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Veronica Chung

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Blue Jays Nation contributor • Occasional ⚾️ newsletter writer • General sports fan

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Veronica Chung @veronicaschung.bsky.social · 28/09/2026
Wrote about (rambled on) what it felt like to watch the last Blue Jays game of the season in person bluejaysnation.com/news/what-wa...
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What watching the last 2026 Blue Jays game was like
<p>A sea of blue jerseys and shirts filled every corner of Rogers Centre. It was a picturesque day with an azure sky and bright sunlight shining down on the open dome. Toronto Blue Jays fans of all ag...
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Veronica Chung @veronicaschung.bsky.social · 21/09/2026
Brett Bateman was just a name at the trade deadline for the Blue Jays but here’s how he’s finding a path to becoming a regular outfielder in Toronto this season and beyond. offthelinesports.ca/news/has-bre...
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Off The Line Sports - Canadian Sports News | CEBL, CFL, NLL & MLB
Breaking news, scores, and in-depth analysis for CEBL, CFL, NLL, and MLB.
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Veronica Chung @veronicaschung.bsky.social · 21/09/2026
The 2026 Blue Jays were doomed from the start as injuries piled up, but the team’s issue goes deeper than that. Here’s why their lack of depth killed ultimately killed their chance at the playoffs this year. bit.ly/4yd1z1E
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Why the overreliance on role players killed the 2026 Blue Jays
<p>Everything that could go wrong went wrong for the 2026 Toronto Blue Jays. This wasn’t how their story was supposed to unfold as the successors of the improbable 2025 Blue Jays. &nbsp; Mounting inju...
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Veronica Chung @veronicaschung.bsky.social · 01/09/2026
The Blue Jays face the Guardians for a crucial three-game series. With the playoff spot on the line, I wrote about why contributions from these three players on the Blue Jays will matter more than usual: offthelinesports.ca/news/three-b...
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Veronica Chung @veronicaschung.bsky.social · 18/08/2026
My first story with Off the Line sports: why the Blue Jays could make it to the playoffs but also miss it by a mile offthelinesports.ca/news/why-the...
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Off The Line Sports - Canadian Sports News | CEBL, CFL, NLL & MLB
Breaking news, scores, and in-depth analysis for CEBL, CFL, NLL, and MLB.
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Veronica Chung @veronicaschung.bsky.social · 05/08/2026
I wrote a quick rundown on what the Blue Jays’ rotation in 2027 woud look like with the addition of Spencer Arrighetti and José Soriano (if there is even a season next year) bluejaysnation.com/news/what-th...?
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What the Toronto Blue Jays’ starting rotation could look like in 2027
<p>With a rather disappointing performance this year and a murky playoff race, the Toronto Blue Jays were heading into the trade deadline as one of the sellers. But their main objective at the deadlin...
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Veronica Chung @veronicaschung.bsky.social · 04/08/2026
Quickly recapped all six trades the Blue Jays made at this trade deadline in my newsletter. This was a rough one but I do agree with the senitment that the team has done well, given their circumstances. open.substack.com/pub/looniedo...
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2026 Blue Jays trade deadline recap
Where Kevin Gausman and Daulton Varsho were traded to and more
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Veronica Chung @veronicaschung.bsky.social · 02/08/2026
Wrote about the four series that will be important for the Blue Jays to test their new roster, especially after the trade deadline. bluejaysnation.com/news/four-ke...
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4 key series that will define the Blue Jays’ month of August
<p>August will be an inflection point for the Toronto Blue Jays as they listen in on trade proposals for multiple players ahead of the trade deadline. Toronto has lost three straight series since the ...
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Veronica Chung @veronicaschung.bsky.social · 31/07/2026
Me when someone asked me if Erling Haaland is on the Blue Jays
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Veronica Chung @veronicaschung.bsky.social · 30/07/2026
The 2026 Blue Jays are in an interesting spot as a seller at this trade deadline. With the lack of sellers in the market and the pressure to rebound next season, I wrote about what a successful deadline would look like for Toronto. bluejaysnation.com/news/toronto...
