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18 hours ago
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Blue Jays Announce Two Changes After Loss to Diamondbacks
Blue Jays Announce Two Changes After Loss to Diamondbacks originally appeared on Athlon Sports. The Toronto Blue Jays lost 9-5 to the Arizona Diamondbacks on Thursday, but they had already won the series after getting swept by the Philadelphia Phillies in their previous set. If they continue to either win or tie series, they'll put pressure on the New York Yankees atop the AL East. Advertisement Toronto is three games behind New York for first place and a half-game behind the Tampa Bay Rays for second. The Rays, Blue Jays, and Boston Red Sox occupy the AL's three Wild Card spots. Toronto announced roster changes before its bout with the Chicago White Sox on Friday, via Keegan Matheson. Toronto Blue Jays center fielder Nathan Lukes (38)© Nick Turchiaro-Imagn Images "Blue Jays have optioned OF Will Robertson and LHP Justin Bruihl. OF Nathan Lukes and RHP Nick Sandlin are up," he reported. Bruihl has just two big-league appearances this season, while Robertson is 1-for-10 with one RBI, one walk, and one hit by pitch since his MLB debut on Sunday. Lukes is slashing .267/.360/.392 with four homers and 21 RBI over 49 games, and Sandlin is 0-2 with a 2.25 ERA over 10 appearances. Toronto is 5-5 in its last 10 games and now has a -8 run differential, which ranks fourth in the division. The Yankees are first at +101, followed by the Rays (+65), the Red Sox (+18), the Blue Jays, and the Baltimore Orioles (-76). Advertisement Right-handed pitcher Spencer Turnbull will start for Toronto against White Sox right-hander Grant Taylor on Friday night. Turnbull has tossed 4.1 innings this year, while Taylor has four. The game will start at 7:07 p.m. EST at the Rogers Centre. Related: Vladimir Guerrero Jr. Makes Strong Bo Bichette Statement After Blue Jays Game Related: Blue Jays' John Schneider Announces Myles Straw News Before Diamondbacks Game This story was originally reported by Athlon Sports on Jun 20, 2025, where it first appeared.
CTV News
19 hours ago
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- CTV News
Nathan Lukes taken off seven-day injured list and inserted into Blue Jays lineup
Toronto Blue Jays right-fielder Nathan Lukes (38), middle right, is looked at by a trainer after a collision with teammate second baseman Ernie Clement (22) during the sixth inning of a baseball game against the Minnesota Twins, Sunday, June 8, 2025, in Minneapolis. (AP Photo/Abbie Parr) TORONTO — Nathan Lukes was reinstated from Toronto's seven-day injured list on Friday and was immediately inserted into the Blue Jays lineup against the Chicago White Sox. The outfielder was out with a concussion and his addition to Toronto's batting order delayed the announcement of the Blue Jays' lineup by about 30 minutes. Lukes was pencilled in to hit seventh and play left field. Right-handed pitcher Nick Sandlin (right lat strain) was reinstated from Toronto's 15-day injured list and was also available to pitch against Chicago. Lefty Justin Bruihl and outfielder Will Robertson were optioned to triple-A Buffalo in corresponding moves. Right-handed starting pitcher Max Scherzer (thumb) had a bullpen session scheduled for Saturday. It appears that the surefire Hall of Famer will likely start against the Cleveland Guardians at some point next week. This report by The Canadian Press was first published June 20, 2025.
