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Mitch Bannon

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#BlueJays writer for The Athletic

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The Athletic @theathletic.com · 03/10/2026
The club in a Manchester suburb fell out of business in 2012. They are aiming to make the 'greatest climb English football has seen' www.nytimes.com/athletic/764...
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Welcome to Flixton, the club in the shadow of Man United reborn under a U.S. owner
The club in a Manchester suburb fell out of business in 2012. They are aiming to make the 'greatest climb English football has seen'
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Mitch Bannon @mitchbannon.bsky.social · 30/09/2026
Takeaways from Atkins & Shapiro: www.nytimes.com/athletic/764...
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Lockout impact, offseason plans and other takeaways from Blue Jays' news conferences
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Mitch Bannon @mitchbannon.bsky.social · 28/09/2026
Now it's the #BlueJays offseason. On what comes next: www.nytimes.com/athletic/763...
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Offence, team options, labour uncertainty: 3 big questions for the Jays this offseason (Gift Article)
The Jays will need bounce-backs from Vladimir Guerrero Jr. and more to make their offence click again.
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Mitch Bannon @mitchbannon.bsky.social · 28/09/2026
Thanks for reading, commenting and following along during a slog of a season. Whenever the #BlueJays are back, hopefully I will be as well
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Mitch Bannon @mitchbannon.bsky.social · 26/09/2026
With John Klein jogging out from the #BlueJays bullpen, the club has now used 64 players this year. That is a franchise record.
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Mitch Bannon @mitchbannon.bsky.social · 26/09/2026
Max Scherzer says he’s going to wait to make a decision on his future until deeper in the offseason. Today is a chance to pitch in front of his kids once more, incase it’s his last. #BlueJays
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Mitch Bannon @mitchbannon.bsky.social · 25/09/2026
Vladdy starts his availability with a statement, through interpreter: “The reason I'm here because I regret my comments the other day … I feel from my heart, my fans, my teammates, they needed an apology from me, and that's why I'm here for.” #BlueJays
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Mitch Bannon @mitchbannon.bsky.social · 25/09/2026
“I’ve never met a super veteran player with everything under their belt, who still really has the drive to play through things like that” On the legacy George Springer leaves behind, if this is it for his #BlueJays tenure: www.nytimes.com/athletic/762...
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George Springer’s grit and Game 7 swing provide fitting legacy for his Blue Jays tenure
The 37-year-old Springer's time in Toronto appears to be winding down. "This has been a hell of a six years," he said.
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Mitch Bannon @mitchbannon.bsky.social · 24/09/2026
It's finally over. On the heartbreak, struggles and injuries that held the 2026 #BlueJays back from the climbing the mountain again: www.nytimes.com/athletic/762...
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Inside Blue Jays’ ‘heartbreaking’ fall from World Series runner-up to missing the playoffs (Gift Article)
Their pitching staff fell apart, ravaged by injuries. Power bats got hurt and others struggled — none more than Vladimir Guerrero Jr.
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Mitch Bannon @mitchbannon.bsky.social · 23/09/2026
The #BlueJays, with a 4-2 loss, have been eliminated from postseason contention. Sometimes, a year ends at Game 7 of the World Series. Other times it ends on Sept 23 with the 2nd-half of a double header just minutes away. They are 77-81. There are, technically, 4 games left.
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Mitch Bannon @mitchbannon.bsky.social · 23/09/2026
Max Scherzer just hopped out of the dugout and walked to left field. In a few minutes, he will make his 500th career appearance, and it may not be over yet. On why, and how, the #BlueJays SP is still doing it, with Britt Ghiroli: www.nytimes.com/athletic/762...
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Max Scherzer’s done it all at 42. So why is the future Hall of Famer still pitching?
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Mitch Bannon @mitchbannon.bsky.social · 23/09/2026
With the White Sox and Guardians’ wins today, the #BlueJays will be mathematically eliminated with 1 more loss, or 1 more win by both the White Sox and Guardians.
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Mitch Bannon @mitchbannon.bsky.social · 22/09/2026
Today's #BlueJays game is cancelled due to weather. Baltimore and Toronto will play a double header tomorrow.
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Mitch Bannon @mitchbannon.bsky.social · 22/09/2026
Brett Bateman left tonight's game with right hip discomfort the #BlueJays say. He went for X-Rays, which returned negative for a fracture.
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Mitch Bannon @mitchbannon.bsky.social · 20/09/2026
Dylan Cease went for an MRI on his shoulder in Toronto last night. That’s what he’s been dealing with for a few weeks now. #BlueJays He will not start on Wednesday, but Reds series isn’t ruled out yet.
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Mitch Bannon @mitchbannon.bsky.social · 17/09/2026
“He’s just a funky cat” “I kind of just ran into it” “I know where to look” What is it like hit against the lowest release point in baseball? On facing #BlueJays RP Tyler Rogers: www.nytimes.com/athletic/760...
