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Dylan Cease • SP • Blue Jays

Dylan Cease Agrees With Blue Jays on Seven-Year, $210 Million Deal

Free-agent right-hander Dylan Cease and the Toronto Blue Jays agreed on a seven-year, $210 million deal on Wednesday, pending a physical, sources tell Jeff Passan of ESPN.com. The defending American League champions take one of the best starting arms off the open market a day before Thanksgiving. Cease will join an already strong rotation in Toronto that includes Kevin Gausman, Trey Yesavage, Shane Bieber, and Jose Berrios. The 29-year-old has five straight seasons with 200 strikeouts, but he's coming off a disappointing final season with the San Diego Padres in 2025, in which he went 8-12 with a 4.55 ERA (3.56 FIP), 1.33 WHIP, and 215:71 K:BB in 168 innings over 32 regular-season starts. His 71 free passes were one of the highest marks in baseball. Cease remains an elite strikeout artist who has been durable in his career, but he'll be a risk-reward for both Toronto and fantasy managers going into 2026 in the American League East.

Nov 27

Shane Bieber • SP • Blue Jays

Shane Bieber Staying in Toronto for 2026

Toronto Blue Jays right-hander Shane Bieber will stay in Canada next year after exercising his $16 million player option for the 2026 season on Tuesday, according to Jon Heyman of the New York Post. After spending the first seven years of his MLB career with the Cleveland Guardians, Bieber made his debut in Toronto in 2025, and it was a success. The 30-year-old former American League Cy Young winner and two-time All-Star got a late start after recovering from Tommy John surgery, limiting him to just seven regular-season starts. In 40 1/3 innings pitched, Bieber went 4-2 with a 3.57 ERA, 1.02 WHIP, 37 strikeouts, and only seven walks. In five postseason outings (four starts), he allowed nine runs (eight earned) on 21 hits (three homers) while walking six and fanning 18 in 18 2/3 innings. Bieber may never recapture his pre-Tommy John form in Toronto in the tough AL East, but he's certainly worth gambling on in fantasy in 2026 as a mid-rotation starter.

Nov 5

Alejandro Kirk • C • Blue Jays

Alejandro Kirk Playing in Game 7 of World Series

Toronto Blue Jays catcher Alejandro Kirk (hand) is in the starting lineup ahead of Game 7 of the World Series versus the Los Angeles Dodgers on Saturday. Kirk made an early exit on Friday after getting hit by a pitch on his left hand. Luckily, the X-rays came back negative, and Kirk appears to have avoided any significant injuries. It's going to take more than that to hold Kirk out of this series-deciding matchup. He's slashing .265/.361/.482 with five home runs and 13 RBI during the postseason. Kirk will be behind the plate and bat sixth versus right-hander Shohei Ohtani on Saturday.

Nov 1

Alejandro Kirk • C • Blue Jays

X-Rays Come Back Negative on Alejandro Kirk's Hand

Updating a previous report, X-rays on Toronto Blue Jays catcher Alejandro Kirk's left hand came back negative and "showed no fractures," according to Shi Davidi of Sportsnet. Kirk will be ready to play in the deciding Game 7 of the World Series on Saturday night at the Rogers Centre against the Los Angeles Dodgers. The 26-year-old Mexican backstop was lifted for a pinch-runner in the top of the ninth inning in the Game 6 loss on Friday night after he was hit by a pitch from right-hander Roki Sasaki, but he avoided any fractures in his hand and should start in Game 7. It's great news for the Blue Jays as they seek their first World Series championship in over 30 years, as Kirk has gone 6-for-21 (.286) with two home runs and six RBI in six games during the Fall Classic. He has five long balls and 13 RBI in 17 total postseason games this year.

Nov 1

Alejandro Kirk • C • Blue Jays

Alejandro Kirk Goes for X-Rays After Being Hit on the Hand

MLB.com's Keegan Matheson reports that Toronto Blue Jays catcher Alejandro Kirk (hand) will head for X-rays on his left hand after he was hit by a pitch on Friday night in the Game 6 loss to the Los Angeles Dodgers. The good news is that the X-rays sound precautionary, according to manager John Schneider. Kirk was hit by Dodgers right-hander Roki Sasaki in the bottom of the ninth inning and was lifted for a pinch-runner. The pitch didn't appear to hit him squarely in the hand, but the Blue Jays want to make sure the starting catcher doesn't have a fracture in his hand. If Kirk is unable to play in Game 7 of the World Series on Saturday night, Tyler Heineman would get the nod behind the dish. Kirk has been a big part of Toronto's postseason success this year, hitting .242 (16-for-66) with five homers and 13 RBI, and he's gone 6-for-21 with two homers and six RBI in the Fall Classic.

