Journeyman Ruiz won't stop believing
(Tue, 16 Mar 2010 12:00:00 EDT)
At 32 years old, Randy Ruiz is finally in a prime position to open a season in the big leagues -- an opportunity the Jays have given his this spring.

Marcum takes role of veteran on Jays' staff
(Tue, 16 Mar 2010 16:50:00 EDT)
On Tuesday afternoon, Shaun Marcum, whose current schedule is aligned with a possible Opening Day start, took the mound at the Bobby Mattick Training Center for an appearance in a Minor League game.

Dopirak, Emaus supply Jays' offense
(Mon, 15 Mar 2010 16:29:00 EDT)
Toronto held a slim lead heading into the bottom of the eighth, but Detroit rallied for four runs to top the Jays, 10-7, on Monday. Brian Dopirak homered for the first time this spring.

Rzepczynski holds edge for fifth spot
(Mon, 15 Mar 2010 18:35:00 EDT)
On Monday at Joker Marchant Stadium, Marc Rzepczynski and Brett Cecil both made appearances for the Jays in a 10-7 loss to the Tigers, but little changed with respect to their place in the rotation battle.

Carlson nursing sore left knee
(Mon, 15 Mar 2010 17:11:00 EDT)
Blue Jays left-handed reliever Jesse Carlson indicated that he is currently nursing a sore left knee, which has kept him off a mound for much of the past week.

Lind no longer looking over shoulder
(Sun, 14 Mar 2010 19:15:00 EDT)
There were times last season when Adam Lind felt he could be sent back to the Minors, but after crushing AL pitching all year, the Jays slugger has more important things to think about.

Hechavarria nearing deal with Toronto
(Sun, 14 Mar 2010 18:11:00 EDT)
Blue Jays general manager Alex Anthopoulos' search for a long-term solution at shortstop may be nearing an end. On Sunday, a report indicated that Toronto was nearing a deal worth $10 million to sign Cuban shortstop Adeinis Hechavarria.

Morrow not as sharp in second start
(Sun, 14 Mar 2010 15:55:00 EDT)
After tossing two scoreless innings in his first spring outing, Brandon Morrow struggled Sunday against the Braves, yielding four runs on six hits over three frames in an 8-5 loss.

McGowan throws simulated game
(Sun, 14 Mar 2010 13:30:00 EDT)
Dustin McGowan has said that he only knows one way to pitch: all-out. That can sometimes lead to frustration for the Blue Jays starter, who is working his way through a conservative program in his comeback from a right shoulder injury.

Romero feeling more confident this spring
(Sat, 13 Mar 2010 18:53:00 EDT)
Not so long ago, days like Saturday used to rattle the young Ricky Romero. But a strong 2009 Spring Training, followed by a promising rookie season, has led to a new mentality for the Blue Jays' 25-year-old left-hander this spring.

Eveland's attitude is newly adjusted
(Sat, 13 Mar 2010 17:53:00 EDT)
Blue Jays left-hander Dana Eveland admits he had a big problem when he first came up to the big leagues: He was always looking over his shoulder, waiting to be sent to the Minors.

Romero sharp as Blue Jays blank Braves
(Sat, 13 Mar 2010 15:39:00 EDT)
The Blue Jays plated three runs against righty Tim Hudson on Saturday in coasting to a 3-0 win over the Braves in Lake Buena Vista, Fla. Ricky Romero threw four scoreless frames.

Speedy Gathright seeks spot with Jays
(Fri, 12 Mar 2010 16:28:00 EDT)
Thanks to his speed and ability to play multiple outfield positions, Joey Gathright has a solid shot at making the Blue Jays' Opening Day roster with a good showing this spring.

Drabek sent down, but Jays expect him back
(Fri, 12 Mar 2010 15:26:00 EDT)
On Friday, the locker that had contained Kyle Drabek's belongings had been cleaned out and his nameplate had been removed. He was among a group sent to Minor League camp, but manager Cito Gaston said the move shouldn't have come as a surprise.

Jays-Astros game canceled due to rain
(Fri, 12 Mar 2010 14:43:00 EDT)
Optimism finally gave in to reality, and Toronto was forced to cancel Friday's contest with Houston due to the inclement weather. It was one of seven games wiped out by rain across Florida.

UMPS CARE launches 2010 auction
(Fri, 12 Mar 2010 12:25:00 EDT)
The continuation of UMPS CARE's efforts, like any charitable endeavor, relies heavily on fundraising. One of their most successful endeavors has been the UMPS CARE online auction, which returns for its second year and will begin on Friday morning, March 12 and run through March 22.

Marcum could start Opening Day
(Thu, 11 Mar 2010 18:35:00 EDT)
Shaun Marcum has not grabbed a calendar to see if his schedule is aligned with an Opening Day start. The reality, though, is that Marcum is in line to be Toronto's Opening Day starter on April 5 if he remains on a typical five-day program. That said, the schedule can always be altered.

Wisdom part of McDonald's game
(Thu, 11 Mar 2010 17:40:00 EDT)
Usually, John McDonald's uniform is caked with dirt after one of the infielder's highlight-reel plays on defense. It is part of McDonald's style and approach to the game, an all-out brand that has made him a fan favorite north of the border.

Marcum progresses vs. Rays
(Thu, 11 Mar 2010 16:50:00 EDT)
In the Blue Jays' 4-1 loss to a split Rays squad on Thursday, Toronto starter Shaun Marcum surrendered just one hit across three innings, striking out two.

Drabek looking forward to future with Jays
(Wed, 10 Mar 2010 18:33:00 EDT)
Kyle Drabek has been talking to his dad a lot these days. And why not? Drabek has a former Cy Young Award winner as a resource and the youngster has faced many new challenges since the Blue Jays acquired him from the Phillies over the winter.

Bautista continues hot spring for Jays
(Wed, 10 Mar 2010 15:53:00 EDT)
Jose Bautista homered and had two hits, and Kyle Drabek made an impressive spring debut, but the Blue Jays fell to the Phillis, 4-2, on Wednesday.