Toronto Blue Jays vs. Houston Astros - July 02, 2024

Astros to blame for why RF Cam Smith not progressing as expectedA deeper dive inside Cam Smith's advanced metrics tell a tale of stagnation, not progress. It seems likely not skipping the AA & AAA levels would have helped

Blue Jays use September roster expansion to lengthen bullpen and add to the benchThe Toronto Blue Jays have made their September roster expansion additions official. They've used the extra roster spots to reshape the edges of their roster fo

Simeon Woods Richardson escapes waivers purgatory, but his future with Blue jays is uncertainHe's still around, but more by default than merit.

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MLB's Biggest Breakouts 💥Players having strong years that we didn't see coming 📲

Blue Jays add hard-throwing bullpen depth piece from Dodgers as September call-up decisions loom The Toronto Blue Jays have added another arm to the September roster conversation. With rosters expanding and the stretch run officially underway, the Blue Jays

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Series Preview: Jays @ GuardiansYour best source for quality Toronto Blue Jays news, rumors, analysis, stats and scores from the fan perspective.

Dana Brown's public comments post Astros dismissal highlight his failures as GMBrown's appearance on MLB Radio raised some serious eyebrows about his tenure in Houston.

Astros Bypassing Mike Burrows Promotion with Ronel Blanco Raises Legitimate QuestionsBurrows hasn't given length, but his results have been far better than Blanco's.

Wild AL Wild Card Race 🏁

One month left and it keeps getting crazier 🎥

3 red-hot Astros minor leaguers who pushed hard for a September call-upMLB rosters expand from 26 to 28 on September 1st. For the Houston Astros, that means much-needed reinforcements are on the way. Houston had an excellent week,

Blue Jays flying high heading into showdown with GuardiansMichael Corleone said it best in The Godfather Part III: “Just when I thought I was out, they pull me back in.” The Toronto Blue Jays looked dead in the water a

Blue Jays open up a roster spot ahead of September call-upsOn Monday, the Toronto Blue Jays made an interesting move during their off-day in preparation for their September call-ups. The Blue Jays optioned pitcher CJ Va

3 aging Blue Jays players that deserve a last-chance lookThe season is winding down, and the Toronto Blue Jays are fighting for the last Wild Card spot. With a plethora of injuries and poor performances, the team has

Blue Jays’ top left-handed prospect is suddenly looking like a stretch-run weaponOne of the Toronto Blue Jays' top pitching prospects is making a case for a return to the majors. With rosters expanding by two players in September, left-hande

Jamie Campbell praises Blue Jays for emotional Buck Martinez Hall of Excellence tributeFor years, the Toronto Blue Jays were a franchise still trying to build enough history to properly celebrate it. Now, in their 50th season, longtime host of Blu

White Sox vs. Astros (08/31/2026)

Full highlights from Houston Astros' 6-3 win vs. Chicago White Sox 🎥

MLB’s list of hottest offensive prospects makes Blue Jays’ September need even more obviousWith the September call-ups on the horizon, the Toronto Blue Jays need to decide carefully on which two players they would want to include for their stretch run

Blue Jays pass on obvious waiver wire upgrade as Orioles get better insteadThe Blue Jays are running out of time to find marginal upgrades, which makes their apparent decision to pass on Luis Robert Jr. a bit confusing. At this point

Why Brett Bateman has been a game changer for the Blue JaysWhen the Toronto Blue Jays dealt long-time ace Kevin Gausman to the Chicago Cubs at the trade deadline, all they really hoped for were to receive some promising

Max Scherzer hits another milestone as Blue Jays’ Wild Card push intensifiesWhen Max Scherzer struck out Cal Raleigh in the seventh inning Sunday afternoon, passing Gaylord Perry for ninth place on Major League Baseball’s all-time strik

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Latest MLB Power Rankings 📊How every team stacks up as September looms 📲

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Astros look even more foolish amid Nate Pearson's ridiculous Royals runNate Pearson is on a ridiculous run with the Royals, proving that the pitching-needy Houston Astros gave up on him too soon.