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Tyler Rogers throws 83 mph. Why is MLB’s most unusual submariner so hard to hit? (Gift Article)
Rogers throws just 83 mph, yet his ERA (1.73) is sixth-lowest among regular relievers.
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Mitch Bannon @mitchbannon.bsky.social · 14/09/2026
OF Jesus Sánchez has been claimed off waivers by Arizona Diamondbacks, per the #BlueJays
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Mitch Bannon @mitchbannon.bsky.social · 14/09/2026
RP Brendan Celucci and UTIL Davis Schneider are active for the #BlueJays. RP Ricky Tiedemann sent down, OF Rudy Martin Jr. placed on the 10 day IL with a hamstring strain.
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Mitch Bannon @mitchbannon.bsky.social · 14/09/2026
Davis Schneider is in Toronto, taking outfield reps ahead of today’s #BlueJays game
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Mitch Bannon @mitchbannon.bsky.social · 14/09/2026
“He plays like I wanted my teams to play.” On coaching, parenting, and flourishing #BlueJays rookie Brett Bateman: www.nytimes.com/athletic/758...
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Brett Bateman appreciates father’s hands-off approach while shaping him into an MLB player
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Mitch Bannon @mitchbannon.bsky.social · 13/09/2026
The #BlueJays rotation is a mess. But, if they can just get a few good innings from Spencer Arrighetti… www.nytimes.com/athletic/758...
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An effective Spencer Arrighetti makes the Blue Jays’ path to October much clearer (Gift Article)
It doesn’t have to be pretty. It doesn’t have to be five or six innings. Still, if it helps the Jays win, that’s all that matters right now.
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Mitch Bannon @mitchbannon.bsky.social · 12/09/2026
Twins beat the Guardians, moving the #BlueJays 1 game back again. The rollercoaster is inevitable.
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Mitch Bannon @mitchbannon.bsky.social · 12/09/2026
#BlueJays win 7-3. They are 74-75. There are 13 games left.
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Mitch Bannon @mitchbannon.bsky.social · 11/09/2026
George Springer, who is in the #BlueJays lineup tonight, was out doing sprints under the supervision of two training staff before today's game. He has started just one of the Jays' last 4 games entering tonight.
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Mitch Bannon @mitchbannon.bsky.social · 11/09/2026
Anthony Santander will continue to play AAA rehab games into the middle of next week. Then it’ll be decision time on if he comes up to the #BlueJays
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Mitch Bannon @mitchbannon.bsky.social · 11/09/2026
Dylan Cease will start Sunday for the #BlueJays. Arrighetti and perhaps an opener tomorrow.
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Mitch Bannon @mitchbannon.bsky.social · 11/09/2026
Trey Yesavage threw 30 pitches in live ABs yesterday, up to 93 mph and felt good. He’s flying to Toronto, will throw a bullpen on Sunday then hopefully into a Buffalo rehab game next week. There’s a chance he’s back with the #BlueJays after that if all goes well
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Mitch Bannon @mitchbannon.bsky.social · 11/09/2026
News: The #BlueJays have designated OF Jesus Sanchez for assignment. OF Rudy Martin Jr. will be active in his place.
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Mitch Bannon @mitchbannon.bsky.social · 09/09/2026
Answering your #BlueJays mailbag questions. Thanks for asking 'em: www.nytimes.com/athletic/757...
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Blue Jays playoff pitching, new stadiums and early offseason notes: mailbag
Pitching plans, injuries, free agency and more as the Blue Jays lock in for the stretch run.
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Ken Rosenthal @ken-rosenthal.bsky.social · 08/09/2026
Latest notes, unlocked and free to read: *Gausman’s trade-day drama *Muncy’s redemption *Potential three-peat for Brewers’ Murphy *Gasper’s breakout *Brewers’ youth *Padres’ Ray *Pirates’ Montgomery *More www.nytimes.com/athletic/757...
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Kevin Gausman’s trade-day drama, Muncy’s redemption and the Brewers’ historic run (Gift Article)
Murphy has won NL Manager of the Year the past two seasons. With the Brewers rolling, could he add a third?
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Mitch Bannon @mitchbannon.bsky.social · 06/09/2026
The #BlueJays win 4-3. They are over .500 for the first time since April and are, with a Guardians loss, in a postseason spot once again. 19 games left.
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Mitch Bannon @mitchbannon.bsky.social · 05/09/2026
Ernie Clement on the #BlueJays recent run: “We're a really good baseball team. It was kind of only a matter of time before things started clicking.”
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Mitch Bannon @mitchbannon.bsky.social · 05/09/2026
For the first time this season, the #BlueJays have scored 6+ runs five times in a seven game stretch.
