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Sheridan College Alum - Freelancer: @thejaysnation @MLB.com - Occasionally heard on 📻 & @BlueJaysWU - Formerly: @YahooCASports @dynessports.bsky.social @NHLJetsNation

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Thomas Hall @thomas-hall.bsky.social · 02/10/2026
Signing Kazuma Okamoto last winter may have only been the beginning of #BlueJays' diving into their Pacific Rim interests... There could be more to come this winter. bluejaysnation.com/news/off-sea...
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As off-season planning begins, exposure to Japanese market remains area of interest for Blue Jays
<p>TORONTO &#8212; After years of dipping their toes into the Pacific Rim market, and a successful first season for Japanese slugger Kazuma Okamoto with the Blue Jays, the organization appears committ...
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Thomas Hall @thomas-hall.bsky.social · 30/09/2026
#BlueJays will operate business as usual until they're told differently, as GM Ross Atkins said this afternoon. They'll have a jump-start on their evaluation process. First up under the microscope will be the offence... "The contact just wasn’t enough." bluejaysnation.com/news/takeawa...
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Takeaways from Blue Jays’ 2026 end-of-season press conferences
<p>TORONTO &#8212; The only solace in a lost, disappointing season like this is that it provides a head start on the reflection and evaluation process, which is firmly underway for the Blue Jays&#8217...
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Thomas Hall @thomas-hall.bsky.social · 29/09/2026
Spencer Miles wants to "keep pushing the envelope" whenever baseball returns in 2027, which may include adding a changeup or splitter to his arsenal. #BlueJays bluejaysnation.com/news/toronto...
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Spencer Miles enters unique off-season preparing to take another developmental leap in 2027
<p>TORONTO &#8212; The last 12 months have been quite the roller-coaster for Spencer Miles. This time last year, the 26-year-old hurler &#8212; a year younger back then and still a member of the San F...
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Thomas Hall @thomas-hall.bsky.social · 28/09/2026
If this is the end for Max Scherzer, he gifted us all with one final vintage performance. #BlueJays A deep dive into how it all unfolded + reactions to his latest and perhaps last Father Time-defying game. bluejaysnation.com/news/inside-...
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Inside Max Scherzer’s final Blue Jays start, reaction to viral seventh-inning exchange with John Schneider
<p>TORONTO &#8212; In true Max Scherzer fashion, the 42-year-old future Hall of Famer left it all out on the field on the regular season&#8217;s final day Sunday. He left nothing to be desired, as onl...
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Thomas Hall @thomas-hall.bsky.social · 28/09/2026
If Sunday was the final day of George Springer's career, or at least his #BlueJays tenure, he said "thank you" one last time. bluejaysnation.com/news/george-...
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George Springer says goodbye in potential final Blue Jays game: ‘It’s been an absolute honour to play here’
<p>TORONTO &#8212; After six seasons and 776 regular-season games as a Blue Jay, George Springer likely played his final game with the franchise &#8212; perhaps his last ever &#8212; during Sunday&#82...
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Thomas Hall @thomas-hall.bsky.social · 27/09/2026
“I know there’s so much that I can do and I can offer, and would love for that to be here.” Shane Bieber ran out of runway to return to #BlueJays this season, but as he heads toward a fairly "daunting" free agency, he hopes to run it back again in 2027. bluejaysnation.com/news/toronto...
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How Shane Bieber plans to approach ‘daunting’ free-agent market this winter
<p>TORONTO &#8212; In the final days of a two-year, $26 million contract &#8212; which included a $16 million player option that he exercised to return to the Blue Jays this season &#8212; Shane Biebe...
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Thomas Hall @thomas-hall.bsky.social · 26/09/2026
Max Scherzer plans to wait until this off-season to decide on his 2027 playing future. His thoughts on punting that call to this winter, chasing Justin Verlander & where life after ball could take Mad Max. #BlueJays bluejaysnation.com/news/toronto...
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Blue Jays’ Max Scherzer undecided on playing future beyond 2026, excited to pitch in front of his kids ‘one more time’
<p>TORONTO &#8212; Max Scherzer doesn&#8217;t know if Sunday&#8217;s regular-season finale start against the Cincinnati Reds will be the final one of his Cooperstown-bound career. He&#8217;ll make tha...
