30 h. ago George Springer’s ALCS Game 7 home run ball up for auction at staggering price

Bidding for the piece of Toronto Blue Jays playoff history starts at a staggering $10,000 with the auction closing Dec. 9.

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30 h. ago George Springer's iconic ALCS Toronto Blue Jays home run ball is now up for sale

Another iconic piece of Toronto Blue Jays history is up for sale.The ball from George Springer's incredible home run in Game 7 of the ALCS versus the Seattle Mariners is available for auction.Springer's home run allowed the Blue Jays to come from behind and knock off the Seattle Mariners. By doing so, the Jays were able to advance to the World Series for the first time since 1993.George Springer just hit one of the biggest home runs in #BlueJays history.Rogers Centre is shaking. pic.twitter.com/3RitrE86AU— Keegan Matheson (@KeeganMatheson) October 21, 2025 To no surprise, given that it's one of the biggest hits in Blue Jays history, getting this ball won't come for a low price. In fact, the starting bid, which will remain up for auction until Saturday, Dec. 13, is set at US$10,000. "Presented is the Official Major League Rob Manfred Jr. baseball hit by Springer that would eventually send the Blue Jays to the World Series. Against starter-acting-r...

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56 h. ago Newest Blue Jays player has a star athlete relative and he wants to come to Toronto

The Toronto Blue Jays have added a bit of star power this offseason.And no, we're not just talking about their free agent signings, though one of them did help recruit a new famous fan to the franchise.On Tuesday, it was reported that the Blue Jays signed free agent pitcher Cody Ponce, fresh off a season winning the KBO's MVP as the best player in South Korea.Ponce returns to the MLB for the first time since 2021 as what seems like a more well-polished pitcher, and could play a big part in Toronto's plans next year.But interestingly, he also comes with a famous brother-in-law, as pointed out by Postmedia's Rob Wong: San Francisco 49ers tight end George Kittle.A six-time Pro Bowl player and a two-time first-team All-Pro, Kittle has been one of the most productive tight ends in league history.Originally a fifth-round pick out of Iowa in 2017, Kittle has made his mark on the football world as one of the NFL's best pass-catching tight ends, having picked up 1,000 yar...

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3 d. ago Sounds like Toronto Blue Jays could still bring back Scherzer or Bassitt

The Toronto Blue Jays already have one of the best starting rotations in baseball, and they may not be done adding to it just yet.Following the seven-year contract with Dylan Cease, the Blue Jays now have a five-man rotation that consists of Cease, Kevin Gausman, Trey Yesavage, Shane Bieber, and Jose Berrios. They also still have players like Eric Lauer and Bowden Francis who can make spot starts when needed. Still, management may be looking to add even more depth.It sounds like the Blue Jays are still looking to add more starting pitching depth, which could come in the form of returnees like Max Scherzer or Chris Bassitt. Sportsnet's Shi Davidi mentioned in a recent article that given injury concerns to both Berrios and Francis, paired with Bieber's past Tommy John surgery, the Jays may look to add another starter as insurance. Both Bassitt and Scherzer have been on record saying that they would like to return to the Blue Jays. Bassitt played a big role out o...

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8 d. ago What's next for Toronto Blue Jays after major move in free agency?

The Toronto Blue Jays landed the first big fish on the free-agent market, signing Dylan Cease to a seven-year, $210 million deal.Though nobody was expecting such a big signing to be announced when it was, GM Ross Atkins had told reporters at his end-of-season media avail that he was hoping to add another starting pitcher, whether it be through free agency or a trade.Cease will now join a formidable starting five that also includes Kevin Gausman, Trey Yesavage, Shane Bieber, and Jose Berrios. That automatically sets up as one of the best starting rotations in all of baseball, if not the very best. Now, management will set their sights on other parts of the roster.It's no secret that the Blue Jays would also like to improve their bullpen. Atkins informed media that Jeff Hoffman, who signed a $33 million deal last offseason, is open to moving out of the closer role. That may not be the worst thing for the Jays, as the 2024 All Star struggled in his first season as a Blue Jay, posti...