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What a successful 2026 MLB trade deadline looks like for the Blue Jays
<p>There’s no more hope left to cling to for the Toronto Blue Jays. &nbsp; Their playoff odds continued to shrink and optimism continued on a downward spiral as the team struggled to secure a series w...
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Veronica Chung @veronicaschung.bsky.social · 27/07/2026
It pains me to say that Kevin Gausman amy not wear the Blue Jays uniform after trade deadline. As we wait to see whether Gausman stays or goes, here are three of his memorable starts with Toronto. bluejaysnation.com/news/kevin-g...
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3 of Kevin Gausman’s best starts in a Toronto uniform as trade deadline looms
<p>After navigating the journeyman life for years and re-inventing himself in San Francisco, Kevin Gausman became the dependable starter for the Toronto Blue Jays the moment he signed with the team in...
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Veronica Chung @veronicaschung.bsky.social · 23/07/2026
With the Blue Jays most likely becoming a seller at the deadline, I wrote about their trade fit with the Milwaukee Brewers. bluejaysnation.com/news/2026-ml...
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2026 MLB trade deadline: Blue Jays and Brewers trade fits
<p>The Milwaukee Brewers have effectively established themselves as the division leader this season, despite the persistent doubt around the league. Even without many power hitters or recognizable vet...
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Veronica Chung @veronicaschung.bsky.social · 11/07/2026
Googled Jesús Sánchez for my research, and this is what popped up
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Veronica Chung @veronicaschung.bsky.social · 25/06/2026
This week, I wrote about watching a baseball game in Toronto and what you can find at Rogers Centre (aka SkyDome). open.substack.com/pub/looniedo...
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Veronica Chung @veronicaschung.bsky.social · 11/06/2026
For this edition of my newsletter, I broke down what all acronyms on the baseball scoreboard means. open.substack.com/pub/looniedo...
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Veronica Chung @veronicaschung.bsky.social · 10/06/2026
Coming tomorrow open.substack.com/pub/looniedogs
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Veronica Chung @veronicaschung.bsky.social · 02/06/2026
The 2026 Blue Jays haven’t had their hot streak just yet. But they can try to emulate last year’s success by implementing these three changes. bluejaysnation.com/news/3-neede...
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Looking at the 3 needed changes for the Blue Jays to repeat their success from last season
<p>The Toronto Blue Jays were supposed to get going by the end of May, just like last season. Instead, the 2026 Blue Jays are below .500 (29-31) after losing two straight games to the Orioles this pas...
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Veronica Chung @veronicaschung.bsky.social · 28/05/2026
In this edition of my newsletter, I covered what happaned in the Blue Jays land in the past few days with five key tweets. open.substack.com/pub/looniedo...
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All nine baseball positions explained
A young Blue Jays fan almost kept a player's first-ever MLB home run ball + how the Lord's Prayer might have saved the New York Mets
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Veronica Chung @veronicaschung.bsky.social · 15/05/2026
This MLB season is unreal
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Veronica Chung @veronicaschung.bsky.social · 14/05/2026
For this week’s newsletter, I wrote about which MLB teams have been on top of their Instagram game. open.substack.com/pub/looniedo...
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Veronica Chung @veronicaschung.bsky.social · 01/05/2026
MLB’s social media team is high key killing it
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Veronica Chung @veronicaschung.bsky.social · 30/04/2026
Wrote about all the mess that happened in MLB, including the Boston Red Sox Sox firing six staffers, Philadelphia Phillies firing their manager and why the New York Mets keep losing. open.substack.com/pub/looniedo...
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The Red Wedding (MLB's version)
We’re not even halfway through this MLB season, and somehow there’s been so much drama around the league.
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Veronica Chung @veronicaschung.bsky.social · 29/04/2026
This is sending me
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Veronica Chung @veronicaschung.bsky.social · 22/04/2026
ICYMI: The Blue Jays are finding their momentum again since escaping a sweep in Arizona. The question now is whether they can carry on that momentum and turn it into a winning streak. bit.ly/4vLrM6u
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The Blue Jays got their momentum back, but can they maintain the spark?