3 Blue Jays long overdue for Hall of Excellence recognitionThe Toronto Blue Jays unveiled their new Hall of Excellence on Saturday to celebrate their 50th season while inducting its newest member, Buck Martinez. The fo

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New MLB Playoff Picture 🖼️Astros break AL West slump. Full standings with a month left in the season 📲

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Scherzer Throws 7 Scoreless, Jays Beat MarinersYour best source for quality Toronto Blue Jays news, rumors, analysis, stats and scores from the fan perspective.

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3 Astros players Blue Jays should pursue this offseason as Houston's owner prepares to clean houseThe Houston Astros made a significant move earlier this month, as they fired general manager Dana Brown. This decision came with the Astros underperforming this

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Snoopy's Wild First Pitch 😭Classic Joe Cool 🎥

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Today in Blue Jays History: Jays trade for Cliff JohnsonAnd Dave Stieb gets his last MLB win

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Predicting Jeremy Peña’s next contract after his August swoon with AstrosHouston Astros shortstop Jeremy Pena has one year left until he's a free agent, and his August struggles look to really have hurt potential mega contract

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Blue Jays reportedly land another South Korean pitcher with plenty of intrigueThe Toronto Blue Jays appear to be going back to a part of the international market that is starting to become a hot bed for prospects. According to Sports Cho

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Jays Beat Mariners On Buck Martinez DayYour best source for quality Toronto Blue Jays news, rumors, analysis, stats and scores from the fan perspective.

Astros vs. Mets (08/29/2026)

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Mariners vs. Blue Jays (08/29/2026)

Full highlights from Toronto Blue Jays' 4-3 win vs. Seattle Mariners 🎥

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Astros have done themselves no favors with Jim Crane's Joe Espada meddlingJim Crane has done little to suggest Joe Espada won't be out of a job at the end of the season, and the Houston Astros are worse off because of it.

Toronto radio analyst makes fearless playoff prediction about potential Blue Jays-Yankees matchupWhile the Toronto Blue Jays were mostly sellers at the 2026 MLB Trade Deadline, they have gotten themselves back into the playoff conversation. The Blue Jays ha

Blue Jays’ frustrating World Series hangover has put John Schneider back under the microscopeThe Toronto Blue Jays are fortunate to find themselves in a position to be playing meaningful games as the baseball calendar flips to September. They should fee

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MLB's Top Prospects Under 20 🤩Jesús Made, Leo De Vries crack B/R's top-25 list of league's brightest future stars ➡️

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Astros may already have Bryan Abreu replacement before free agency hitsBryan Abreu is a free agent at the end of the season and the rise of AJ Blubaugh means the Houston Astros don't need to pay the big bucks to bring him back

Blue Jays DFA Simeon Woods Richardson after warning signs become impossible to ignoreNot often does one bad outing leads to an automatic loss of a job. But in the case of Toronto Blue Jays pitcher Simeon Woods Richardson, that appeared to be exa

Dylan Cease keeps Cy Young pressure on Cam Schlittler in Blue Jays win against MarinersFor a team that badly needed to change the conversation after an ugly series loss to the Kansas City Royals, the Toronto Blue Jays picked a pretty good time to

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Jays Hit 3 Home Runs, Beat MarinersYour best source for quality Toronto Blue Jays news, rumors, analysis, stats and scores from the fan perspective.

Astros vs. Mets (08/28/2026)

Full highlights from Houston Astros' 3-1 win vs. New York Mets 🎥

Blue Jays would love for George Springer's Silver Slugger form to show up any day nowWith the Toronto Blue Jays shockingly catapulting themselves back into the playoff picture, the time has come to critically analyze every piece of their suddenl

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Jays Roster Move: SWR DFA, Van Eyk UpYour best source for quality Toronto Blue Jays news, rumors, analysis, stats and scores from the fan perspective.

Yordan Chasing History 👑

Astros slugger looking to be only the 2nd Triple Crown winner since 1967

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Awful AL West Still Dangerous 👀What went wrong and why there's still hope for MLB's worst division 📲

Former Blue Jays' closer quietly having a renaissance in ColoradoDuring this past offseason, former Toronto Blue Jays' closer Jordan Romano signed a one-year, $2 million contract with the Los Angeles Angels. This was after he

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New MLB Team Grades 🔠Updated report cards for every team with 1 month to go 📲

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Today in Jays History: 3 Home Runs For DonaldsonYour best source for quality Toronto Blue Jays news, rumors, analysis, stats and scores from the fan perspective.

