http://mlb.mlb.com TOR Homepage News Sat, 18 May 2013 04:32:46 EDT http://mlb.mlb.com/news/article.jsp?ymd=20130517&content_id=47823022&notebook_id=47823154&vkey=notebook_tor&c_id=tor Fri, 17 May 2013 20:35:32 EDT http://mlb.mlb.com/news/article.jsp?ymd=20130517&content_id=47823022&notebook_id=47823154&vkey=notebook_tor&c_id=tor Jose Reyes rejoined his teammates in New York on Friday night as he continues to rehab a severe left ankle sprain. Toronto's shortstop has been out of action since sustaining the injury while stealing second base on April 12 in Kansas City. He recently had a walking boot removed and has begun the slow process of regaining strength in the area. Gregor Chisholm http://mlb.mlb.com/news/article.jsp?ymd=20130517&content_id=47823022&notebook_id=47823152&vkey=notebook_tor&c_id=tor Fri, 17 May 2013 20:35:29 EDT http://mlb.mlb.com/news/article.jsp?ymd=20130517&content_id=47823022&notebook_id=47823152&vkey=notebook_tor&c_id=tor Super utility man Emilio Bonifacio is making the most out of his opportunity to receive more playing time. Blue Jays manager John Gibbons recently made a decision to give Bonifacio an extended look after previously only using him sporadically during April. Gregor Chisholm http://mlb.mlb.com/news/article.jsp?ymd=20130517&content_id=47823022&notebook_id=47823150&vkey=notebook_tor&c_id=tor Fri, 17 May 2013 20:35:26 EDT http://mlb.mlb.com/news/article.jsp?ymd=20130517&content_id=47823022&notebook_id=47823150&vkey=notebook_tor&c_id=tor Right-hander Dustin McGowan is one step closer to making a possible return to the Major Leagues after he received a promotion to Triple-A Buffalo on Friday afternoon. McGowan is currently on a rehab assignment after undergoing yet another shoulder surgery last year. Gregor Chisholm http://mlb.mlb.com/mlb/gameday/index.jsp?gid=2013_05_18_tormlb_nyamlb_1&mode=preview&vkey=preview_web_away&c_id=tor Fri, 17 May 2013 23:16:40 EDT http://mlb.mlb.com/mlb/gameday/index.jsp?gid=2013_05_18_tormlb_nyamlb_1&mode=preview&vkey=preview_web_away&c_id=tor With it being nearly two weeks since he last took the hill, Blue Jays right-hander Brandon Morrow is ready to make his eighth start of the season on Saturday against the Yankees in the Bronx. Scratched twice because of soreness in his upper back and neck, Morrow and the team now feel he is healthy enough to make the start. The Yankees will counter with David Phelps. Quinn Roberts http://mlb.mlb.com/news/article.jsp?ymd=20130517&content_id=47814610&vkey=news_tor&c_id=tor Fri, 17 May 2013 19:24:22 EDT http://mlb.mlb.com/news/article.jsp?ymd=20130517&content_id=47814610&vkey=news_tor&c_id=tor Jose Bautista and Edwin Encarnacion mixed business and pleasure Friday, when they brought their home run stroke to the Golf Club at Chelsea Piers. The two Blue Jays, clad in full uniform, sprayed golf balls and baseballs all over the place. Spencer Fordin http://mlb.mlb.com/mlb/gameday/index.jsp?gid=2013_05_17_tormlb_nyamlb_1&mode=recap_away&c_id=tor Sat, 18 May 2013 00:12:11 EDT http://mlb.mlb.com/mlb/gameday/index.jsp?gid=2013_05_17_tormlb_nyamlb_1&mode=recap_away&c_id=tor The Blue Jays have yet to find a way to solve Hiroki Kuroda, as they managed to record just two hits over eight innings against the Yankees' right-hander in a 5-0 loss on Friday night at Yankee Stadium. Gregor Chisholm http://mlb.mlb.com/news/article.jsp?ymd=20130516&content_id=47714198&vkey=news_tor&c_id=tor Thu, 16 May 2013 14:01:24 EDT http://mlb.mlb.com/news/article.jsp?ymd=20130516&content_id=47714198&vkey=news_tor&c_id=tor