<p>Losing their sixth straight series was never the plan, but it was the reality the 2026 Blue Jays had to face after losing two straight games to the Arizona Diamondbacks. They were never supposed to...
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Veronica Chung @veronicaschung.bsky.social · 16/04/2026
It’s too early to make any statements about any MLB teams yet. I wrote about what early standings mean and how they will change in my newsletter today. looniedogs.substack.com/p/way-too-ea...
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Way too early MLB standings check-in
A froyo company allegedly conned MLB teams + the epic bench clearing fight
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Veronica Chung @veronicaschung.bsky.social · 10/04/2026
The Blue Jays finally snapped it losing streak but will have to find their rhythm soon to become a serious contender. Ahead of this series, here’s why I think the level of concern is higher around the 2026 Blue Jays bluejaysnation.com/news/toronto...
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Blue Jays: How injuries and defensive miscues have played a part in the early 2026 struggles
<p>There is a time for everything under the sun. A time to rejoice, and a time to grieve; a time to win, and a time to lose. Twelve games into this season, is it time for the 2026 Blue Jays to gently press the panic button? It’s hard to pinpoint when things started to take&#8230;</p>
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Veronica Chung @veronicaschung.bsky.social · 02/04/2026
In this edition of my newsletter, I compiled some of the unhinged food items in MLB ballparks this year. May the odds be in your favour if you ever eat any of these mega-sized treats. open.substack.com/pub/looniedogs…
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Veronica Chung @veronicaschung.bsky.social · 23/03/2026
Had a fabulous time chatting with Blue Jays Avenue podcast on what to expect for the 2026 season, who will be on the Opening Day roster and why it’ll be a tougher battle for the Blue Jays this year overall. Thanks for having me on and give it a listen! 🎧 open.spotify.com/episode/2TTa...
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Episode 52 feat. Veronica Chung - Blue Jays Preview, Opening Day Roster Projections, Buck Martinez enters the Level Of Excellence
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Veronica Chung @veronicaschung.bsky.social · 19/03/2026
The WBC is over but MLB season is starting in about a week. I wrote about what baseball fans can expect from the 206 season and why the WBC championship was extra special. open.substack.com/pub/looniedo...
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How 30 teams in MLB will perform in 2026
Which MLB teams will make the playoffs + why baseball may not be dead
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Veronica Chung @veronicaschung.bsky.social · 05/03/2026
World Baseball Classic (WBC) is officially back! I broke down the WBC in my newsletter and what makes it so special, including players who come from different walks of life. open.substack.com/pub/looniedo...
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Veronica Chung @veronicaschung.bsky.social · 19/02/2026
The first edition of my newsletter is out and while it’s a short one, it recaps major moves that shaped the 2026 Blue Jays open.substack.com/pub/looniedo...
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Five new players on the 2026 Blue Jays
Crash course on what the Blue Jays were up to this winter
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Veronica Chung @veronicaschung.bsky.social · 17/02/2026
I’ve launched a newsletter about baseball and the Blue Jays for casual fans! Please subscribe if you feel like it! open.substack.com/pub/looniedo...
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Welcome to Loonie Dogs
A newsletter about the Blue Jays and baseball for casual fans.
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Veronica Chung @veronicaschung.bsky.social · 17/01/2026
Bo Bichette is no longer a Toronto Blue Jay, but his time with Toronto transformed the city’s baseball history. Here’s a look back on his seven-year career with the Blue Jays bluejaysnation.com/news/farewel...
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Farewell, Bo Bichette
<p>Bo Bichette is no longer a member of the Toronto Blue Jays. The former Jays shortstop signed a three-year, $126 million contract with the New York Mets yesterday, effectively ending his seven-year ...
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Veronica Chung @veronicaschung.bsky.social · 07/01/2026
I picked four teams that the Blue Jays wouldn’t want Bo Bichette to sign this offseason if they aren’t able to bring him back. bluejaysnation.com/news/4-teams...
