Ben Turner
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Every man at some point in his life is going to lose a battle. But what makes him a man is at the midst of that battle he does not lose himself. #CoachTaylor
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Carlos Baerga and Rosenthal both mentioned Jays are trying to get Ramirez 15 minutes ago..gotta think there's actual smoke there.
#BlueJays
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Bellinger’s fiance deleted that picture of the CN Tower on her Instagram btw 🤔🤔.
#BlueJays
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Robert Murray says the Blue Jays aren't done by any means and wouldn't be surprised if they get multiple more bats. "Be patient Blue Jays fans, Ross Atkins is not done."
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#Bluejays
“certainly in” on Verlander. He wants to go to a team that trains in Florida says Rosenthal. Hello, new state of the art trianing facility.
#Dunedin
5pm ET is the deadline for players to accept qualifying offers. The names you should keep an eye on...
@Ken_Rosenthal
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#MLBNHotStove
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Shi mentions on Drive Time that the Jays would like 2 add one more back-end bullpen piece and probably a lefty mashing right handed hitting OF. Mentions Grossman might want more role but Mancini might b a tremendous fit (some engagement with him earlier in the season).
#BlueJays
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After Ricky Tiedemann’s side session on Friday,
#BlueJays
ace Alek Manoah gave the young starter some advice:
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“I expect Toronto to still be active in the market, in free agency and trade. I wonder if they turn their attention to Bellinger now.”
@ByRobertMurray
..he also hyped up Toronto as being a really great place to play and how he’s heard such great things from players about it🙏
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Morosi on Blair and Barker says Jays have “dipped their toes” in Soto market but are not significantly involved based on what he’s heard over last few days. Says Bichette would have to be involved in such a deal.
#BlueJays
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"Nimmo would be great but I wouldn't necessarily hold my breath if I was a
#BlueJays
fan (on getting Nimmo) - BNS
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In a perfect world George Springer is back for the Jays tonight and the Raptors land the first overall pick in the draft lottery. Please!
#SpeakItIntoExistence
🙏🙏
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“Shoutout to BlueJays fans who are coming at me on Twitter now. I will always have your backs.”
@ByRobertMurray
🫶🫶
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One of John Schneider’s favourite players growing up was Don Mattingly according to
@jonmorosi
..pretty cool! Jon also mentions Cody Bellinger having a relationship with Mattingly and how this could impact his decision.
#BlueJays
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"The Jays lost Marcus Semien, but their rivals do not think Toronto is done with its significant spending."
#BlueJays
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Stephen Brunt just said he was talking to Shi Davidi and they both believe there might be one more move "in the pipeline" for the Jays before the lockout...but he questions how much time they have..
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At ESPN+, my winter megapreview: Why nothing has happened, what you need to know on the Ohtani market, the logic of a Soto trade, what makes Yamamoto special, the best available pitching, a grim class of bats, who's being dangled in trades and much more.
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Ben mentions Jays have talked to Mariners about Eugenio Suarez
#BlueJays
Latest from baseball's GM Meetings in Scottsdale, Ariz... discussing
#BlueJays
' coaching staff changes & looking at some names of interest for the lineup with
@ShiDavidi
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Passan says Bassitt really liked the idea of playing in Toronto - loves the city. There are options out there if they trade a C (Teams like Miami Marlins want to go out and get a catcher, mentions Guardians as well)
#BlueJays
The Blue Jays are making moves 👀
@SNJeffBlair
& Kevin Barker break down the reported signing of Chris Bassitt with
@JeffPassan
&
@NYNJHarper
🎧
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“He’s a future superstar,” one scout said of Moreno." -
#BlueJays
The Arizona Fall League is over, so I canvassed scouts about the players they liked the most. (Good news for the Phillies, Blue Jays, Red Sox, Rangers and others.)
For
@TheAthleticMLB
, here are the top 10 fall-league standouts according to evaluators:
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@TheXFactor
@alisah_tvoph
wait, what? Lol didn't she have the best voice in the competition??
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would be a huge development for the Jays if Pearson can breakout this year.
#Bluejays
What can we expect from Nate Pearson next season?
