbye interview as she leaves the #Jays beat:
Blue Jays starter Alek Manoah, former Jays' reporter Kaitlyn McGrath and more on the first episode of 2025
Podcast Episode · Deep Left Field with Mike Wilner · 2025-01-02 · 1h 28m
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January 2, 2025 at 8:30 PM
Three New Year’s resolutions for the #BlueJays in 2025. This is my last article for The Athletic, so please be nice in the comments 🥺 www.nytimes.com/athletic/602...
Three New Year's resolutions for the Blue Jays to make 2025 better than 2024
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December 31, 2024 at 2:10 PM
Some personal news to close out 2024: I'm leaving The Athletic and the Blue Jays beat at the end of the year for another opportunity. This was a difficult decision after eight years at The Athletic. I'm so grateful for my time there, but this felt like the right time to pivot.
December 30, 2024 at 6:59 PM
Blue Jays dropped three spots in the Draft Lottery from 5th to 8th. Not ideal!
December 10, 2024 at 10:48 PM
Reposted by Kaitlyn McGrath
Phillies take a one-year risk on Jordan Romano returning to form as a dominant late-inning reliever. Some details in this story: www.nytimes.com/athletic/598...
Phillies add Jordan Romano to late-inning bullpen mix with 1-year deal
In a quest to fortify their bullpen, the Phillies have turned to Jordan Romano — an intriguing righty with upside who comes with some risk.
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December 9, 2024 at 6:30 PM
The Toronto BBWAA chapter named our annual winners.

Vlad Guerrero Jr. was Player of the Year; Jose Berrios was Pitcher of the Year; Bowden Francis was Most Improved while Spencer Horwitz was Rookie of the Year.

Additionally, Danny Jansen was given the John Cerutti Award for his good character
December 3, 2024 at 10:04 PM
Looking at 10 candidates to replace Jordan Romano as the #BlueJays closer: www.nytimes.com/athletic/594...
The Blue Jays need a new closer. Here are 10 candidates to replace Jordan Romano
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November 26, 2024 at 7:50 PM
Blue Jays non-tender Jordan Romano, per reports, marking the possible end for one of the best closers in franchise history www.nytimes.com/athletic/593...
Blue Jays non-tender former closer Jordan Romano, creating bigger hole in bullpen
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November 23, 2024 at 12:30 AM
I set this account up a while ago, but after much persuading from @wilnerness.bsky.social, I am now finally dedicated to using it!
November 18, 2024 at 6:09 PM