The Blue Jays' series loss to the Royals was embarrassing on several levelsWhatever momentum the Toronto Blue Jays had came to a screeching halt over the last few days in their series against the Kansas City Royals, culminating in what

Why the Blue Jays should bat Vladimir Guerrero Jr. lower in the lineupImagine hearing someone argue in late October 2025 that Vladimir Guerrero Jr. shouldn’t hit in the top half of the Toronto Blue Jays’ lineup. You probably would

Blue Jays take low-risk gamble on former All-Star discarded by RockiesWith the Toronto Blue Jays desperate for pitching help as a result of a rash of injuries to their staff in recent weeks, they decided to take a gamble on a form

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4 biggest Astros X-factors who could make-or-break their playoff chancesThese Houston Astros players could be sneaky important when it comes to the Astros' playoff aspirations in 2026.

Spencer Miles gives Blue Jays a second chance to handle a valuable swingman the right wayThe Toronto Blue Jays have already been handed enough pitching injuries this season to last them a life time. Everyone in their rotation, aside from Dylan Cease

That Was Awful, Jays Lose BadlyYour best source for quality Toronto Blue Jays news, rumors, analysis, stats and scores from the fan perspective.

Yankees Lose Series to Astros 📉

Cole surrenders 3 ER, as offense can't answer 🎥

Royals vs. Blue Jays (08/27/2026)

Full highlights from Kansas City Royals' 13-2 win vs. Toronto Blue Jays 🎥

Blue Jays Fans Booing Team 🗣️

Nothing to root for as Royals take 10-0 lead

Jays Roster Moves: Michael Lorenzen SignedYour best source for quality Toronto Blue Jays news, rumors, analysis, stats and scores from the fan perspective.

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Breaking down Yordan Alvarez's chances of winning Triple Crown for Astros in 2026Houston Astros designated hitter Yordan Alvarez is leading the AL in all the big offensive categories. Here's a realistic look at his Triple Crown odds.

Former Blue Jays' closer quietly having a renassaince in ColoradoDuring this past offseason, former Toronto Blue Jays' closer Jordan Romano signed a one-year, $2 million contract with the Los Angeles Angels. This was after he

Blue Jays pass on the Eugenio Suárez opportunity as Reds' slugger clears waiversFor a few hours, Eugenio Suárez felt like the exact kind of late-August swing the Toronto Blue Jays had to at least consider. It was never going to be a perfect

Thursday Jays NotesYour best source for quality Toronto Blue Jays news, rumors, analysis, stats and scores from the fan perspective.

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AL East Predictions 🔮Can Yankees steal the division? Breaking down heated race 📲

Today in Blue Jays history: Jays trade for David ConeYour best source for quality Toronto Blue Jays news, rumors, analysis, stats and scores from the fan perspective.

Blue Jays Injury Update: Rotation help on the way, Garcia undergoes surgeryThis week didn’t start off too well for the Toronto Blue Jays when they learned that Shane Bieber would be heading to the IL due to a shoulder issue. As if the

Cincinnati Reds may have just gifted the Blue Jays a game changerIt is no secret that the Toronto Blue Jays could use another power hitter in their lineup as they fight for a wild-card spot in the American League. Now, they h

Five Blue Jays prospects who stood out as Dominican Summer League season wraps upThe Dominican Summer League regular season has wrapped up with four teams still standing, vying for the DSL Cup. Those are the Padres Gold, Royals Fortuna, Reds

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September Call-Ups to Watch 👀10 players who can make a late-season impact for a contender 📲

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4 biggest Astros mistakes that were made during the Dana Brown eraDana Brown made many mistakes at the helm of the Houston Astros, but these four stand out as the biggest, as well as ones that the team will keep paying for.

Former Blue Jays' top prospect, Arjun Nimmala, has confusing but encouraging start with AngelsWhen the Toronto Blue Jays had promising young top prospect Arjun Nimmala in the organization during the past few seasons, he had been doing many amazing things

Lukes Plays Hero, Jays WinYour best source for quality Toronto Blue Jays news, rumors, analysis, stats and scores from the fan perspective.