#BlueJays
pitching coach Pete Walker weighed in with
@JDBunkis
,
@BlakeMurphyODC
&
@ailishforfar
.
Full chat:
🔊
🍎
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More Friday MLB notes: Is Oracle Park a hurdle in Giants’ Ohtani pursuit? 3 hitters SF is eying, 2 teams in on Chapman
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@BettorDaysSteve
@TigersJUK
@X508eHv0oMtNxoy
@Nano_Orale
@JomboyMedia
jesus man stop looking so hard into it, who cares lol. Clearly she's excited to watch her man pitch and posting videos I'm sure.
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I wonder if Atkins is targeting Pablo Lopez. There were rumours that Teo was offered in a Lopez and Anderson package last year and Atkins seems to circle back to his guys (Gausman, Kikuchi). Rumours that Jays have scouts at Marlins game today and tomorrow.
#BlueJays
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Scoops has never been wrong
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"I don't think Bellinger is coming here" says BNS. Although this was recorded being Lee signed with the Giants.
#Bluejays
Jays Talk Plus! What comes next for the Blue Jays after missing out on Shohei - FA targets, trade targets, and more w/
@bnicholsonsmith
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Tik tok Ohtani 🙏🙏
#BlueJays
The Blue Jays are willing to give Shohei Ohtani all the time, space and privacy he needs, even as they continue to lay groundwork for whatever comes next, whether the two-way superstar joins them or not. (
@shidavidi
)
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Chapman, Schwarber and Mchugh and call it an off-season 😬
As the likes of George Springer and Jose Berrios joined a hopeful Blue Jays group Sunday in Dunedin, the front office continued to explore further adds — motivated by the "momentum" built last season.
✍:
@ShiDavidi
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#BlueJays
showing interest in Cueto
Following a busy stretch in MLB free agency, one that saw Toronto sign starting pitcher Chris Bassitt and outfielder Kevin Kiermaier,
@bnicholsonsmith
checks in on where the Blue Jays could look next.
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Morosi pushing Jansen for Nootbaar ha.. “Wouldn’t be surprised if we see something come together there during the winter meetings next week.”
#BlueJays
.
@jonmorosi
explains why Sean Murphy and Danny Jansen are potential catchers to be moved this winter ♨️
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Cutch or Grossman next 😇
Man, I love the Belt move. It’s just such a perfect fit. Add a righty hitting outfielder and this offence is the deepest in the AL with so many platoon weapons.
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All evidence suggests
#BlueJays
are pushing hard for Shohei Ohtani. They've made their pitch, along with a few other finalists. Interest seems mutual, but others are pushing too. Now it's up to Ohtani.
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Shi Davidi said on Tim and Friends said that he and BNS have heard all day that "Jays are all over pitching in every aspect of the market." (certainly on the top end after being in on Verlander - where do they go from here? He asks)
#BlueJays
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@TerenceDavisJr
Can’t wait to see you grow with the Raps! Masai and Bobby got a gem.
#WeTheNorth
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Fuente: Blue Jays han tomado la delantera en carrera por el pitcher cubano Yariel Rodríguez, quien está cerca de tomar una decisión
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. Friday MLB notes: Hard to know what’s happening in the mysterious Ohtani derby but fwiw execs are betting on the Dodgers, plus notes on free agents Bellinger, Chapman, Candelario and guys we actually know something about
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as in a potential trade or target not talked about much. He says he could be wrong though.
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Shohei Ohtani, Blue Jays believed to have met Monday at team’s Florida complex. Story:
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Wonder if Varsho was the “big” thing the Yankees were working on earlier in the off season as Michael Kay reported.
Yankees were "heavily involved" on Daulton Varsho. Always fun to beat out a division rival for a player they wanted!
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"Nelson Cruz : Cruz is an impact middle-of-the-order bat with strong leadership and mentor skills. The Rays and A’s are his best trade fits, and it’s not even close. But don’t sleep on the Blue Jays, who could look to get Taylor Rogers and Cruz in a trade." ..via
@JimBowdenGM
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. Friday MLB notes: possible landing spots for Hader and Soler, notes on Bellinger, Chapman, Cease, more
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It has been quiet today between the Yankees and Padres, per sources. Rivals see Toronto as a real contender for Soto, but believe they are waiting to see if they’re getting Ohtani. Could still pick up again for Yanks.