National Post
20 hours ago
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- National Post
Blue Jays make pair of minor moves fully aware bigger decisions await
Article content The Blue Jays added depth to their outfield, while bolstering their bullpen in what must be viewed as the beginning for some kind of major move to be engineered down the road. Article content So much of what will be done to cement the Jays as playoff contenders is all dependent on health. Article content Article content Health was the reason why Nathan Lukes and reliever Nick Sandlin were unavailable, but each is back after being reinstated from the injured list Friday. Article content Both were active for Friday night's series opener against the visiting Chicago White Sox. Article content The bigger picture involves the July 31 trade deadline and how the Blue Jays are positioned in the weeks leading up to a time when a deal of consequence might be enough to push the team over the line. Article content With Lukes back, the team's outfield becomes a bit crowded. Article content With Sandlin's return, it could spell the end for Chad Green, who has not acquitted himself when called upon. Article content Veteran reliever Erik Swanson was DFA'd by the club, a move many had expected given his struggles. Article content It's an interesting time for the Blue Jays, who have played well, with the interest surrounding the ball club only to intensify as they remain in the hunt for a wild-card spot with hopes of catching the AL-leading New York Yankees, who have slipped a bit atop their perch. Article content The Bronx Bombers will be in town later in the month with a return visit to Rogers Centre on tap next month. Article content Article content Of all the moves GM Ross Atkins made this past off-season, Sandlin's acquisition from Cleveland flew under the radar. Article content Article content When he was healthy and able to pitch, Sandlin did well. Article content One can quibble with the signing of Anthony Santander (shoulder), but no one was complaining when the Jays acquired a power bat to address the team's glaring need for a thumper. Article content Lukes has been a pleasant surprise. Article content To make room for Lukes and Sandlin, the Jays optioned outfielder Will Robertson and LHP Justin Bruihl. Article content Once Daulton Varsho returns from his hamstring injury, making room for him will not be an issue. Article content Another injured player expected to back sooner than later is reliever Yimi Garcia. Article content As for Bowden Francis, the struggling starter had a cortisone injection and isn't expected to throw for a few days. Article content Perhaps the biggest domino is veteran starter Max Scherzer, who hurt his thumb in his Blue Jays debut way back in the season-series opener against the visiting Baltimore Orioles. Article content In terms of progress, it's been going well for the right-hander, but until he's on the mound in a big-league game no one is sure what the future holds. Article content Scherzer is scheduled to throw a bullpen session Saturday. Article content Article content Article content
Global News
a day ago
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- Global News
Lukes taken off IL and inserted into Jays lineup
See more sharing options Send this page to someone via email Share this item on Twitter Share this item via WhatsApp Share this item on Facebook TORONTO – Nathan Lukes was reinstated from Toronto's seven-day injured list on Friday and was immediately inserted into the Blue Jays lineup against the Chicago White Sox. The outfielder was out with a concussion and his addition to Toronto's batting order delayed the announcement of the Blue Jays' lineup by about 30 minutes. Story continues below advertisement Lukes was pencilled in to hit seventh and play left field. Get breaking National news For news impacting Canada and around the world, sign up for breaking news alerts delivered directly to you when they happen. Sign up for breaking National newsletter Sign Up By providing your email address, you have read and agree to Global News' Terms and Conditions and Privacy Policy Right-handed pitcher Nick Sandlin (right lat strain) was reinstated from Toronto's 15-day injured list and was also available to pitch against Chicago. Lefty Justin Bruihl and outfielder Will Robertson were optioned to triple-A Buffalo in corresponding moves. Right-handed starting pitcher Max Scherzer (thumb) had a bullpen session scheduled for Saturday. It appears that the surefire Hall of Famer will likely start against the Cleveland Guardians at some point next week. This report by The Canadian Press was first published June 20, 2025.
Yahoo
4 days ago
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Blue Jays Make Unfortunate Announcement Before Cardinals Game
Blue Jays Make Unfortunate Announcement Before Cardinals Game originally appeared on Athlon Sports. The Toronto Blue Jays are playing their best baseball of the season. They're not only 8-2 in their last 10 games, but they're tied with the Tampa Bay Rays for second place in the AL East. Advertisement Toronto's been clutch recently, as four of its last five wins were by two runs or less. Its latest close victory was on Monday, when it beat the St. Louis Cardinals 5-4 in 10 innings on the road. The Blue Jays could move into sole possession of second place with another win over the Cardinals on Tuesday, but they'll have to do it shorthanded, via their social media. Toronto Blue Jays center fielder Nathan Lukes (38)© Nick Turchiaro-Imagn Images "UPDATE: OF Nathan Lukes was removed from tonight's starting lineup with neck discomfort," they announced. Alan Roden, Myles Straw, and Jonatan Clase will man the outfield from right to left and will hit in the bottom three spots of the order, respectively. Straw replaced Lukes in the lineup. Lukes is slashing .267/.360/.392 with four homers and 21 RBI through 49 games this season after playing just 51 combined contests in his first two campaigns. The 30-year-old owns a career slash line of .270/.355/.401 with five homers and 33 RBI over 100 games. Advertisement Right-handed pitcher Chris Bassitt (6-3, 3.56 ERA) will start on Tuesday for Toronto, while fellow right-hander Miles Mikolas (4-2, 3.96 ERA) will start for St. Louis. The Blue Jays will continue their road trip vs. the Philadelphia Phillies on Friday before hosting the Arizona Diamondbacks and Chicago White Sox. After that, they'll hit the road again to face the Cleveland Guardians and Boston Red Sox. Related: Phillies' Rob Thomson Announces J.T. Realmuto News After Blue Jays Game Related: Blue Jays Reporter Opens Up About Vladimir Guerrero Jr., Shohei Ohtani in New Book This story was originally reported by Athlon Sports on Jun 10, 2025, where it first appeared.