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4 teams the Blue Jays do not want to see sign Bo Bichette
<p>Bo Bichette has been the talk of the town even before his free agency began in the winter. A bat-first player, Bichette and the likes of numerous other high-ranking position players, such as Kyle T...
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Veronica Chung @veronicaschung.bsky.social · 27/11/2025
My take on why betting on Dylan Cease will pay off for the Blue Jays in the long run, especially given how the free-agent starting pitching market will pan out next offseason @thejaysnation.bsky.social bluejaysnation.com/news/how-add...
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How adding Dylan Cease stabilizes the Blue Jays’ rotation long term
<p>The Blue Jays lived up to their promise to stay aggressive this winter when they signed starting pitcher Dylan Cease on a seven-year, $210 million deal (with deferrals). By handing out one of the l...
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Veronica Chung @veronicaschung.bsky.social · 24/11/2025
Here are four important series that could determine the Blue Jays’ trajectory in 2026 bluejaysnation.com/news/blue-ja...
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Blue Jays: 4 key series to watch in the 2026 schedule
<p>Coming off a strong 2025 season, the upcoming campaign will be crucial for the Blue Jays to solidify themselves as a robust contender and a strong competitor in the AL East. While making exact pred...
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Veronica Chung @veronicaschung.bsky.social · 19/11/2025
ICYMI here’s why the Blue Jays have to stay aggressive and address their bench depth this winter. bluejaysnation.com/news/why-tor...
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Why the Blue Jays should add some firepower to the roster this offseason
<p>There were many missed opportunities and what-ifs for the Toronto Blue Jays as they wrapped up their season in early November. Perhaps one of the most curious hypotheticals is whether the bench dep...
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Veronica Chung @veronicaschung.bsky.social · 17/11/2025
The Blue Jays have major holes to fill this winter. Here are three urgent priorities Toronto’s front office has to focus on to bring back a competitive team on the field. bluejaysnation.com/news/ranking...
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Ranking the Blue Jays’ offseason priorities
<p>Getting to the World Series this year was proof that the Blue Jays can play on the biggest stage. There’s no denying that this offseason is one of the more crucial ones for Toronto’s front office i...
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Veronica Chung @veronicaschung.bsky.social · 12/11/2025
ICYMI, here are three key areas the Blue Jays need to address this offseason. Being aggressive will be crucial in filling the holes in the roster, especially in the pitching department. bluejaysnation.com/news/3-areas...
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3 areas the Toronto Blue Jays should focus on this offseason
<p>The Blue Jays may have lost the World Series, but their unbelievable playoff run has set a solid foundation for Toronto to continue building a competitive core for years to come. All this was possi...
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Veronica Chung @veronicaschung.bsky.social · 03/11/2025
The Blue Jays' season ended in heartbreak this weekend after getting to Game 7 of the World Series. Here's how the last game of the year played out and what the Blue Jays should focus on this offseason. bluejaysnation.com/news/reflect...
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Reflecting on Game 7: How the Blue Jays lost a heartbreaker
<p>The Toronto Blue Jays earned their shot at immortality this fall against the defending World Series champions, the Los Angeles Dodgers. The odds have always favoured the Dodgers ever so slightly, b...
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Veronica Chung @veronicaschung.bsky.social · 01/11/2025
On a spooky Halloween night, the Blue Jays couldn’t get the job done in Game 6. In this series of misfortunes, Toronto faced a nightmare scenario. My thoughts on what happened last night and how the Blue Jays can bounce back. bluejaysnation.com/news/how-the...
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How the Blue Jays got to the brink of elimination again
<p>This was supposed to be the end of the road, except it wasn’t. On a chilly and spooky Halloween night, the Blue Jays dropped a pivotal Game 6 matchup to the Los Angeles Dodgers to let go of the ser...
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Veronica Chung @veronicaschung.bsky.social · 29/10/2025
Game 4 party at Rogers Centre brought in heat and cheers for the Blue Jays playing on the West Coast. Here’s what it was to watch a World Series game with thousands of Blue Jays fans. bluejaysnation.com/news/toronto...