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Thomas Hall @thomas-hall.bsky.social · 26/09/2026
In the latest chapter of this week's saga, Vladimir Guerrero Jr. offered an apology to #BlueJays teammates & fans for comments made about his contract on a podcast this week. More on what was said... bluejaysnation.com/news/everyon...
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‘Everyone deserves an apology from me’: Vladimir Guerrero Jr. regretful over controversial contract comments
<p>TORONTO &#8212; Several hours before Friday&#8217;s series opener against the Cincinnati Reds, Vladimir Guerrero Jr. stood outside the Blue Jays&#8217; clubhouse in front of a dozen reporters, want...
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Thomas Hall @thomas-hall.bsky.social · 22/09/2026
With only five games left, #BlueJays likely aren't pulling off a miracle here and won't return to the playoffs this fall. But they probably would've been out of the race much sooner if not for a certain group of players... bluejaysnation.com/news/six-pla...
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Six players who’ve meant the most to Blue Jays’ 2026 season
<p>It&#8217;s about that time to begin reflecting on the Toronto Blue Jays&#8217; 2026 season. Barring a last-minute miracle, this franchise will watch its grim post-season chances fall to zero upon b...
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Thomas Hall @thomas-hall.bsky.social · 16/09/2026
This time last year, Brendan Cellucci was pitching in Indy ball after being released by the Red Sox, months before travelling to Puerto Rico for winter ball. Tonight's MLB debut took quite the journey. #BlueJays "It was everything I could ever ask for.” bluejaysnation.com/news/toronto...
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Brendan Cellucci shines in long awaited MLB debut: ‘Everything I could ever ask for’
<p>TORONTO &#8212; It&#8217;s been a long, winding journey to this moment for left-handed reliever Brendan Cellucci, who, after pitching seven seasons in the minors, made his major-league debut Tuesda...
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Thomas Hall @thomas-hall.bsky.social · 15/09/2026
Monday's series opener vs DET featured several rewrites... From José Soriano's no-hit bid to Kazuma Okamoto's big swing to another devastating #BlueJays loss. This game didn't lack turning points. bluejaysnation.com/news/detroit...
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Tigers spoil José Soriano’s no-hit bid in back-and-forth tilt with Blue Jays
<p>TORONTO &#8212; José Soriano&#8217;s attempt to join Dave Stieb in franchise lore was horribly spoiled by the Detroit Tigers&#8217; seventh-inning rally on Monday. Fresh off twirling a seven-inning...
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Thomas Hall @thomas-hall.bsky.social · 12/09/2026
"When you're good, they love you. When you’re not, they don’t love you.” Vladdy on the fan base's reaction to another frustrating #BlueJays loss... bluejaysnation.com/news/guerrer...
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Guerrero Jr., Scherzer booed as Blue Jays drop crucial opener to O’s
<p>TORONTO &#8212; Coming off a brutal series loss to the Athletics in Sacramento this week, the Blue Jays badly needed to put that slip-up behind them with Friday&#8217;s series opener against Chris ...
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Thomas Hall @thomas-hall.bsky.social · 08/09/2026
Anthony Santander's AAA rehab assignment begins tomorrow night. He's coming off shoulder surgery and last played in the ALCS vs SEA, so there's plenty of uncertainty here. But even if he's only partially back, it'll make things interesting... #BlueJays bluejaysnation.com/news/anthony...
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Anthony Santander to begin Triple-A rehab stint this week, what happens if he rejoins Blue Jays?
<p>There&#8217;s now a realistic chance that Anthony Santander could make his 2026 season debut with the Toronto Blue Jays later this month. That didn&#8217;t seem possible even a few weeks ago, as Sa...
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Thomas Hall @thomas-hall.bsky.social · 02/09/2026
#BlueJays offence craves more consistency... It's time to get more creative with lineup construction. bluejaysnation.com/news/differe...
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Different lineup combinations as Blue Jays offence seeks consistency for stretch run
<p>Now that a few reinforcements have arrived, it might be time for the Toronto Blue Jays to consider shaking up the batting order, even if it means sacrificing a bit of defence for additional offence...
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Thomas Hall @thomas-hall.bsky.social · 29/08/2026
#BlueJays hit another one of these alumni days out of the park, unveiling the new Hall of Excellence and inducting Buck Martinez as its latest member. It was an emotional & joyful day at the ballpark. bluejaysnation.com/news/buck-ma...