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Kikuchi mention for Mets!
Like deGrom this offseason, Scherzer can opt out next offseason. Why that matters right now.
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In an information vacuum it’s so easy to end up with the fevered, fact-free frenzy that surrounded Shohei Ohtani and the Blue Jays on Friday.
@shidavidi
on the dangers of unchecked social-media gossip.
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Apparently Passan said this on radio yesterday
#BlueJays
:
Jeff Passan Thinks Cubs Not Desperate Enough for Cody Bellinger, Will Still Sign One Scott Boras Client
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Last day of winter meetings😢. Will the
#BlueJays
do something today? For all of the talk about people pursuing catching, not one has been moved or signed😤.
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BNS says even though the Blue Jays have spoken with Grossman, he doesn't expect that "situation to develop in the next couple of weeks." The Blue Jays, as currently constructed are "not a place where an established player is necessarily going to look"
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Guardians talking extension with Emmanuel Clase; talks break down with Jose Ramirez
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@DOBrienATL
@BlinkBraveHawk
David, you're about to get flooded with Bluejays fans asking for clarity, myself included. Care to elaborate?
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Shi says he doesn't think the Blue Jays are done, could see them potentially exploring some stuff on the minor league side or might be still poking around at trades, should the opportunity arise. Thinks bigger things are complete at this point.
#BlueJays
BOB MCCOWN PODCAST
SHI DAVIDI on Spring Training & the Toronto Blue Jays
By Bob McCown
⏲️ 53:43
#Jays
#NextLevel
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BREAKING: Right-hander Chris Bassitt and the Toronto Blue Jays are in agreement on a three-year, $63 million contract, pending physical, sources familiar with the deal tell ESPN. Story on Toronto making a big move and adding to its rotation, free at ESPN:
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Robert Murray said the Marlins "really really liked IKF" but weren't willing to go the second year like the
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Shi says
#Bluejays
are still interested in Verlander
Back in 2019, the Blue Jays were trying to entice reluctant free agents. Now, they’re a wild-card club seeking to refine a strong group.
But though they’re a more attractive venture, the work is more complicated — and has higher stakes. (
@ShiDavidi
)
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BNS says Jays are motivated behind the scenes to improve OF still..mentions Conforto and Brantley..mentions Varsho (on top of Reynolds who was mentioned by the host) could be interesting..potential Kepler one for one for Jansen (speculation on his part).
We've got
@SNSAlli
on Sportsnet Today on
@FAN590
1pm-4pm w/ guests
@Gunning590
on the TMPL 🍁,
@DesaiDevang
talking World Cup ⚽️,
@bnicholsonsmith
w/ the latest on the TBJ ⚾️,
@chelsealeite
on what's up w/ the Raps &
@gabbgoudy
on NFL Week 14 🏈. Tune in!
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@jonmorosi
@MLBNetwork
@MLB
@Sportsnet
Might as well just say Bluejays are interested in every single player lol
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Go get Rodon imo
Sounds like
#BlueJays
were willing to go multiple years on Verlander, who landed with Mets for $86.8/2
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“There’s part of me that wonders if maybe they try to do something maybe more significant than what we’re thinking about” - Shi on the ATL (hat tip
@grecianfive
, podcast king).
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This pleases me
#BlueJays
Brandon Belt says cartilage issues in his knee caused swelling last yr, impacting his game to the point that he underwent surgery in Sept. Now feeling “amazing,” he said.
“I can honestly say it’s the best I’ve felt in 2-3 years … I know I’m going to go out there & be who I am”
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Davidi loves mentioning Hendriks and the Jays lol
The Toronto Blue Jays wanted to improve their defence heading into the 2023 season, and with their latest additions, they are set up to do just that as
@shidavidi
writes.
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@Alek_Manoah6
@Alek_Manoah6
why don’t you give
@You_Found_Nimmo
a call? Think you could convince him to play in Canada
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