Toronto just reached the quarter mark of the season, and while the club is 8 1/2 games back in the American League East, there are suddenly signs for optimism. Gregor Chisholm http://mlb.mlb.com/mlb/gameday/index.jsp?gid=2013_05_15_sfnmlb_tormlb_1&mode=recap_home&c_id=tor Thu, 16 May 2013 00:08:15 EDT http://mlb.mlb.com/mlb/gameday/index.jsp?gid=2013_05_15_sfnmlb_tormlb_1&mode=recap_home&c_id=tor With Melky Cabrera, Jose Bautista and Edwin Encarnacion atop the lineup the last four games, the Blue Jays have scored 36 runs, and Wednesday they won their fourth straight by defeating the Giants, 11-3, at Rogers Centre. Evan Peaslee http://mlb.mlb.com/news/article.jsp?ymd=20130515&content_id=47647708&notebook_id=47649060&vkey=notebook_tor&c_id=tor Wed, 15 May 2013 19:35:05 EDT http://mlb.mlb.com/news/article.jsp?ymd=20130515&content_id=47647708&notebook_id=47649060&vkey=notebook_tor&c_id=tor Blue Jays manager John Gibbons wasted no time in putting Melky Cabrera back in the lineup for Wednesday's game despite some lingering leg soreness. Evan Peaslee http://mlb.mlb.com/news/article.jsp?ymd=20130515&content_id=47647708&notebook_id=47648308&vkey=notebook_tor&c_id=tor Wed, 15 May 2013 19:33:07 EDT http://mlb.mlb.com/news/article.jsp?ymd=20130515&content_id=47647708&notebook_id=47648308&vkey=notebook_tor&c_id=tor As much as it's a cliche, the Blue Jays are just taking things one game at a time to try to make up ground on the hole that they've dug themselves into early. Evan Peaslee http://mlb.mlb.com/news/article.jsp?ymd=20130515&content_id=47647708&notebook_id=47647712&vkey=notebook_tor&c_id=tor Wed, 15 May 2013 19:22:57 EDT http://mlb.mlb.com/news/article.jsp?ymd=20130515&content_id=47647708&notebook_id=47647712&vkey=notebook_tor&c_id=tor With J.A. Happ and Josh Johnson injured and Ricky Romero unable to find the strike zone consistently, Toronto has turned to veteran Ramon Ortiz and youngster Chad Jenkins to take the reins temporarily. Evan Peaslee http://mlb.mlb.com/mlb/gameday/index.jsp?gid=2013_05_14_sfnmlb_tormlb_1&mode=recap_home&c_id=tor Wed, 15 May 2013 00:29:03 EDT http://mlb.mlb.com/mlb/gameday/index.jsp?gid=2013_05_14_sfnmlb_tormlb_1&mode=recap_home&c_id=tor Melky Cabrera reached base in every at-bat, going 4-for-5 with two runs and two RBIs, while R.A. Dickey pitched like an ace as the Blue Jays defeated the Giants, 10-6, Tuesday at Rogers Centre. Evan Peaslee http://mlb.mlb.com/news/article.jsp?ymd=20130514&content_id=47528906&notebook_id=47534138&vkey=notebook_tor&c_id=tor Tue, 14 May 2013 20:59:40 EDT http://mlb.mlb.com/news/article.jsp?ymd=20130514&content_id=47528906&notebook_id=47534138&vkey=notebook_tor&c_id=tor The excitement and passion surrounding the Maple Leafs' playoff run is something that the Blue Jays players hope they'll get to experience if they can get themselves into a race for a postseason berth late in the season. Evan Peaslee http://mlb.mlb.com/news/article.jsp?ymd=20130514&content_id=47528906&notebook_id=47533718&vkey=notebook_tor&c_id=tor Tue, 14 May 2013 20:57:45 EDT http://mlb.mlb.com/news/article.jsp?ymd=20130514&content_id=47528906&notebook_id=47533718&vkey=notebook_tor&c_id=tor Brandon Morrow's next start will once again be pushed back a few more days. Morrow, who's been dealing with some tightness in his back and neck, is now slated to pitch Saturday against the Yankees in the Bronx. Evan Peaslee http://mlb.mlb.com/news/article.jsp?ymd=20130514&content_id=47528906&notebook_id=47533326&vkey=notebook_tor&c_id=tor