Nov 1

George Springer • RF • Blue Jays

George Springer Back in Leadoff Spot for Game 6 of World Series

Toronto Blue Jays designated hitter George Springer (side) is back at DH and as the leadoff hitter on Friday night for Game 6 of the World Series against Los Angeles Dodgers right-hander Yoshinobu Yamamoto. Springer injured his right side on a swing late in the loss on Monday night in Game 3 of the Fall Classic, and he was held out of the team's wins in both Game 4 and 5. With an off day on Thursday, Springer is feeling better and will return as the club's leadoff hitter as they seek their first World Series title in over 30 years on Halloween. It's definitely a boost to Toronto's lineup, as the veteran outfielder/DH has four homers and an .884 OPS through 14 postseason games this October. Yamamoto has been one of the toughest pitchers to hit in this year's playoffs, although Springer did go 1-for-3 against him with a double and a run scored in Game 2 of this series last Saturday.

Oct 31

George Springer • RF • Blue Jays

"Strong Possibility" That George Springer Returns in Game 6 of World Series

Toronto Blue Jays designated hitter George Springer (side) came close to starting in the Game 5 win over the Los Angeles Dodgers in the World Series on Wednesday night, according to manager John Schneider. The skipper added that Springer has "checked every box physically so far." Sportsnet's Arden Zwelling writes that it "sounds like a strong possibility" that Springer returns to the lineup for Game 6 back in Toronto on Halloween night on Friday, "if he continues trending the way he has." The 36-year-old veteran injured his right side on a swing in the Game 3 loss on Monday night in L.A., causing him to miss Games 4 and 5 of the Fall Classic. If Springer returns to the lineup on Friday at the Rogers Centre, it will push infielder Bo Bichette back to the keystone. Springer has been a key offensive force for the Jays all year and has hit .246 (14-for-57) with four homers and nine RBI in 14 postseason games this year.

Oct 30

George Springer • RF • Blue Jays

George Springer Out Again in Game 5 of World Series

Toronto Blue Jays designated hitter George Springer (side) is out of the starting lineup again on Wednesday night for Game 5 of the World Series against the hosting Los Angeles Dodgers and left-hander Blake Snell. Although Springer has reportedly made good progress since injuring his right side on a swing in the loss in Game 3 on Monday night in L.A., he will miss his second straight game. Infielder Bo Bichette is the DH and will bat third for Toronto, while Isiah Kiner-Falefa will start at the keystone and hit in the eight-hole against Snell as the Blue Jays look to take a 3-2 lead in the best-of-seven series. Springer will be available off the bench for the second straight game, but it remains to be seen if he'll be able to play again in the World Series. Bichette has gone just 2-for-11 in his career against Snell, while Kiner-Falefa is 0-for-3 with a walk and two K's against the lefty.

Oct 29

George Springer • RF • Blue Jays

George Springer Not in the Lineup for Game 4 of World Series

Toronto Blue Jays designated hitter George Springer (side) is not in the starting lineup for Game 4 of the World Series on Tuesday against the hosting Los Angeles Dodgers. Springer injured his right side on a swing in the top of the seventh inning in the Game 3 loss on Monday night. The Blue Jays have not replaced him on the World Series roster, though, so he will presumably be available off the bench on Tuesday. With Springer out, infielder Bo Bichette will serve as the DH for Toronto and bat third, with Isiah Kiner-Falefa playing second base and batting ninth against Dodgers right-hander Shohei Ohtani. Outfielder Nathan Lukes will also serve as the team's leadoff hitter following the 18-inning marathon on Monday night. For now, Springer, who hit over .300 with over 30 homers during the regular season, should be considered day-to-day.

