http://mlb.mlb.com/news/index.jsp?c_id=tor&partnerId=rss_tor Toronto Blue Jays News http://mlb.mlb.com/news/article.jsp?ymd=20091121&content_id=7698220&vkey=news_tor&fext=.jsp&c_id=tor&partnerId=rss_tor Sat, 21 Nov 2009 14:14:00 EDT http://mlb.mlb.com/news/article.jsp?ymd=20091121&content_id=7698220&vkey=news_tor&fext=.jsp&c_id=tor&partnerId=rss_tor Doc not interested in re-signing with Jays The future of the Blue Jays is not likely to include Roy Halladay. Once his contract expires after the 2010 season, the ace pitcher is reportedly not interested in re-signing with the only organization he has known. Jordan Bastian http://mlb.mlb.com/news/article.jsp?ymd=20091120&content_id=7696544&vkey=news_tor&fext=.jsp&c_id=tor&partnerId=rss_tor Fri, 20 Nov 2009 19:31:00 EDT http://mlb.mlb.com/news/article.jsp?ymd=20091120&content_id=7696544&vkey=news_tor&fext=.jsp&c_id=tor&partnerId=rss_tor 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. Jordan Bastian http://mlb.mlb.com/news/article.jsp?ymd=20091120&content_id=7694168&vkey=news_tor&fext=.jsp&c_id=tor&partnerId=rss_tor Fri, 20 Nov 2009 14:07:00 EDT http://mlb.mlb.com/news/article.jsp?ymd=20091120&content_id=7694168&vkey=news_tor&fext=.jsp&c_id=tor&partnerId=rss_tor 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. Jordan Bastian http://mlb.mlb.com/news/article.jsp?ymd=20091118&content_id=7685368&vkey=news_tor&fext=.jsp&c_id=tor&partnerId=rss_tor Thu, 19 Nov 2009 00:00:00 EDT http://mlb.mlb.com/news/article.jsp?ymd=20091118&content_id=7685368&vkey=news_tor&fext=.jsp&c_id=tor&partnerId=rss_tor 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. Jordan Bastian http://mlbastian.mlblogs.com/?partnerId=rss_tor Sun, 15 Feb 2009 21:28:30 EDT http://mlbastian.mlblogs.com/?partnerId=rss_tor http://mlb.mlb.com/news/article.jsp?ymd=20091119&content_id=7691216&vkey=news_tor&fext=.jsp&c_id=tor&partnerId=rss_tor Fri, 20 Nov 2009 19:57:00 EDT http://mlb.mlb.com/news/article.jsp?ymd=20091119&content_id=7691216&vkey=news_tor&fext=.jsp&c_id=tor&partnerId=rss_tor 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. Jordan Bastian http://mlb.mlb.com/news/article.jsp?ymd=20091117&content_id=7677580&vkey=news_tor&fext=.jsp&c_id=tor&partnerId=rss_tor Tue, 17 Nov 2009 16:01:00 EDT http://mlb.mlb.com/news/article.jsp?ymd=20091117&content_id=7677580&vkey=news_tor&fext=.jsp&c_id=tor&partnerId=rss_tor 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. Jordan Bastian http://mlb.mlb.com/news/article.jsp?ymd=20091117&content_id=7678110&vkey=news_tor&fext=.jsp&c_id=tor&partnerId=rss_tor Tue, 17 Nov 2009 16:12:00 EDT http://mlb.mlb.com/news/article.jsp?ymd=20091117&content_id=7678110&vkey=news_tor&fext=.jsp&c_id=tor&partnerId=rss_tor 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. Jordan Bastian http://mlb.mlb.com/news/article.jsp?ymd=20091117&content_id=7675666&vkey=news_tor&fext=.jsp&c_id=tor&partnerId=rss_tor Tue, 17 Nov 2009 10:00:00 EDT http://mlb.mlb.com/news/article.jsp?ymd=20091117&content_id=7675666&vkey=news_tor&fext=.jsp&c_id=tor&partnerId=rss_tor 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. Mark Newman http://mlb.mlb.com/news/article.jsp?ymd=20091116&content_id=7674528&vkey=news_tor&fext=.jsp&c_id=tor&partnerId=rss_tor Tue, 17 Nov 2009 14:34:00 EDT http://mlb.mlb.com/news/article.jsp?ymd=20091116&content_id=7674528&vkey=news_tor&fext=.jsp&c_id=tor&partnerId=rss_tor 