Astros vs. Yankees (08/26/2026)

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Royals vs. Blue Jays (08/26/2026)

Full highlights from Toronto Blue Jays' 3-0 win vs. Kansas City Royals 🎥

Astros' late rally against Yankees doesn't change Houston's Ethan Pecko problemThe Houston Astros survived a wild 9-7 comeback win over the Yankees, but Ethan Pecko's second MLB start revealed the same command issues that have plagued him.

Wednesday Jays NotesYour best source for quality Toronto Blue Jays news, rumors, analysis, stats and scores from the fan perspective.

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🗣️ Latest on Ketel Marte ♨️ Executive hot seat 📳 LIVE with insider Jon Heyman

Happy Birthday David PriceYour best source for quality Toronto Blue Jays news, rumors, analysis, stats and scores from the fan perspective.

3 Blue Jays pitchers who really need to step up with Shane Bieber on the ILOn Tuesday, the Toronto Blue Jays were hit with the injury bug once again as Shane Bieber was placed on the 15-day IL with right teres major inflammation in his

Blue Jays’ playoff push needs Ernie Clement to revive his fading Silver Slugger momentumThe Toronto Blue Jays have spent the last several weeks turning what looked like a lost season into a far more interesting finish than anyone could have likely

Two players the Blue Jays should call up—and who they should replaceSometimes a late-season prospect promotion can make all the difference for a baseball team fighting for its life in a tight playoff race. In 2025, the decision

Every Team's Biggest Red Flag 🚩Breaking down warning signs across the league 📲

Blue Jays' prospect promotions include former first-rounder and intriguing trade pickupThe Toronto Blue Jays have some interesting developments happening in the organization right now. While much of the attention is focused on the players in Toron

4 general manager candidates Astros should look at to fill void left by Dana Brown firingWith the Houston Astros' GM role open, its time to start the search for the next one now. Here are a few names that could garner some interest.

Jays Lose Another Frustrating GameYour best source for quality Toronto Blue Jays news, rumors, analysis, stats and scores from the fan perspective.

Astros Take Down Yankees 🚀

Houston gets narrow win behind Yainer Diaz 2 HR game

Jays Notes: Injury UpdatesYour best source for quality Toronto Blue Jays news, rumors, analysis, stats and scores from the fan perspective.

Cal Raleigh’s three-homer outburst is exactly the kind of spark Blue Jays need out of Vladimir Guerrero Jr.Cal Raleigh's entire season hasn't turned around thanks to a couple of swings against the Philadelphia Phillies, but he did show everyone why he's still conside

Shane Bieber put on 15-Day ILYour best source for quality Toronto Blue Jays news, rumors, analysis, stats and scores from the fan perspective.

Jays/Royals Series PreviewYour best source for quality Toronto Blue Jays news, rumors, analysis, stats and scores from the fan perspective.

AL Playoff Picture: Blue Jays are within striking distance thanks to manageable scheduleEntering the final week of August, no one likely expected the Toronto Blue Jays to be where they are today after a sluggish first half of their 2026 MLB season.

Blue Jays are being rewarded for deadline restraint as former players failing to spark new teamsWith the Toronto Blue Jays being on the wrong side of the playoff line leading up to the 2026 MLB Trade Deadline, they traded multiple players. Among the most n

Ranking MVP Favorites 📊Top 10 candidates in heated AL, NL races 📲

Blue Jays receive playoff hype in FanSided's latest MLB Power RankingsWhy not the Blue Jays?

Two Blue Jays-Astros trades didn’t exactly help Dana Brown’s case in HoustonThe Houston Astros made one of the more surprising front-office decisions of the stretch run Monday, parting ways with general manager Dana Brown while still te

Astros might be using emerging bullpen weapon wrong but there's still time for a changeThe Houston Astros have developed a real bullpen weapon with AJ Blubaugh, but one has to wonder if the better play wouldn't have been working him as a starter.

Worst Division in MLB History? 😳

How the AL West is setting new lows this season

Timing of Dana Brown's firing is aggressive even by Jim Crane's standardsJim Crane let Dana Brown run the draft and the deadline, then fired him 3 weeks later while tied for first place with just a few weeks left. Explain the logic

Shane Bieber's latest performance should have Blue Jays seriously considering an extensionThe Toronto Blue Jays have multiple pending free agents heading toward the offseason. Among their most notable pending free agents is star pitcher Shane Bieber.