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Buck Martinez blown away by Blue Jays’ Hall of Excellence ceremony: ‘Did a hell of a job with it’
<p>TORONTO &#8212; 45 years ago, Buck Martinez arrived knowing nothing about the Blue Jays organization. The franchise, after all, wasn&#8217;t even 10 years old back then. Now, celebrating its 50th s...
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Thomas Hall @thomas-hall.bsky.social · 27/08/2026
These bullpen days aren't perfect, nor are they ideal or sustainable, but #BlueJays keep threading the needle here. Last night's story on Chad Dallas' career-best performance & TOR improving to 11-7 when using an opener. bluejaysnation.com/news/toronto...
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Blue Jays keep knocking down pitching-injury obstacles with imperfect bullpen days
<p>TORONTO &#8212; They certainly haven&#8217;t been masterpieces, but the Blue Jays continue to nail these injury-necessitated bullpen days. One pitching-injury setback after another, blow after blow...
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Thomas Hall @thomas-hall.bsky.social · 18/08/2026
Alejandro Kirk is driving this #BlueJays offence right now. He's been one of the best hitters in baseball for nearly the past month. While TOR's pitching is the main reason they're back in this thing, Kirk is doing his part, too. bluejaysnation.com/news/alejand...
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Alejandro Kirk leading Blue Jays’ offence amid renewed post-season hopes
<p>Most of the Toronto Blue Jays&#8217; recent success &#8212; they&#8217;re 13-7 since July 27 and are tied with the New York Mets for the fourth-best record in the majors during that span &#8212; ha...
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Thomas Hall @thomas-hall.bsky.social · 13/08/2026
"He’s got great stuff, and I’m glad he’s on our side." Tonight's story on José Soriano’s 1st of many starts in Toronto, and how #BlueJays hope it was the start of what's to follow in future outings. bluejaysnation.com/news/jose-so...
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José Soriano’s impressive home debut provides glimpse into Blue Jays’ transformation plans
<p>TORONTO &#8212; It&#8217;s early, but progress is already underway as José Soriano aims to blossom into the best version of himself. Through two starts, the Blue Jays have started offering suggesti...
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Thomas Hall @thomas-hall.bsky.social · 11/08/2026
On a weird night at the ballpark, #BlueJays were dealt yet another starting pitching injury -- this time to Jameson Taillon. Story on Taillon's status and what options exist if he's unable to make his next start... bluejaysnation.com/news/toronto...
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With Blue Jays bullpen running on fumes, Jameson Taillon’s injury adds to growing workload crisis
<p>TORONTO &#8212; Next Monday&#8217;s off-day can&#8217;t arrive soon enough for this Blue Jays team, whose fuel level is close to reaching empty. Not only are they currently playing a stretch of 17 ...
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Thomas Hall @thomas-hall.bsky.social · 02/08/2026
If this is it for Kevin Gausman as a Blue Jay, at least he got to say goodbye with one final start... #BlueJays bluejaysnation.com/news/kevin-g...
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Kevin Gausman soaks in potential final Blue Jays start before 2026 trade deadline
<p>TORONTO &#8212; If this is truly the end for Kevin Gausman as a Blue Jay, Saturday&#8217;s start &#8212; his 23rd of the season and 148th with the organization &#8212; served as a well-deserved far...
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Thomas Hall @thomas-hall.bsky.social · 01/08/2026
The path towards selling is relatively clear for #BlueJays less than 72 hours until Monday's 6 pm ET trade deadline. But this likely won't be a repeat of the club's 2024 sell-off. "It definitely doesn’t feel as drastic as it did a couple years ago.” bluejaysnation.com/news/two-sea...
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Two seasons removed from previous sell-off, this year’s feels ‘murky’ for Blue Jays
<p>TORONTO &#8212; We know the Blue Jays&#8217; brass will, soon, put up the &#8216;for sale&#8217; sign in its window a few days out from Monday&#8217;s 6 p.m. ET trade deadline, signalling that they...
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Thomas Hall @thomas-hall.bsky.social · 29/07/2026
We know #BlueJays will sell ahead of Monday's 6 pm ET trade deadline. We just don't know how much they'll do, and whether they'll also do some buying. It'll likely be a fluid market. As such, here are some realistic & unrealistic deadline scenarios... ⏰ bluejaysnation.com/news/realist...