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. Jordan Bastian http://mlb.mlb.com/news/article.jsp?ymd=20091116&content_id=7671408&vkey=news_tor&fext=.jsp&c_id=tor&partnerId=rss_tor Mon, 16 Nov 2009 12:34:00 EDT http://mlb.mlb.com/news/article.jsp?ymd=20091116&content_id=7671408&vkey=news_tor&fext=.jsp&c_id=tor&partnerId=rss_tor 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. Jordan Bastian http://mlb.mlb.com/news/article.jsp?ymd=20091116&content_id=7672834&vkey=news_tor&fext=.jsp&c_id=tor&partnerId=rss_tor Mon, 16 Nov 2009 15:24:00 EDT http://mlb.mlb.com/news/article.jsp?ymd=20091116&content_id=7672834&vkey=news_tor&fext=.jsp&c_id=tor&partnerId=rss_tor 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. Jordan Bastian http://mlb.mlb.com/news/article.jsp?ymd=20091113&content_id=7663382&vkey=news_tor&fext=.jsp&c_id=tor&partnerId=rss_tor Fri, 13 Nov 2009 15:20:00 EDT http://mlb.mlb.com/news/article.jsp?ymd=20091113&content_id=7663382&vkey=news_tor&fext=.jsp&c_id=tor&partnerId=rss_tor 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. Jordan Bastian http://mlb.mlb.com/news/article.jsp?ymd=20091113&content_id=7663022&vkey=news_tor&fext=.jsp&c_id=tor&partnerId=rss_tor Fri, 13 Nov 2009 13:57:00 EDT http://mlb.mlb.com/news/article.jsp?ymd=20091113&content_id=7663022&vkey=news_tor&fext=.jsp&c_id=tor&partnerId=rss_tor Wells has successful wrist surgery Blue Jays center fielder Vernon Wells underwent surgery to repair cartilage damage in his left wrist on Thursday. Jordan Bastian http://mlb.mlb.com/news/article.jsp?ymd=20091112&content_id=7657968&vkey=news_tor&fext=.jsp&c_id=tor&partnerId=rss_tor Thu, 12 Nov 2009 22:10:00 EDT http://mlb.mlb.com/news/article.jsp?ymd=20091112&content_id=7657968&vkey=news_tor&fext=.jsp&c_id=tor&partnerId=rss_tor Jays have Silver Sluggers at 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. Jordan Bastian http://mlb.mlb.com/news/article.jsp?ymd=20091112&content_id=7657394&vkey=news_tor&fext=.jsp&c_id=tor&partnerId=rss_tor Thu, 12 Nov 2009 12:18:00 EDT http://mlb.mlb.com/news/article.jsp?ymd=20091112&content_id=7657394&vkey=news_tor&fext=.jsp&c_id=tor&partnerId=rss_tor Blue Jays add to scouting department 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. Jordan Bastian http://mlb.mlb.com/news/article.jsp?ymd=20091110&content_id=7649886&vkey=news_tor&fext=.jsp&c_id=tor&partnerId=rss_tor Tue, 10 Nov 2009 19:51:00 EDT http://mlb.mlb.com/news/article.jsp?ymd=20091110&content_id=7649886&vkey=news_tor&fext=.jsp&c_id=tor&partnerId=rss_tor 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. Scott Merkin http://mlb.mlb.com/news/article.jsp?ymd=20091112&content_id=7658056&vkey=news_tor&fext=.jsp&c_id=tor&partnerId=rss_tor Thu, 12 Nov 2009 14:35:00 EDT http://mlb.mlb.com/news/article.jsp?ymd=20091112&content_id=7658056&vkey=news_tor&fext=.jsp&c_id=tor&partnerId=rss_tor 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. Jordan Bastian http://mlb.mlb.com/news/article.jsp?ymd=20091109&content_id=7641112&vkey=news_tor&fext=.jsp&c_id=tor&partnerId=rss_tor Thu, 12 Nov 2009 18:06:00 EDT http://mlb.mlb.com/news/article.jsp?ymd=20091109&content_id=7641112&vkey=news_tor&fext=.jsp&c_id=tor&partnerId=rss_tor 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. Jordan Bastian