Joe Espada’s gaffe didn’t cost Astros, but looks far worse after Dana Brown's firingAfter parting ways with GM Dana Brown, the Houston Astros microscope turns to manager Joe Espada, who's tenure in charge hasn't lived up to what fans had hoped.

Blue Jays lose bullpen depth piece to the Nationals through waiversThe Toronto Blue Jays have had a constant influx of relievers to help stabilize their bullpen and provide depth throughout their 2026 MLB season. But for one no

MLB, MLBPA Meeting RegularlyCommissioner Rob Manfred confident deal will be made amid CBA talks (ESPN)

Latest MLB Power Rankings 📊See where the Blue Jays land in our latest batch of power rankings 📲

Updated MLB Playoff Predictions 🔮How postseason could unfold with roughly one month left ➡️

Astros remove GM Dana Brown midway through playoff race in shockingly timed moveFresh off only taking three wins of a nine-game homestand that included games against the Seattle Mariners, Los Angeles Angels, and the Athletics, Houston Astro

🚨 Astros, GM Part WaysDana Brown's contract was set to expire after season

Blue Jays’ trip to Williamsport adds another unique chapter to franchise historyThe Toronto Blue Jays are heading to Williamsport, Pennsylvania next season. Major League Baseball announced Sunday night that the Blue Jays will face the Chica

Seven Blue Jays' prospects whose bats have caught fire over the last monthAt the Major League Level, the Toronto Blue Jays are finally getting some sustained offensive performances. Alejandro Kirk has hit .366 with four home runs and

MLB Playoff Picture Shaping UpEvery AL West team has a losing record with 5 weeks to go. Full standings 📲

Little League Classic 2027 SetCubs and Blue Jays will face off on August 19 in Williamsport

Astros are looking like draft geniuses after start to Logan Hughes' professional careerHouston Astros first round pick Logan Hughes could not have had a better start to his professional career and its time to give the front office some flowers.

Athletics vs. Astros (08/23/2026)

Full highlights from Oakland Athletics' 7-6 win vs. Houston Astros 🎥

Jays Lose To YankeesYour best source for quality Toronto Blue Jays news, rumors, analysis, stats and scores from the fan perspective.

Blue Jays vs. Yankees (08/23/2026)

Full highlights from New York Yankees' 8-3 win vs. Toronto Blue Jays 🎥

Blue Jays’ Simeon Woods Richardson reunion has to be driving the Twins crazyWhen the Toronto Blue Jays brought Simeon Woods Richardson back into the organization, it was mostly a desperation move. The Blue Jays needed pitching, Woods Ri

3 Blue Jays who are on the short list for a September call-upMLB rosters will expand in just over a week. While it’s not the same as it used to be, there is still some value to bringing up a couple of players for a Septem

Biggest MLB Disappointments 😔10 early-season names who failed to meet expectations five months into season ➡️

FanSided's 'one-season wonder' list is full of names Blue Jays fans know all too wellBaseball will humble you. It is an incredibly difficult sport and at the highest level, playing in the MLB is an absolute grind. Only the best of the best can p

Previewing the Astros remaining 2026 schedule including vital stretch to start SeptemberThe Houston Astros' final six weeks have become that much harder, because they haven't been able to capitalize on a recent easy stretch.

Athletics vs. Astros (08/22/2026)

Full highlights from Oakland Athletics' 4-3 win vs. Houston Astros 🎥

Blue Jays bounce back again behind another dominant outing from Dylan CeaseIt's felt as big as any win could feel in August. The Toronto Blue Jays beat the New York Yankees 4-3 on Saturday afternoon (Aug. 22) in a game that became a na

Mike Burrows’ turnaround on rehab assignment may come too late for the Astros in 2026Mike Burrows made his second rehab start and could be back soon, but is his return enough to fix the Astros' pitching woes in the final month of the season?

Jays Hang On To Beat YankeesYour best source for quality Toronto Blue Jays news, rumors, analysis, stats and scores from the fan perspective.

Cease Quiets Yankees' Bats 🤫

Blue Jays pitcher bolsters Cy Young case with strong performance