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Realistic vs. unrealistic trade deadline scenarios for Blue Jays
<p>This topic sure looked a lot different just a few weeks ago. With the Toronto Blue Jays holding a 5-8 record out of the All-Star break, they&#8217;ve quickly gone from being on the bubble of the Am...
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Thomas Hall @thomas-hall.bsky.social · 23/07/2026
Daulton Varsho doesn't want to be traded. But he also knows it's a real possibility. #BlueJays "I can’t really think about those [thoughts], and honestly, I don’t really want to think about those because I want to be a Blue Jay, and I enjoy being here.” bluejaysnation.com/news/daulton...
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Daulton Varsho focusing on what he can control amid trade speculation: ‘I want to be a Blue Jay’
<p>TORONTO &#8212; In a perfect world, Daulton Varsho would prefer to remain a Blue Jay, not just through the rest of this season, but probably for the remainder of his career. As the reality of an ev...
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Thomas Hall @thomas-hall.bsky.social · 21/07/2026
“It’s on us. It’s not the coaches. It’s not anybody else. We’re just not playing up to our potential right now," said Dylan Cease. “We got an opportunity for 14 days to play better than we have,” said John Schneider. The trade deadline is 2 weeks away... #BlueJays bluejaysnation.com/news/unable-...
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Unable to stop the bleeding, Blue Jays approaching uncomfortable trade deadline decisions
<p>TORONTO &#8212; Two weeks from now, decision day will officially arrive in the form of the 2026 trade deadline. At this rate, though, it may only take the rest of this week for the Blue Jays&#8217;...
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Thomas Hall @thomas-hall.bsky.social · 19/07/2026
“It’s a pretty special moment and leaving a legacy here in Canada. I’ve always tried to leave a good name for myself and for my teammates." Baseball in 🇨🇦 hasn't been the same since the '92 & '93 World Series, and now those days will forever be displayed. #BlueJays bluejaysnation.com/news/blue-ja...
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Blue Jays’ Back-to-Back World Series Statue cements Joe Carter’s lasting Canadian baseball legacy
<p>TORONTO &#8212; For many generations of Blue Jays fans, the highest moment of their baseball fandom can be traced to Joe Carter&#8217;s unforgettable walk-off home run in Game 7 of the 1993 World S...
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Thomas Hall @thomas-hall.bsky.social · 18/07/2026
#BlueJays were hoping to hit the ground running out of the All-Star break. But instead, as the 2nd half opened, their hopes of generating momentum took another step backward. bluejaysnation.com/news/toronto...
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Blue Jays are running out of road to turn 2026 season around
<p>TORONTO &#8212; If this 2026 season were a car, the Blue Jays would be driving dangerously close to crashing into the wall with their dwindling post-season odds. With a disappointing 45-51 record c...
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Thomas Hall @thomas-hall.bsky.social · 14/07/2026
As #BlueJays enjoy ASG festivities tonight, plenty more work lies ahead when they return this weekend. They've dug themselves a sizeable hole with 2+ weeks to the Aug. 3 trade deadline, creating lots of questions about how/if they can climb out of it. bluejaysnation.com/news/five-qu...
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Five questions surrounding Blue Jays ahead of make-or-break second half
<p>These 2026 Toronto Blue Jays will have a lot to prove when the unofficial second half commences on Friday, marking the beginning of a pivotal make-or-break stretch for their dwindling playoff hopes...
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Thomas Hall @thomas-hall.bsky.social · 07/07/2026
It's never too early to start thinking about free agency, even if this winter figures to be disrupted by an impending lockout. Daulton Varsho will be one of the top OFs available in a weak FA market, despite his poor overall showing thus far. #BlueJays bluejaysnation.com/news/where-t...
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Where things stand with Daulton Varsho’s upcoming free agency
<p>Less than four months from now, Daulton Varsho will officially hit free agency, becoming one of the top outfielders available on the open market. But his performance between now and then will deter...
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Thomas Hall @thomas-hall.bsky.social · 30/06/2026
Prior to tonight's return, Bo Bichette fought back emotions speaking to reporters about his #BlueJays tenure, saying, "I gave it everything I had, so I hope that’s appreciated.” Moments before Bichette's 1st AB, he got his chance to say 'thank you'. bluejaysnation.com/news/emotion...