Oct 28

George Springer • RF • Blue Jays

George Springer's Game 4 Status Up in the Air

Toronto Blue Jays designated hitter George Springer (side) is "hour-to-hour" in terms of his availability for Game 4 of the World Series on Tuesday in Los Angeles against the Dodgers, according to manager John Schneider. The Blue Jays are still deciding on if Springer will start on Tuesday or be on the bench, but it doesn't sound like he'll be removed from the World Series roster on Tuesday. The 36-year-old veteran was pulled from the Game 3 loss on Monday night in the top of the seventh inning when he suffered a right-side injury on a swing. Springer underwent an MRI exam on Tuesday morning, but the results of the testing have not been made public. He was one of the team's biggest offensive contributors during the regular season, hitting .309 with 32 home runs, 84 RBI, and 18 stolen bases, so Toronto can ill-afford to lose their leadoff hitter for the remainder of the best-of-seven series.

Oct 28

Trey Yesavage • SP • Blue Jays

Trey Yesavage to Start Game 5 of World Series

Toronto Blue Jays rookie right-hander Trey Yesavage will start Game 5 of the World Series on Wednesday in Los Angeles against the Dodgers, according to manager John Schneider. It will be Yesavage's second start in the Fall Classic after he allowed two earned runs on four hits while walking three and striking out five in a no-decision in four innings in Game 1 last Friday. The 22-year-old former first-rounder from East Carolina was the second-youngest pitcher in MLB history to start Game 1 of the World Series, and he handled himself pretty nicely, all things considered. Wednesday's start will be just his eighth big-league start. In his four postseason starts this October, Yesavage has allowed nine earned runs on 14 hits (two homers) while walking 10 and striking out 27 in 19 frames. The pressure will be on the young, hard-throwing hurler this week on the road in a hostile environment.

Oct 28

George Springer • RF • Blue Jays

George Springer Having MRI Exam on his Side

Toronto Blue Jays designated hitter George Springer (side) went for an MRI exam because of "right-side discomfort" that knocked him from Game 3 of the World Series on Monday night against the Los Angeles Dodgers, according to J.P. Hoornstra of Newsweek Sports. "We'll see how he is tomorrow," manager John Schneider said. Springer called for a trainer following a swing in the top of the seventh inning and left the contest shortly after to be evaluated. Ty France replaced him as a pinch-hitter, who was later replaced by Davis Schneider in the 18-inning marathon. It's unclear if Springer will be able to play in Game 4 of the World Series on Tuesday night in L.A., but if he's dealing with an oblique injury, there's a good chance he won't be able to play for the rest of the series. Springer has been a major contributor all year for Toronto, so losing their leadoff hitter for the rest of the series would be a big blow. He went 0-for-3 with two K's on Monday night before leaving, and he's gone 14-for-57 (.246) with four homers, six doubles, nine RBI, and 13 runs in 14 playoff games this October.

Oct 28

George Springer • RF • Blue Jays

George Springer Pulled Early in Game 3 With Side Injury

Toronto Blue Jays designated hitter George Springer (side) was pulled from Game 3 of the World Series early on Monday night against the Los Angeles Dodgers in the top of the seventh inning with what appeared to be a right-side injury, according to Shi Davidi of Sportsnet. Springer called out for a trainer to examine him before leaving the game, with Ty France replacing him as a pinch-hitter. The 36-year-old dealt with a knee scare this postseason as well, but didn't miss any time. However, if this ends up being an oblique injury, it could easily knock him out for the remainder of the World Series, which would be a big loss for Toronto. We won't know Springer's status for Game 4 of the best-of-seven series on Tuesday until he undergoes some tests. Before leaving in the seventh, Springer went 0-for-3 at the plate with two strikeouts.

Oct 28

Bo Bichette • SS • Blue Jays

Bo Bichette to Start at Second Base in Game 3 of World Series

Toronto Blue Jays infielder Bo Bichette will return to the starting lineup for Game 3 of the World Series on Monday against Los Angeles Dodgers right-hander Tyler Glasnow, according to manager John Schneider. Bichette will be back at second base and will most likely hit cleanup again, like he did in the team's Game 1 win on Friday night. The All-Star shortstop missed over seven weeks with a knee sprain suffered in early September, but he was included on the World Series roster and made his return in Game 1, picking up a single and a walk in the 11-4 blowout win. He did not play in the Game 2 loss on Saturday, although he did have a plate appearance off the bench late in the game. Bichette will make his second start of the World Series against a pitcher he has struggled against, as he's gone 2-for-16 with an RBI, three walks, and four K's in his career against Glasnow.