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1 week ago Toronto Blue Jays considering trade that has Bichette implications

The Toronto Blue Jays are keeping all options on the table when it comes to their infield next season.While the Blue Jays are still hoping to re-sign Bo Bichette, there is no guarantee that the 27-year-old returns. As a result, they are reportedly scouring the trade market for another infield option.As reported by MLB insider Jon Morosi, the Blue Jays have checked in on three-time All-Star Ketel Marte. The second baseman hit .283 with 28 home runs and 72 RBI in 2025 with the Arizona Diamondbacks. The 32-year-old agreed to a six-year, $116.5 million extension with the Diamondbacks this past April."I think it's at least a 50-50 chance that Ketel Marte is moved by the Diamondbacks," Morosi said. "The Diamondbacks are actively listening on Ketel Marte. Nothing is close, but multiple teams have checked in. Among the teams to check in [are] the Phillies and the Blue Jays.""The Diamondbacks are actively listening."@jonmorosi has the latest on Ketel Marte p...

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2 w. ago Alek Manoah's new team has already given up on the former Toronto Blue Jays star

Former Toronto Blue Jays starting pitcher Alek Manoah is back on the free-agent market once again.Manoah was surprisingly cut from the Blue Jays roster in September to make room on the 40-man roster for Anthony Santander. The decision resulted in Manoah being placed on waivers, where he was claimed a short time later by the Atlanta Braves.Despite the claim, Manoah didn't throw any pitches in his time with the Braves organization, and is once again a free agent after the club chose not to tender him on Friday afternoon.It's been a frustrating past few years for Manoah. The 27-year-old was once viewed as one of the best young pitchers in Major League Baseball. In 2021, his rookie season, he impressed with a 3.22 ERA in 20 starts. It was the 2022 season, though, where he really took off.Manoah made 31 starts in 2022, where he put up a dazzling 2.24 ERA along with 180 strikeouts in 196.2 innings. He was not only named to the MLB All-Star Game, but finished third in AL Cy Young v...

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2 w. ago Toronto Blue Jays a favourite to land the biggest free agent star on market

It's shaping up to be another offseason where the Toronto Blue Jays are going to be linked to all sorts of talent on the free-agent market.Unlike past years, however, they now boast a recent run to the World Series to sell free agents on. It should, at the very least, garner them some respect when it comes to trying to lure in the best talent available.This year, the biggest name on the open market is Kyle Tucker. The 28-year-old four-time All-Star is expected to get pursued by plenty of teams this offseason. According to ESPN's Jeff Passan, the Blue Jays are considered the favourites to land him."The Blue Jays, coming off their first World Series berth in more than three decades, have no plans to slow down," Passan wrote on Tuesday. "They are considered the favourite by other executives to land Tucker."In what was considered a down year, Tucker still managed a .266 average with 22 home runs and 73 RBI in 136 games. Adding his left-hand bat to the li...

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3 w. ago Blue Jays stars Vladimir Guerrero Jr. and Bo Bichette score all

Toronto's star first baseman also was recognized as MLB's inaugural Entertainer of the Year.

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3 w. ago There's now a song about Toronto Blue Jays' breakout star Trey Yesavage

Toronto Blue Jays rookie phenom Trey Yesavage took to social media on Tuesday for his first post of the offseason."Beyond blessed… see y'all soon," Yesavage wrote, while adding a blue heart emoji and sharing a highlight reel of his short time with the team.Hype videos aren't all that uncommon for players, typically remixed with a hip-hop, rock, or pop track.But what made this one interesting is that it appears to feature an original song about the Blue Jays' youngster, featuring lyrics like "I'm riding up north like a Blue Jay cowboy, World Series heat making big league noise."    View this post on Instagram           A post shared by Trey Yesavage (@trey.yesavage)We're not too sure about the source of the song, though it appears partially inspired by his entrance song, Kid Rock's "Cowboy."Did Yesavage hire someone to record it for him? Did the Blue...

