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National Post
3 hours ago
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- National Post
Time for Blue Jays to load up at trade deadline: 'We've put ourselves in position'
In what has suddenly been a 12-year major league career, George Springer has seen it all at the flashpoint moment that is baseball's trade deadline. Article content He's seen the Houston Astros attempt to load up for a run at a championship run like they did in 2017, a triumphant season in which the now Blue Jays outfielder/ designated hitter was named World Series MVP. Article content Article content He's seen teams add bit pieces and he's seen other organizations clean house, like the Jays did to some degree on their way to a last-place season just a year ago. Article content And he's seen clubhouses adapt to the changing faces and chemistry that comes along with the pursuit of even bigger goals. Article content 'I think you just keep playing and you keep doing what you need to do,' Springer said in an interview with the Toronto Sun this week, when asked about the mix of anxiety and excitement that builds as the deadline nears. 'You go to war with the guys that are in the locker room every day. And honestly? Whatever happens, happens. Article content 'I can't speak for how anybody else feels, but for me it's just about the guys who are here now and we'll see what happens.' Article content That said, Springer doesn't have his head in the sand. He can read the standing as closely as the next guy. He can feel the buzz building in the city, country and throughout Major League Baseball. And he knows that the Jays have earned the status of pushing general manager Ross Atkins to be an aggressive buyer as next Thursday's deadline rapidly approaches. Article content 'I just think it's cool that we've put ourselves in that position where other people talk about us,' Springer said. 'I know it's not something that's talked about in here. I think guys love each other in here and what we've done so far. I guess (trade deadline talk) is just a byproduct of a lot of hard work and the good things that have come.' Article content When a team keeps winning like the Jays have – now 6-1 out of the All Star break after Thursday's big 11-4 victory over the Tigers in Detroit — it's easy to get excited about the possibilities. Article content 'It's on everybody's mind a little bit,' Jays shortstop Bo Bichette acknowledged during the Yankees series in Toronto earlier in the week. 'We've put ourselves in a position where we think that there should be things done to help us. Article content 'At the same time I think we're so confident in everybody in that room, honestly, that whatever happens we'll continue to come here and just try to win.' Article content Underlying the comments of Springer and Bichette is the expectation in a clubhouse of seeing the front office go if not all in, making additions that will enhance the potential associated with having the best record in the American League (61-42) on Friday. Article content If the Jays are to cement that status and parlay it into some post season success, there are roster needs, starting with a beefing up of the bullpen, especially with the uncertainty around Yimi Garcia's status. Starting depth has to be on Atkins' radar as does an impact bat to further add to the already dynamic Toronto offence.
Yahoo
5 days ago
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- Yahoo
George Springer's solo homer (17)
George Springer belts a solo home run to left field in the bottom of the 5th inning to give the Blue Jays a 4-2 lead
Al Arabiya
5 days ago
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- Al Arabiya
Blue jays beat giants 8-6, complete series sweep and match franchise record of 10 straight home wins
Addison Barger hit a two-run home run, Vladimir Guerrero Jr. and George Springer added solo shots, and the Toronto Blue Jays beat the San Francisco Giants 8-6 on Sunday to complete a three-game sweep and match a franchise record with their 10th consecutive home win. Toronto also won 10 straight at home July 21–August 3, 1985. Toronto's current streak began with a four-game series sweep of the Yankees from June 30 to July 3, overtaking New York for the AL East lead. The Blue Jays followed that with a three-game sweep of the Los Angeles Angels. The Yankees and Blue Jays open a three-game series in Toronto on Monday. Since a three-game sweep of San Diego in late May, the Blue Jays have won 22 of 26 at home. Guerrero reached base three times and drove in two as Toronto improved to 12-3 in July. The series sweep was their eighth of the season. Toronto's José Berríos (6-4) allowed four runs and eight hits in 5 2/3 innings and won for the fourth time in six starts. Yariel Rodríguez finished for his second save in three chances. Springer's homer was his team-leading 17th. Barger's was his 14th. Guerrero erased a 1-0 deficit with a 420-foot drive off Robbie Ray in the first inning, his 13th. Ray (9-4) allowed five runs and five hits in 4 1/3 innings. The left-hander matched a season-high with five walks. San Francisco's Matt Chapman had two hits including a two-run homer, his 13th. Key moment: Barger hit a second-deck drive off Spencer Bivens in the fifth, a four-run inning that began with Springer connecting off former Toronto teammate Ray. Key stat: The Blue Jays are 21-7 when they hit two or more homers. Giants: RHP Hayden Birdsong (4-3, 4.11 ERA) is scheduled to start at Atlanta on Monday against Braves RHP Bryce Elder (3-6, 5.65). Blue Jays: RHP Kevin Gausman (6-7, 4.19 ERA) is scheduled to start Monday against Yankees LHP Carlos Rodon (10-6, 3.08).
Yahoo
10-07-2025
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- Yahoo
Blue Jays' George Springer continues to crush Yankees with 2nd home run
The post Blue Jays' George Springer continues to crush Yankees with 2nd home run appeared first on ClutchPoints. George Springer had a marvelous night during Thursday's matchup between the Toronto Blue Jays and New York Yankees. Advertisement Going into the contest, the Blue Jays rolled with a four-game winning streak. On the other hand, the Yankees lost three straight games as they needed a win to get themselves back on track. With Thursday's contest being the series finale between the two sides, it would make sense for them to try to end it on a positive note. This was where Springer entered the picture. In the bottom of the eighth inning, he blasted a two-run homer to left center field, his second of the night. How George Springer, Blue Jays played against Yankees John E. Sokolowski-Imagn Images The Yankees were unable to contain the production of George Springer, who helped the Blue Jays complete the sweep with an 8-5 win on Thursday night. Advertisement Springer had a fantastic series against New York, as Bob Nightengale showed. The designated hitter went 8-for-14 in his total at-bats, racking up four home runs and 11 RBI. Toronto's offense was active throughout the night. They landed 11 hits in their 34 at-bats, including three total homers. Two of them came from Springer, as he drove in four runs. The Blue Jays' bullpen did a solid job in limiting the Yankees' offense, having them go scoreless in six innings. Chris Bassitt earned the win on the team's behalf, playing in 5.2 innings as he struck out nine batters while allowing eight hits and three runs. Toronto improved to a 49-38 record on the season, possessing the top spot of the AL East Division standings. They are one game above the Yankees and Tampa Bay Rays. Advertisement Rolling with five straight wins, the Blue Jays will look forward to their next series, remaining at home. They host the Los Angeles Angels as Game 1 will take place on July 4 at 7:07 p.m. ET. Related: Blue Jays get massive Bo Bichette injury update Related: 3 Blue Jays' prospects who must be untouchable in trade talks
