The Toronto Blue Jays have helped their bullpen in a trade for flamethrower Jordan Hicks. How does this impact the American League playoffs? The Blue Jays entered the season expecting to compete for the AL East division title, but have disappointed slightly, sitting at 59-47 and holding the third AL wild card spot by two games. Like most teams at this time of year, the Blue … [Read more...] about St. Louis Trades Flame Throwing Reliever to Toronto
Blue Jays Trade Deadline Priorities: The Biggest Needs Down the Stretch
The Toronto Blue Jays‘ trade deadline needs are slowly emerging from the cracks. Between now and the August 1 trade deadline, the Blue Jays will be in the market for reinforcements, whether for the rotation, bullpen, or lineup. Prices are now high on viable options that can help down the stretch. However, general manager Ross Atkins must start seeing what’s out there sooner. … [Read more...] about Blue Jays Trade Deadline Priorities: The Biggest Needs Down the Stretch
José Berríos Is Making All the Right Adjustments
José Berríos has been on one of the most consistent stretches of his career. Yesterday, he held the New York Mets to a run on four hits and a walk with six strikeouts over six innings. Berríos has a 2.48 ERA in his last 10 outings, the second best-ERA over a 10-start span since his MLB debut. He’s throwing at five innings each time out on this stretch. Berrios finally feels … [Read more...] about José Berríos Is Making All the Right Adjustments
3 Toronto Blue Jays All-Stars Who Should Be Represented
The hunt for the Toronto Blue Jays All-Stars will be one to watch. The 93rd edition of the Midsummer Classic takes place in Seattle at T-Mobile Park on Tuesday, July 11. With fan balloting now open, Toronto has had the opportunity to send a combined eight players in the last two All-Star Games. They will look to do the same, as a few players on the roster are worthy of … [Read more...] about 3 Toronto Blue Jays All-Stars Who Should Be Represented
Bassitt Shuts Down Mets 3-0
Chris Bassitt shut down his former teammates as the Toronto Blue Jays topped the New York Mets 3-0 at Citi Field on Friday. The postgame featured a fireworks show but the Mets barely managed a fizzle batting against Bassitt. The Mets elected not to re-sign and pay Bassitt in the offseason and he made them pay tonight. He pitched 7 2/3 scoreless innings, scattered three hits, … [Read more...] about Bassitt Shuts Down Mets 3-0