Tue, 14 May 2013 20:55:09 EDT http://mlb.mlb.com/news/article.jsp?ymd=20130514&content_id=47528906&notebook_id=47533326&vkey=notebook_tor&c_id=tor Sergio Santos will have surgery on his ailing right elbow by the end of the week. Santos, who's been on the disabled list since April 14, will have surgery to clean up some loose bodies and bone spurs in the throwing arm. Evan Peaslee http://mlb.mlb.com/news/article.jsp?ymd=20130514&content_id=47528906&notebook_id=47532786&vkey=notebook_tor&c_id=tor Tue, 14 May 2013 20:51:34 EDT http://mlb.mlb.com/news/article.jsp?ymd=20130514&content_id=47528906&notebook_id=47532786&vkey=notebook_tor&c_id=tor Tuesday's designated hitter, Melky Cabrera, will undergo a MRI on Wednesday. The 28-year-old has been dealing with leg soreness in his hamstrings, and the team has decided to evaluate further if there's anything to be concerned about. Evan Peaslee http://mlb.mlb.com/news/article.jsp?ymd=20130514&content_id=47528906&notebook_id=47531620&vkey=notebook_tor&c_id=tor Tue, 14 May 2013 20:47:54 EDT http://mlb.mlb.com/news/article.jsp?ymd=20130514&content_id=47528906&notebook_id=47531620&vkey=notebook_tor&c_id=tor J.A. Happ, who has been on the disabled list since taking a ball to the head in Tampa Bay on May 7, is "moving in the right direction," according to general manager Alex Anthopoulos. Evan Peaslee http://mlb.mlb.com/news/article.jsp?ymd=20130514&content_id=47518472&vkey=news_tor&c_id=tor Wed, 15 May 2013 01:10:02 EDT http://mlb.mlb.com/news/article.jsp?ymd=20130514&content_id=47518472&vkey=news_tor&c_id=tor A day Melky Cabrera will likely never forget came with little fanfare at Rogers Centre on Tuesday. The Blue Jays left fielder was presented with a World Series ring from Giants manager Bruce Bochy for his contributions to San Francisco's 2012 championship team. Chris Toman http://mlb.mlb.com/news/article.jsp?ymd=20130514&content_id=47479042&vkey=news_tor&c_id=tor Tue, 14 May 2013 03:08:47 EDT http://mlb.mlb.com/news/article.jsp?ymd=20130514&content_id=47479042&vkey=news_tor&c_id=tor The Blue Jays welcomed an estimated 1,000 VIP guests to Rogers Centre on Monday night for an annual charitable event, The Curve Ball, which helps raise money to remove barriers in sport and education for children and youth in under-resourced communities across Canada. Chris Toman http://mlb.mlb.com/news/article.jsp?ymd=20130514&content_id=47473314&vkey=news_tor&c_id=tor Tue, 14 May 2013 11:17:02 EDT http://mlb.mlb.com/news/article.jsp?ymd=20130514&content_id=47473314&vkey=news_tor&c_id=tor Sitting nine games under .500 and 9 1/2 games out of first place after just 39 games, the Blue Jays have seriously underperformed. And while president and CEO Paul Beeston is concerned about the club's slow start, he remains confident about the prospects for reaching the postseason. Chris Toman http://mlb.mlb.com/mlb/gameday/index.jsp?gid=2013_05_12_tormlb_bosmlb_1&mode=recap_away&c_id=tor Sun, 12 May 2013 18:59:33 EDT http://mlb.mlb.com/mlb/gameday/index.jsp?gid=2013_05_12_tormlb_bosmlb_1&mode=recap_away&c_id=tor The Blue Jays matched their season high with five homers and right-hander Chad Jenkins pitched five strong innings in a 12-4 victory over the Red Sox on Sunday afternoon at Fenway Park. Gregor Chisholm http://mlb.mlb.com/news/article.jsp?ymd=20130512&content_id=47315124&notebook_id=47315152&vkey=notebook_tor&c_id=tor Sun, 12 May 2013 11:11:50 EDT http://mlb.mlb.com/news/article.jsp?ymd=20130512&content_id=47315124&notebook_id=47315152&vkey=notebook_tor&c_id=tor