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Emotional Bo Bichette reflects on Blue Jays tenure: ‘Gave it everything I had’
<p>TORONTO &#8212; Bo Bichette is back at the Rogers Centre, returning to the site of last fall&#8217;s heartbreaking Game 7 defeat in the World Series for the first time &#8212; and you can feel the ...
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Thomas Hall @thomas-hall.bsky.social · 25/06/2026
Sean Keys has been the best story of #BlueJays system this year, and it's quickly becoming a matter of when his time will arrive -- not if. “I think he’s a little bit ahead of schedule, kind of where we thought he would be. So [he’s] definitely on the radar.” bluejaysnation.com/news/usually...
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‘Usually when guys start hitting, you start asking them to play some different spots’: Sean Keys forcing Blue Jays to think creatively
<p>TORONTO &#8212; As the Blue Jays&#8217; offence continues to struggle to find consistency, the noise surrounding slugging prospect Sean Keys is starting to become deafening. Unless you&#8217;ve bee...
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Thomas Hall @thomas-hall.bsky.social · 24/06/2026
From yesterday, the Aug. 3 trade deadline is just over a month away, and we should expect #BlueJays to remain aggressive -- despite their struggles to get back above .500. An early deep dive into their needs, possible trade partners & prospect arsenal. bluejaysnation.com/news/2026-tr...
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2026 Trade Deadline preview: Blue Jays’ roster needs, trade partners, potential targets and prospect arsenal
<p>Don&#8217;t look now, but Major League Baseball&#8217;s trade season is fast approaching. This season&#8217;s trade deadline, bumped to Aug. 3 to prevent it from falling on a weekend, will arrive i...
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Thomas Hall @thomas-hall.bsky.social · 13/06/2026
Alejandro Kirk missed being away from #BlueJays, and they sure missed him, too. “He’s one of one, man. It’s great to have him back for a variety of reasons.” bluejaysnation.com/news/alejand...
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Alejandro Kirk sparks Blue Jays’ bats in return from IL versus Yankees
<p>TORONTO &#8212; Welcome back, Alejandro Kirk. Boy, did the Blue Jays ever miss you. In the two-plus months without their All-Star catcher, this lineup didn&#8217;t feel the same. Nor did it look an...
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Thomas Hall @thomas-hall.bsky.social · 11/06/2026
The Phillies' lineup wore down Max Scherzer on the night he notched his 3,500th career strikeout. He'll celebrate that milestone later this week. But not tonight. Story on Mad Max's return & #BlueJays steering clear of making a "knee-jerk reaction." bluejaysnation.com/news/toronto...
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Max Scherzer struggles in return from IL despite entering 35K strikeout club
<p>TORONTO &#8212; One night after Dylan Cease returned to the mound off the injured list and delivered one of this season&#8217;s most dominant performances, it was Max Scherzer&#8217;s turn to retur...
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Thomas Hall @thomas-hall.bsky.social · 09/06/2026
Despite only playing three games thus far, it's been a dream start to Charles McAdoo's #BlueJays career. He's had to relearn how to play 2B. But that's okay. The rust is starting to shake off, and he's continuing to live out his childhood dreams. bluejaysnation.com/news/charles...
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Charles McAdoo’s first big-league stint with Blue Jays has been ‘everything I could have dreamed’
<p>Less than two weeks since being called up from Triple-A Buffalo, infield prospect Charles McAdoo has already checked off a few notable milestones in his brief time as a major leaguer with the Toron...
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Thomas Hall @thomas-hall.bsky.social · 02/06/2026
Few teams, if any, could top the #BlueJays' defensive production from 2023-25. They won consecutive team GG awards for a reason (should've been three straight, imo). But it hasn't been the same story this year. The defence has to take a step forward... bluejaysnation.com/news/diagnos...
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Diagnosing the Blue Jays’ surprising first-half defensive decline
<p>Many factors are to blame for the Toronto Blue Jays&#8217; disappointing start to this season, namely these never-ending injury waves and an inconsistent offence. But you could argue that nothing h...
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Thomas Hall @thomas-hall.bsky.social · 26/05/2026
After missing a month and one day, Nathan Lukes returned from the injured list with an impressive 3-hit performance — and narrowly avoided another trip back to the IL, too. On the same day #BlueJays lost Dylan Cease to injury, Lukes proved he's back. bluejaysnation.com/news/toronto...
