Early this morning, the Toronto Blue Jays finally made a decision on who would be handling closing duties at the outset of the 2016 season. Both Roberto Osuna and Drew Storen had legitimate cases to handle the ninth inning, but in true Highlander fashion, there can be only one. Osuna is closer — Shi Davidi […]
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How the Blue Jays Can Keep Aaron Sanchez in the Rotation
Aaron Sanchez has officially made the Blue Jays rotation, as we (almost) all agree he should have. Yet no sooner than the announcement was made than it was swiftly followed by disclaimers about how his innings need to be closely monitored and it’s not certain he’ll remain in the rotation all year. I think it’s […]
Blue Jays Make Flurry of Moves
With Spring Training quickly coming to a close, the pressure was on for the Blue Jays to start paring down their large exhibition rosters and start preparing for opening day on Sunday. Well, most of that pressure is gone now, as the Blue Jays made a bunch of moves this morning that have helped to […]
Is Edwin Encarnacion a Slow Starter at the Plate?
With Edwin Encarnacion having dealt with both an abscessed tooth and an oblique injury this spring, we haven’t seen him at all. Well, we’ve seen him, but mostly in interviews about how he, like most other players facing free agency, is unimpressed that the team has not yet handed him years and dollars on a contract […]
Blue Jays Claim Jesus Montero Off Waivers from Mariners
In a mildly surprising move, the Blue Jays claimed Jesus Montero off waivers from the Seattle Mariners today, per beat writer Ryan Divish: Montero claimed by the Blue Jays — Ryan Divish (@RyanDivish) March 28, 2016 In a corresponding move, the team designated catcher A.J. Jimenez for assignment. #BlueJays DFA A.J. Jimenez, who's out of […]
Aaron Sanchez Named to the Rotation; Hutch to AAA
The biggest question this Blue Jays offseason has finally been answered: Aaron Sanchez will begin the 2016 season in the starting rotation, with Gavin Floyd in the bullpen. Sanchez in rotation, Floyd in pen — Shi Davidi (@ShiDavidi) March 28, 2016 Both Sanchez and Floyd have been superb this spring. In twenty innings pitched, Sanchez […]
If He’s Not Going to Start, the Jays Should Trade Aaron Sanchez
The Great Aaron Sanchez Debate of 2016 is finally coming to a close. The Blue Jays regular season opens up this coming Sunday against Tampa, so Toronto will have to very quickly decide who fits into the rotation plans. The overwhelming majority of fans want Sanchez to start, the front office seems to want him […]
This Week in Blue Jays: The 2016 Choice is Clear
In this space, Jenn Smith takes a look back at the recent stories surrounding the Blue Jays and provides her thoughts on the matter, with links to some of the original sources. Look for this series on Sunday mornings to help you catch up on the goings on in Jays land. There is no doubt […]
Spring Training News Roundup: Tulo, EE, and the Bullpen
There were a few newsworthy pieces out of Blue Jays camp this afternoon as the team heads to Clearwater for a night game. The most important piece of news came when the lineup was posted, and a familiar face was back in it at shortstop: #BlueJays vs #Phillies pic.twitter.com/Y04Gamfdl5 — Shi Davidi (@ShiDavidi) March 25, […]
Artificial Turf Wars Ep 4: Turf Central with Jamie Campbell
Jamie Campbell stops by to discuss Sportsnet’s Jays coverage and his favourite moments from last year, as well as to look ahead to the 2016 season. Greg, Josh, and Chris also discuss Roberto Osuna’s desire to pitch in relief, the Aaron Sanchez/Gavin Floyd fight for the fifth starter spot, Troy Tulowitzki’s injury scare, Marcus Stroman […]