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Blue Jays: Inside the Rogers Centre World Series watch parties
<p>Four thousand kilometres away? No problem for the Blue Jays faithful. For Blue Jays fans who couldn’t travel to Los Angeles for the away games during the World Series, they showed up to support the...
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Veronica Chung @veronicaschung.bsky.social · 25/10/2025
The Blue Jays defied the odds to beat and dominate the Dodgers in the first game of the World Series. Here’s how Toronto won with their “death by thousand cuts” strategy. bluejaysnation.com/news/instant...
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Instant Reaction: Blue Jays thump the Dodgers to take Game 1 of the World Series
<p>Blake Snell, the Los Angeles Dodgers’ de facto ace starter, was on the mound for the first game of the World Series while the Blue Jays were turning to Trey Yesavage to kick things off at the Roger...
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Veronica Chung @veronicaschung.bsky.social · 22/10/2025
The Blue Jays are heading to the World Series and if you’re bandwagoning, here’s what you need to know about the 2025 Blue Jays. bluejaysnation.com/news/bandwag...
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Bandwagon Blue Jays fan guide to the 2025 World Series
<p>Word on the street is that the Toronto Blue Jays are having a pretty good season. When no one was expecting Toronto to do many meaningful things entering the 2025 season, the team found ways to str...
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Mike Petriello @mikepetriello.bsky.social · 22/10/2025
In the postseason so far: - Jays offense: 4th highest Oct SLG% since 1969 vs - Dodgers pitching: 2nd lowest Oct SLG% since 1969 Forget small ball myths. This series is going to come down to whether Toronto bats can keep slugging vs an elite LA rotation. --> www.mlb.com/news/dodgers...
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The strength-vs-strength battle that will decide the World Series
In the regular season, no team's batters had a lower strikeout rate than the Blue Jays, and no team's pitchers struck out more batters than the Dodgers. Sometimes, the World Series narratives write th...
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Veronica Chung @veronicaschung.bsky.social · 22/10/2025
The Blue Jays weren’t supposed to be this good. But they have been proving everyone wrong all year long and they weren’t going to stop anytime soon. Here’s how Toronto punched their ticket to the World Series. bluejaysnation.com/news/toronto...
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How the Blue Jays punched their ticket to the World Series
<p data-start="462" data-end="815">The <a href="https://bluejaysnation...
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Veronica Chung @veronicaschung.bsky.social · 20/10/2025
With their season on the line, the Blue Jays played to their strength while capitalizing on the Mariners’ Achilles’ heel. My take on how Toronto came back to fight for another day in the ALCS. bluejaysnation.com/news/how-tor...
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How the Blue Jays came back from the brink of an ALCS elimination
The story of Achilles was one of the bravest warriors in the Trojan Wa...
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Veronica Chung @veronicaschung.bsky.social · 17/10/2025
The Blue Jays have done the improbably by climbing out of the 0-2 hole in the ALCS. Here’s how Toronto found its mojo again and is proving everyone wrong once more. bluejaysnation.com/news/how-tor...
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How the Blue Jays fought to tie up the ALCS
Things looked much bleaker for the <a href="https://bluejaysnation.com...
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Veronica Chung @veronicaschung.bsky.social · 15/10/2025
Game 2 of the ALCS will live in infamy with umpire Doug Eddings’ performance behind the plate. Here’s how managed the calls and how he has impacted the Blue Jays’ games in the past. bluejaysnation.com/news/length-...
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Length is needed from Shane Bieber in pivotal Game 3 amid Blue Jays’ bullpen volatility
Pitching needs to improve for the Toronto Blue Jays to climb out of th...
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Veronica Chung @veronicaschung.bsky.social · 13/10/2025
With the ALCS starting just now, here's why the Blue Jays have to win at home again. bluejaysnation.com/news/toronto...
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Blue Jays need to make home field count again in the ALCS
It all comes down to this - the <a href="https://bluejaysnation.com/">...
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