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3 w. ago Max Scherzer still wrapping his head around his Toronto Blue Jays future

The Toronto Blue Jays' fateful World Series run was full of unlikely heroes — and their oldest player nearly had a shot at being one of their biggest.In Game 7 of the World Series, Toronto opted to start 41-year-old Max Scherzer, who often looked like a shell of himself during much of an injury-riddled season after signing a one-year deal with the Blue Jays.But during his third postseason start on the biggest possible stage, Scherzer did about everything he was asked — leaving the game with a 3-1 lead and a shot for Toronto to win it all.He went 4.1 innings, giving up one earned run and four hits. But in a game that ended up going 11 innings and that featured a combined 13 pitchers, Scherzer's story became a footnote and not the lede.As you know by now, the Los Angeles Dodgers had other plans, scoring four runs on Toronto's bullpen for an eventual 5-4 win.But Scherzer's postseason performance showed that the three-time Cy Young winner just might be able t...

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3 w. ago Toronto Blue Jays star Trey Yesavage gets hero treatment at college homecoming

When Toronto Blue Jays pitcher Trey Yesavage took to the mound for the team throughout their 2025 postseason run, he might have been the most popular guy in the country.The 22-year-old rookie phenom lit up Canada with his legendary performances throughout the playoffs, making five starts and one relief appearance (in Game 7 of the World Series).This past weekend, though, he was simply a guy having fun in someone's backyard.Yesavage was the guest of honour at the homecoming weekend of East Carolina, where he played three seasons before being drafted by the Blue Jays in 2024.His girlfriend, Taylor, shared a photo of the two of them at a pregame tailgate, where they easily could've been confused for any other student couple.Yesavage did get his moment in the spotlight, though, where he addressed the stadium to a raucous ovation.WATCH: ECU Baseball great, Toronto Blue Jays World Series star Trey Yesavage Yesavage addresses Pirate Nation at midfield.Join the Homecoming editi...

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3 w. ago Where was Jose Berrios during run and what’s next for Blue Jays starter?

Blue Jays take nothing to see approach with three-time Opening Day starter.

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4 w. ago Vladdy shares heartfelt message after Toronto Blue Jays World Series heartbreak

The 2025 Toronto Blue Jays came as close to winning the World Series as you can get without actually winning it. It's a crushing way to lose, which helps explain why players were in tears afterwards. And yet, in the days that have followed, players and their families have been able to contextualize the remarkable run the team went on. On Friday evening, Vladimir Guerrero Jr. took to social media to reflect on a season to remember. The Blue Jays' biggest star is focusing on the steps forward he and his teammates took this season. He said this year changed his life. "2025, I knew you would be special when I knew I would be a Blue Jay forever," Guerrero said in an Instagram post. "I don't even know what to say. A year that changed my life. A year that made me appreciate times that didn't make sense. A year I will frame forever."Vladdy entered the playoffs after a so-so regular season by his high stand...

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4 w. ago Where do Blue Jays fit in pursuit of latest Japanese star Munetaka Murakami?

Power-hitting third baseman expected to be a hot item in MLB free agency.

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4 w. ago How much money Bo Bichette is worth and will the Toronto Blue Jays pay it?

The Toronto Blue Jays and Bo Bichette are now officially on the clock.One of the most beloved players in recent team memory, Bichette appears set to hit free agency for the first time in his career.On Thursday, the Jays formally extended a standard qualifying offer to Bichette, though it's widely been reported he's expected to decline that offer and test out free agency.Why would Bichette turn down the Blue Jays' offer?For starters, it's a simple numbers game: Bichette's qualifying offer comes in at $22 million valuation for just one season, a number lower than his expected annual salary on any multi-year deal.It has nothing to do with his willingness to play in Toronto — which he's said on the record many times — but rather about his intent to sign a long-term deal in free agency, whether in Toronto or elsewhere.Free agency is officially open as of 5 p.m. ET on Thursday, Nov. 6.ESPN's Kiley McDaniel projects a deal of five years, $130 million...

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4 w. ago Blue Jays will be ‘in the market’ as star shortstop Bo Bichette hits free agency

“We will be in on his market,” team president Mark Shapiro said when asked about Bo Bichette, who became a free agent at 5 p.m. on Thursday.

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