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Nathan Lukes provides three-hit performance in return from IL, feeling ‘perfectly fine’ after scary HBP
<p>TORONTO &#8212; After missing a month and one day with a left hamstring strain, outfielder Nathan Lukes returned from the injured list with a bang in Monday&#8217;s 8-2 loss to the Miami Marlins &#...
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Thomas Hall @thomas-hall.bsky.social · 24/05/2026
If baseball ever handed out 3 (offensive) stars of the game, today's would be simple: George Springer (⭐), Jesús Sánchez (⭐⭐), & Yohendrick Piñango (⭐⭐⭐). Those three accounted for 2/3 of the career-high 9 hits allowed by Paul Skenes. #BlueJays bluejaysnation.com/news/toronto...
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Springer, Sánchez, Piñango take down Pirates ace Paul Skenes
<p>TORONTO &#8212; The three offensive stars of the game &#8212; if such a thing existed in baseball &#8212; in Saturday&#8217;s 5-2 victory over the Pittsburgh Pirates were, by far, George Springer, ...
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Thomas Hall @thomas-hall.bsky.social · 19/05/2026
Like many #BlueJays hitters, Daulton Varsho's bat started slow this season. But it's heated up of late, supplying much-needed power to this struggling lineup. A light has appeared at the end of the tunnel for Varsho, and it grows brighter with each day. bluejaysnation.com/news/toronto...
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Creating damage is helping Daulton Varsho return to form
<p>The case of the Toronto Blue Jays’ early-season offensive woes can likely be sliced into two halves: injuries to several core hitters and struggling results from those who’ve stayed healthy. After ...
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Thomas Hall @thomas-hall.bsky.social · 12/05/2026
However #BlueJays decide to address their 5th starter's job, Spencer Miles has made a strong case to be part of the solution -- at least in the short term. Either as a modified SP or bulk reliever, he may present their best pieced-together option. bluejaysnation.com/news/spencer...
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Spencer Miles among options Blue Jays are considering for vacant fifth starter’s job
<p>TORONTO &#8212; For much of this season, the Blue Jays&#8217; fifth starter&#8217;s job has been a revolving door that won&#8217;t stop spinning, and it doesn&#8217;t appear to be slowing down &#82...
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Thomas Hall @thomas-hall.bsky.social · 05/05/2026
Kazuma Okamoto has been #BlueJays' best hitter over these last few weeks -- and it's not close. Story on how he's flipped the switch at the plate, unlocking more of the fullest version of himself, and the one that TOR's offence has badly needed. bluejaysnation.com/news/adjustm...
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Adjustments behind Kazuma Okamoto’s booming offensive turnaround
<p>Transitioning from Nippon Professional Baseball to Major League Baseball presents many challenges, as Japanese superstar Kazuma Okamoto has discovered since his inaugural campaign in North America ...
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Thomas Hall @thomas-hall.bsky.social · 30/04/2026
Staying above water hasn't been easy. But, after winning their 3rd straight series and having a few key pieces return, the 🚂 is getting back on track. #BlueJays “Stuff’s not always gonna go right. So gotta be able to kind of just fight, stay afloat..." bluejaysnation.com/news/arrow-b...
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Arrow is beginning to point upward for surging Blue Jays
<p>TORONTO &#8212; Before Wednesday&#8217;s 8-1 win over the Boston Red Sox, the Blue Jays&#8217; brass held its first state of the squad meeting and given how well the offence performed coming out of...
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Thomas Hall @thomas-hall.bsky.social · 21/04/2026
Dylan Cease leads the majors in both strikeouts & K% this season -- but swing & miss isn't everything. He's been really good through five starts, though not as great as he could be. We're splitting hairs here, but that's what being elite requires. #BlueJays bluejaysnation.com/news/efficie...
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Efficiency still holding Dylan Cease back from joining baseball’s elite tier
<p>There&#8217;s still one thing holding Dylan Cease back from becoming one of baseball&#8217;s most dominant aces: pitch efficiency. When the 30-year-old starter agreed to join the Toronto Blue Jays ...
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Thomas Hall @thomas-hall.bsky.social · 14/04/2026
Until George Springer returns, matchups will likely heavily determine who leads off for this #BlueJays lineup moving forward. Ernie Clement got first crack at it on Sunday, and he'll continue to factor into leadoff ABs -- but he surely won't be alone... bluejaysnation.com/news/toronto...
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Which Blue Jays could bat leadoff until George Springer returns?