Though Melky Cabrera has yet to miss a game this season, he continues to be plagued by hamstring issues in both of his legs. Cabrera has been able to remain on the field but clearly has been affected by the nagging injuries. His range in left has been limited, and his ability to run the bases has been well below average. Gregor Chisholm http://mlb.mlb.com/news/article.jsp?ymd=20130512&content_id=47315124&notebook_id=47315150&vkey=notebook_tor&c_id=tor Sun, 12 May 2013 11:11:35 EDT http://mlb.mlb.com/news/article.jsp?ymd=20130512&content_id=47315124&notebook_id=47315150&vkey=notebook_tor&c_id=tor Ricky Romero's stint with Triple-A Buffalo has gotten off to a rough start. Toronto's former ace made his debut with the Bisons on Saturday and saw his prolonged struggles on the mound continue. He surrendered six runs on 10 hits while walking five in 3 2/3 innings. Gregor Chisholm http://mlb.mlb.com/news/article.jsp?ymd=20130512&content_id=47315124&notebook_id=47315148&vkey=notebook_tor&c_id=tor Sun, 12 May 2013 11:10:56 EDT http://mlb.mlb.com/news/article.jsp?ymd=20130512&content_id=47315124&notebook_id=47315148&vkey=notebook_tor&c_id=tor Several Blue Jays donned pink for Sunday's game against the Red Sox as a way to celebrate Mother's Day, with J.P. Arencibia, Jose Bautista, Emilio Bonifacio, Adam Lind and Melky Cabrera among those wearing pink sweatbands and/or batting gloves to promote breast cancer awareness. Gregor Chisholm http://mlb.mlb.com/news/article.jsp?ymd=20130511&content_id=47226752&notebook_id=47229464&vkey=notebook_tor&c_id=tor Sat, 11 May 2013 13:04:04 EDT http://mlb.mlb.com/news/article.jsp?ymd=20130511&content_id=47226752&notebook_id=47229464&vkey=notebook_tor&c_id=tor Blue Jays right-hander Brandon Morrow has been scratched from Sunday afternoon's start against Boston and will be replaced by Chad Jenkins. Jenkins was recalled from Double-A New Hampshire on Saturday morning after outfielder Rajai Davis was placed on the 15-day disabled list with a strained left oblique muscle. Gregor Chisholm http://mlb.mlb.com/news/article.jsp?ymd=20130511&content_id=47226752&notebook_id=47229362&vkey=notebook_tor&c_id=tor Sat, 11 May 2013 13:03:35 EDT http://mlb.mlb.com/news/article.jsp?ymd=20130511&content_id=47226752&notebook_id=47229362&vkey=notebook_tor&c_id=tor The Blue Jays never could have envisioned just how important right-hander Steve Delabar would become to their bullpen following last year's midseason trade with Seattle. Gregor Chisholm http://mlb.mlb.com/mlb/gameday/index.jsp?gid=2013_05_11_tormlb_bosmlb_1&mode=recap_away&c_id=tor Sat, 11 May 2013 19:30:00 EDT http://mlb.mlb.com/mlb/gameday/index.jsp?gid=2013_05_11_tormlb_bosmlb_1&mode=recap_away&c_id=tor Mark Buehrle allowed just one run over seven-plus innings and Adam Lind hit a go-ahead solo homer in the top of the ninth inning, as the Blue Jays beat the Red Sox, 3-2, on Saturday afternoon at Fenway Park. Gregor Chisholm http://mlb.mlb.com/news/article.jsp?ymd=20130509&content_id=47067236&vkey=news_tor&c_id=tor Fri, 10 May 2013 10:00:00 EDT http://mlb.mlb.com/news/article.jsp?ymd=20130509&content_id=47067236&vkey=news_tor&c_id=tor It's the little things that count. That's just a small part of what makes mothers so special, and that's no different for Major League players. Blue Jays teammates J.P. Arencibia, Brett Lawrie and Casey Janssen all gushed about how special their mothers are, and the one constant among them was the little things. Evan Peaslee