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11/20/2009 |
Gonzalez added to Jays' 40-man roster
The Blue Jays considered promoting pitcher Reidier Gonzalez to the big leagues this past season. On Thursday, the club decided it did not want to risk losing Gonzalez to another team this winter, adding him to its 40-man roster.
11/20/2009 |
Inbox: Jays may have pick of litter
Between potential free-agent departures and compensatory picks from last year's Draft, the Jays may have a golden opportunity in June, as beat reporter Jordan Bastian discusses.
11/20/2009 |
Jays talk Halladay with Cubs
On Friday, MLB.com's Carrie Muskat reported that the Blue Jays contacted the Cubs to discuss a possible trade involving Roy Halladay, noting that Toronto even informed Chicago that it wants to deal the pitcher this winter, but his salary may be an issue.
11/19/2009 |
Rebuilding Jays may not be major players
Though they will be able to offer contracts to all free agents beginning Thursday, the Blue Jays are in full-out rebuilding mode and don't plan to be major players until they're on the cusp.
11/17/2009 |
Silver bats highlight Jays' awards season
Aaron Hill and Adam Lind shined in the batter's box this season for the Blue Jays, forming a dynamic duo that did not go unnoticed come awards season in 2009.
11/17/2009 |
Coveted Halladay recognized in Cy vote
For Roy Halladay, it marked the fourth year in a row that he finished in the top five in balloting for the Cy Young. The ace is the type of pitcher every team covets and one who could potentially be had in a blockbuster trade this offseason.
11/17/2009 |
Virtual Catalog kicks off holiday season
The launching of the Virtual Catalog at the MLB.com Shop signals the official start to another season of holiday shopping.
11/17/2009 |
Scutaro keeping all his options open
Coming off a career year, shortstop Marco Scutaro is weighing all his options as he enters free agency this offseason. That includes a possible return to the Blue Jays if he is offered salary arbitration, as expected.
11/16/2009 |
Blue Jays unveil Grapefruit League slate
On Monday, the Blue Jays revealed their Spring Training schedule for 2010, laying out the Grapefruit League slate that will lead up to Opening Day in April.
11/16/2009 |
Short of AL ROY, Romero back at work
Despite fading late in the season and falling out of contention for year-end awards, Jays lefty Ricky Romero nonetheless compiled a strong rookie campaign and is working hard this offseason.
11/13/2009 |
Jays' Wells has successful wrist surgery
Blue Jays center fielder Vernon Wells underwent surgery to repair cartilage damage in his left wrist on Thursday.
11/13/2009 |
Jays Inbox: Can current payroll pay off?
Among the topics tackled by beat reporter Jordan Bastian in this week's Inbox, fans inquire about Toronto's chances of contending with a smaller payroll in the high-spending AL East.
11/12/2009 |
Doc among Jays' hardware hopefuls
It was a magnificent close to another masterful campaign for Roy Halladay, who finds himself again in the running for the American League Cy Young Award. Over the next three weeks, the 2009 hardware will be handed out, and Halladay is among a small group of Toronto players in the mix for season-end accolades.
11/12/2009 |
Anthopoulos strengthens scouting staff
GM Alex Anthopoulos continued his reorganization of the Blue Jays' scouting department on Thursday. Toronto named Gary Rajsich a professional cross-checker, Brandon Mozley a regional cross-checker, Brian Parker a professional scout and Dan Cox an area scout.
11/12/2009 |
Jays' Ruiz selected as Triple-A All-Star
On Thursday, the Topps Company of New York, in conjunction with Minor League Baseball, honored Randy Ruiz for his overwhelming offensive efforts, naming the 32-year-old career Minor Leaguer the first baseman of the 2009 Topps Triple-A All-Star team.
11/12/2009 |
Jays have Silver Sluggers at their core
On Thursday, Aaron Hill and Adam Lind were honored with Silver Slugger Awards -- handed to the top offensive performer at each position in each league -- for their work with the lumber in 2009.
11/10/2009 |
Blue Jays GM staying quiet on Halladay
Toronto general manager Alex Anthopoulos is reportedly open to entertaining offers for Roy Halladay, but the Jays GM won't publicly discuss speculation regarding his ace.
11/9/2009 |
Barajas officially a free agent
Rod Barajas filed for free agency on Monday, but that does not mean the veteran catcher has no interest in returning to the Blue Jays. Barajas made that very clear during the final weekend of the regular season.
11/9/2009 |
Jays add Dopirak, McCoy to roster
The Blue Jays added a pair of players to their 40-man roster on Monday, selecting the contract of first baseman Brian Dopirak from Triple-A Las Vegas and claiming infielder Mike McCoy off waivers from the Rockies.
11/8/2009 |
Possible D-backs, Jays trade on hold
A potential deal between the D-backs and Blue Jays that would have sent Chris Snyder to Toronto and Lyle Overbay to Arizona has been put on hold, a Major League source said Sunday.
11/7/2009 |
Blue Jays may consider trading Halladay
Alex Anthopoulos' vision is of an organization that can have a sustained period of success, becoming an annual postseason contender within a tough American League East. That may include a trade of Roy Halladay during this offseason.
11/6/2009 |
Inbox: Will the Blue Jays trade Wells?
Will The Jays trade Vernon Wells? Will Zach Stewart play in the Majors in 2010? Will Edwin Encarnacion have a bounce back season next year? Beat reporter Jordan Bastian answers fans' questions in the Jays' inbox.
11/6/2009 |
Blue Jays outright three to Triple-A
The Blue Jays adjusted their 40-man roster Friday by outrighting catcher Kyle Phillips and left-handers Davis Romero and Bill Murphy to Triple-A Las Vegas.
11/6/2009 |
Filings have Jays thinking shortstop
Marco Scutaro and John McDonald both filed for free agency on Friday, leaving the shortstop position vacant on the Blue Jays' depth chart. Both may be considered for returns.
11/5/2009 |
Jays have interest in veteran trio
Blue Jays GM Alex Anthopoulos has expressed an interest in bringing back catcher Rod Barajas and shortstops Marco Scutaro and John McDonald, all of whom can file for free agency. More Results > |