<p>Without the services of George Springer (left big toe fracture), the Toronto Blue Jays must become creative with their lineup construction moving forward, starting at the top with the 36-year-old s...
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Thomas Hall @thomas-hall.bsky.social · 10/04/2026
“There were too many outings last year where I walked away not happy,” Jeff Hoffman said. It's been a funky, but statistically impressive start to Hoffman's second season as #BlueJays' closer -- a job he's still working to perfect in 2026. bluejaysnation.com/news/jeff-ho...
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Jeff Hoffman embracing refined approach to closer’s role in second season with Blue Jays
<p>TORONTO &#8212; Jeff Hoffman hopes to be a better version of himself during his second season as the Blue Jays&#8217; closer. &#8220;There were too many outings last year where I walked away not happy,&#8221; said Hoffman while evaluating his first stint as a full-time closer prior to converting his second save of the season against&#8230;</p>
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Thomas Hall @thomas-hall.bsky.social · 01/04/2026
Vintage Max Scherzer was back on the hill again tonight. Another one of his Father Time-defying performances arrived at the perfect time -- both for him & #BlueJays. This was Max's chance for a do-over of last season's debut, and he nailed it this time. bluejaysnation.com/news/toronto...
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Thomas Hall @thomas-hall.bsky.social · 24/03/2026
Come one, come all... bold predictions szn is officially here! Admittedly, most of these are much bolder than I'd typically craft. But hey, sometimes you have to be bold when the stakes are as high as they are in 2026. #BlueJays bluejaysnation.com/news/2026-op...
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2026 Opening Week: 6 bold predictions for Blue Jays’ World Series-or-bust season
<p>It&#8217;s officially bold predictions season, as the Toronto Blue Jays return home ahead of Friday&#8217;s Opening Day matchup against the Athletics. This is the part of the baseball calendar when...
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Thomas Hall @thomas-hall.bsky.social · 10/03/2026
“Delivery, delivery, delivery. He talks about it all the time." Dylan Cease obsesses over his pitch mechanics & shapes. Because when those are where they need to be, his elite stuff tends to take care of itself -- as he proved on Tuesday vs ATL. #BlueJays bluejaysnation.com/news/feel-im...
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‘Feel like I’m in a pretty good spot’: Dylan Cease leaning into mechanics obsession with Blue Jays
<p>Each of baseball&#8217;s brightest stars has their obsessions. They spend more time focusing on the finer details of the game than most would ever think to. That&#8217;s part of what makes them so ...
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Thomas Hall @thomas-hall.bsky.social · 24/02/2026
Back for another stint with #BlueJays, Eloy Jiménez began his spring with a bang 💥 -- literally. The oft-injured slugger is, finally, healthy again and already turning heads in camp. Story on how his sudden emergence could impact TOR's roster plans. bluejaysnation.com/news/healthy...
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Healthy Eloy Jiménez becoming early standout in Blue Jays’ camp
<p>The Blue Jays may have found something in Eloy Jiménez. We&#8217;re only a few days into the 2026 Grapefruit League schedule, but the 29-year-old slugger is already turning heads inside Toronto&#82...
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Thomas Hall @thomas-hall.bsky.social · 18/02/2026
Louis Varland became an animal 😉 for the #BlueJays bullpen last season, pushing the limits of his availability in the post-season. Entering his 1st full season in TOR, Varland may wear many hats in 2026, including one that reads closer on it... bluejaysnation.com/news/how-blu...
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How will Blue Jays utilize Louis Varland following historic post-season
<p>Louis Varland is warming in the bullpen. That became a regular occurrence down the stretch of the Toronto Blue Jays&#8217; magical 2025 season, as Varland, acquired from the Minnesota Twins ahead o...
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Thomas Hall @thomas-hall.bsky.social · 17/02/2026
#BlueJays know what they have in Jesús Sánchez -- a hard-hitting, fast-swinging righty masher. That's a good place to start, and he should help replace Anthony Santander's production. But perhaps this is the year when it finally all comes together for Sánchez. bluejaysnation.com/news/reasons...
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Reasons to believe Jesús Sánchez can exceed expectations this season
<p>In six major league seasons, outfielder Jesús Sánchez &#8212; who first emerged as a left-handed-hitting slugger with the Miami Marlins in 2021 &#8212; has yet to reap the full benefits of his offe...
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