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Mitch Bannon @mitchbannon.bsky.social · 05/09/2026
Jameson Taillon left with right elbow discomfort, the #BlueJays say. Certainly not great, considering he's coming back from the same thing. Jays, as they have all year, may be back to figuring out starting pitching.
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Mitch Bannon @mitchbannon.bsky.social · 05/09/2026
Anthony Santander took live ABs yesterday (11 swings, 5 ABs). Plan is to do that again early next week, then get into AAA rehab games. He’s building back up as an outfielder. Will have to show enough bat speed, contact etc. to earn his way back to the ‘26 #BlueJays
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Mitch Bannon @mitchbannon.bsky.social · 05/09/2026
Trey Yesavage threw a 23-pitch side today. Up to 92 mph. Will throw another on Monday, then a 2-up live on Thursday (30 pitches). If he can tick all those boxes, good chance he's back with the #BlueJays this year. Shane Bieber is playing catch today in KC.
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Mitch Bannon @mitchbannon.bsky.social · 03/09/2026
Vladdy, on what his message to the #BlueJays and coaching staff has been lately, through interpreter:
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Mitch Bannon @mitchbannon.bsky.social · 01/09/2026
Big roster shuffle for the #BlueJays today: 1B/OF Sean Keys up UTIL Josh Smith up RP Joe Mantiply up RP Ricky Tiedemann up OF Daz Cameron DFA’d
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Mitch Bannon @mitchbannon.bsky.social · 01/09/2026
The #BlueJays have acquired RHP Jose Rodriguez from the Dodgers. Rodríguez, 25, has a 3.38 ERA in 34 2/3 innings at AAA Oklahoma this year. High strikeout reliever. He was acquired for Sebastian Rodriguez, a 19 year old Dominican Summer League pitcher.
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Mitch Bannon @mitchbannon.bsky.social · 01/09/2026
#BlueJays announce Spencer Miles will open today for Game 1 vs Cleveland. Jays can get a bit creative, with a rested bullpen ahead of a huge series.
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Mitch Bannon @mitchbannon.bsky.social · 31/08/2026
The Orioles, league sources say, ended up claiming Luis Robert Jr. The #BlueJays were just ahead of Baltimore in the claim queue, meaning Toronto did not end up submitting a claim.
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Mitch Bannon @mitchbannon.bsky.social · 31/08/2026
On an intriguing waiver claim candidate for the #BlueJays: www.nytimes.com/athletic/755...
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The Blue Jays should consider claiming Luis Robert Jr. off waivers. Here’s why (Gift Article)
The 29-year-old outfielder would provide Toronto with a much-needed right-handed bat to face lefty pitchers.
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Mitch Bannon @mitchbannon.bsky.social · 31/08/2026
Max Scherzer knew he could still do it. Now the rest of the baseball world does to: www.nytimes.com/athletic/755...
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Max Scherzer delivers ‘time machine’ start when Blue Jays need it most
The 42-year-old turned back the clock Sunday, with 10 strikeouts in seven scoreless innings against the Seattle Mariners.
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Mitch Bannon @mitchbannon.bsky.social · 30/08/2026
Max Scherzer has set a season-high with 8 strikeouts already. So far: 4IP 0R 1H 1BB 8K. He's only had 1 game as a member of the #BlueJays with more strikeouts (11 against the Tigers last July)
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Mitch Bannon @mitchbannon.bsky.social · 30/08/2026
On Buck and the new #BlueJays Hall, with Ricky and Kevin: youtube.com/watch?v=5DDJKPN50-0&feature=youtu.be
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A New Hall Of Excellence & Honouring Buck Martinez | Blue Bird Territory
YouTube video by Blue Bird Territory: A Toronto Blue Jays Show
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Ben Nicholson-Smith @bnsbaseball.bsky.social · 30/08/2026
Blue Jays vs. Guardians probables: Tuesday: Spencer Arrighetti vs. Gavin Williams Wednesday: Dylan Cease vs. Joey Cantillo Thursday: José Soriano vs. Tanner Bibee
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Mitch Bannon @mitchbannon.bsky.social · 30/08/2026
On a new Hall, Buck, and the #BlueJays embracing their history: www.nytimes.com/athletic/754...
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With new Hall of Excellence, Blue Jays are appropriately honouring their history (Gift Article)
The Blue Jays' new permanent exhibit celebrates the careers of franchise legends, including Buck Martinez, Joe Carter and Carlos Delgado.
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Mitch Bannon @mitchbannon.bsky.social · 29/08/2026
Buck Martinez ends his #BlueJays pre-game ceremony speech: "Swing and a drive. Get up, get out of here, I'm gone."
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Mitch Bannon @mitchbannon.bsky.social · 29/08/2026
The #BlueJays new Hall of Excellence
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Mitch Bannon @mitchbannon.bsky.social · 27/08/2026
Michael Lorenzen is in Toronto with the #BlueJays. He was DFA’d by the Rockies earlier this month.
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