Oct 27

Max Scherzer • SP • Blue Jays

Max Scherzer Named Game 3 Starter

Toronto Blue Jays starting pitcher Max Scherzer has been tasked with taking the ball for Game 3 of the World Series against the Los Angeles Dodgers. Scherzer will look to keep the good times rolling after tossing 5.2 innings, allowing two runs, and striking out five batters during Game 4 of the ALDS. That was his only work of the postseason, but Scherzer has plenty of experience, including two World Series championships. He'll be looking to help give his team a 2-1 lead in this series. The organization also announced that Shane Bieber would take the ball for Game 4.

Oct 26

Addison Barger • 3B • Blue Jays

Addison Barger Moves into Starting Lineup for Game 2

Toronto Blue Jays infielder/outfielder Addison Barger will slide into the starting lineup ahead of Saturday's Game 2 of the World Series against the Los Angeles Dodgers. Barger blasted a pinch-hit grand slam during Game 1 of this series. He has been on fire this season, Barger is slashing .324/.405/.622 through 42 plate appearances. As a result, Barger will take over in right field and bat seventh versus right-hander Yoshinobu Yamamoto on Saturday. Myles Straw will head to the bench after starting in right field to begin the series.

Oct 25

Bo Bichette • SS • Blue Jays

Bo Bichette Absent for Game 2

Toronto Blue Jays shortstop Bo Bichette is out of the starting lineup ahead of Saturday's Game 2 of the World Series. Bichette made his first appearance of the postseason during Game 1 of this series. He went 1-for-2 with a walk during Friday's win over the Los Angeles Dodgers. Considering the injury, it's not shocking to see the Jays' being cautious with Bichette. In his absence, Isiah Kiner-Falefa will cover second base and bat eighth versus right-hander Yoshinobu Yamamoto. It wouldn't be shocking to see Bichette come in as a pinch-hitter at some point during this game.

Oct 25

Kevin Gausman • SP • Blue Jays

Kevin Gausman to Start Game 2 of World Series

Toronto Blue Jays right-hander Kevin Gausman will start Game 2 of the World Series against the Los Angeles Dodgers on Saturday. He'll oppose Dodgers righty Yoshinobu Yamamoto. In his most recent appearance this past Monday, Gausman came out of the bullpen in an ALCS-clinching win over the Seattle Mariners in Game 7. The 34-year-old overcame three walks (including an intentional pass to Cal Raleigh) to toss a scoreless seventh inning and earn the victory, sending the Blue Jays to their first Fall Classic since 1993. Despite an underwhelming 12:9 K:BB, Gausman has recorded a sparkling 2.00 ERA while yielding just 10 hits over 18 innings this postseason.

Oct 24

Ty France • 1B • Blue Jays

Ty France on Toronto's World Series Roster

Toronto Blue Jays first baseman Ty France (oblique) has been included on the team's World Series roster against the Los Angeles Dodgers. France will be on the team's roster for the first time during the playoffs after he was suffered a left-oblique strain late in the regular season. The veteran right-handed hitter will be available for Toronto against the Dodgers, starting on Friday night in Game 1 at the Rogers Centre, but he will be coming off the bench. The 31-year-old veteran began the 2025 season with the Minnesota Twins before joining the Jays. France played in 37 regular-season contests with the Blue Jays and went 26-for-94 (.277) at the plate with only one home run, eight RBI, and nine runs scored in his 103 plate appearances. He is unlikely to make any starts for Toronto in the best-of-seven series against L.A.

Oct 24

Bo Bichette • SS • Blue Jays

Bo Bichette Starting at Second, Batting Cleanup in Game 1 of World Series

Toronto Blue Jays shortstop Bo Bichette (knee) will start in Game 1 of the World Series on Friday night in Toronto against the Los Angeles Dodgers and left-hander Blake Snell, starting at second base and batting cleanup. Bichette will be playing in a big-league game for the first time in seven weeks due to a PCL sprain in his left knee, and this will be his first time at the keystone since 2019 while at Triple-A Buffalo. He was one of the best hitters in baseball during the regular season, but those setting DFS lineups should probably expect some element of rust, especially against a pitcher who has been downright dominant in October. Bichette hasn't fared well in nine career at-bats against Snell, either, recording just one hit with two walks and four strikeouts against him. Andres Gimenez will remain at the 6 for Toronto and will hit ninth in the batting order.

Oct 24

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