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Cleveland hosts Toronto on Sept 3, 2026 with the Guardians as slight favorites (-107) against the Blue Jays (-112) and a total of 8. The preview outlines recent form and starting pitchers Tanner Bibee for Cleveland and Jose Soriano for Toronto, notes Toronto's road struggles and Cleveland's underdog success, and ultimately bets on Cleveland to win (Guardians ML).
Astros outfielder Taylor Trammell thought he’d slugged a long home run against the Blue Jays, rounding the bases only to watch the ball be caught at the wall while his teammates were missing from the dugout; the moment underscored a brutal misplay in a 3-0 loss, though he later rebounded with a three-run homer the following night.
The Minnesota Twins acquired right-hander Jeff Hoffman from the Toronto Blue Jays in exchange for three minor leaguers (Dasan Hill, John Klein, Dameury Pena). Minnesota is covering most of Hoffman's $11MM 2026 salary and a portion of the 2027 salary, with Hoffman slated to take over as the Twins’ closer and bolster the bullpen as Yoendrys Gómez shifts to a setup role.
Minnesota acquired right-hander Jeff Hoffman from Toronto ahead of the MLB trade deadline to strengthen their late-inning relief for a potential postseason run. Toronto receive Dasan Hill, John Klein, Dameury Pena, plus international bonus pool cash, while the Twins take on most of Hoffman's 2026 salary and Toronto covers a portion in 2027. Hoffman's career includes a notorious blown save in Game 7 of the 2025 World Series, but he has generally been a reliable late-innings option and showed improved form in June 2026, suggesting he could be a valuable arm for Minnesota down the stretch.
Houston acquired Daulton Varsho from Toronto for left-hander Spencer Arrighetti, giving the Astros a premier center fielder with a left-handed bat and Gold Glove defense to complement Yordan Alvarez; Arrighetti, 26, is on the injured list with a 4.66 ERA in parts of three MLB seasons and is under team control through 2029, while Toronto adds pitching depth with multi-year control in the deal as part of its deadline retooling; CBS Sports grades the swap B for both clubs, noting Varsho's offensive inconsistency but high defensive floor and the potential to boost Houston's lineup and defensive efficiency.
The Toronto Blue Jays acquire RHP José Soriano from the Los Angeles Angels in exchange for SS Arjun Nimmala and two lower-tier prospects (Eddie Micheletti Jr. and Angel Rivero). Soriano provides a mid-rotation option behind Dylan Cease for the next two years, while the Angels land the Blue Jays’ top prospect, Nimmala, who’s 20 and viewed as a potential long‑term shortstop with upside. Micheletti and Rivero are depth pieces, but the hammer of the deal is Soriano for Nimmala, reshaping both teams’ immediate war chests and prospect trajectories.
Chicago traded minor-leaguers Brett Bateman and Ty Southisene to Toronto for veteran right-hander Kevin Gausman, adding a durable, playoff-tested arm to a Cubs rotation hit hard by injuries. CBS Sports grades the Cubs an A and the Jays a B, calling the return solid for a rental at the trade deadline.
The Cubs designated Jameson Taillon for assignment and have traded him to the Toronto Blue Jays for cash considerations or a player to be named later. Taillon, who signed a four-year, $68 million contract with Chicago before 2023, struggled in 2026 (2-6, 5.92 ERA) and with a hamstring injury, prompting the DFA and subsequent move. Taillon was well-liked in Chicago, and his departure could impact both clubs as he potentially debuts for Toronto soon.
With a disappointing 2026 season and a slim chance at the playoffs, Seattle could imitate the 2021 Atlanta Braves by trading for veteran bats to lift a struggling offense, exploring targets like Otto Lopez and Gleyber Torres and considering moves that echo Toronto's midseason blueprint, in hopes of turning the season around and contending in the AL West.
The Toronto Blue Jays selected the contract of right-hander Chad Dallas, adding him to the active roster, while sending Hayden Juenger to Triple-A Buffalo and designating Tanner Andrews for assignment to clear 40-man space. Dallas, a 26-year-old former prospect who returned from Tommy John surgery this year, has pitched 36 innings for Buffalo with a 4.50 ERA and a 24.1% strikeout rate. With an injury-depleted rotation, the Jays need depth and Dallas could provide bulk innings now, potentially carving out a future relief role before returning to Buffalo.
Blue Jays outfielder Jesús Sánchez left Sunday’s game with a right wrist contusion after a ball thrown from the outfield seats struck him. The fan believed responsible was identified and removed, X-rays showed no fracture, and Sánchez said it was a misunderstanding about playing catch with fans.
Yankees manager Aaron Boone was ejected after arguing a controversial ruling on Dalton Varsho’s diving catch that negated a hit in a 5-4 win over the Blue Jays; Boone had earlier protested a missed call on Anthony Volpe’s stolen-base attempt, and replay appeared to show Varsho trapped the ball. Boone acknowledged he overreacted; it was his second ejection of the season and 48th of his career.
Blue Jays right-hander Jose Berríos underwent a full Tommy John surgery after a stress fracture was found to have damaged his UCL, meaning he’ll miss the entire 2026 season and likely a significant portion of 2027. The recovery from TJ typically exceeds 14 months, leaving Toronto with rotation gaps and a need to rely on depth options as they plan for 2027.
George Springer left Saturday’s game with a left toe injury, but X-rays showed no new fracture and he’s expected to return Monday in Tampa after a four-hit showing since coming back. Toronto’s injury woes extend to catcher Alejandro Kirk (thumb), Addison Barger (ankles), and Nathan Lukes (hamstring). In other AL East notes, Red Sox pitcher Justin Slaten begins a rehab assignment, Griffin Jax is being stretched back into a starter role for the Rays, and Gavin Lux continues to deal with left ankle stiffness after a shoulder rehab, highlighting the division’s ongoing roster churn.
Three MLB notes: Oakland slugger Brent Rooker will undergo imaging after right flank discomfort, possibly forcing the A's to adjust their lineup; Detroit center fielder Parker Meadows is hospitalized after a collision and is likely headed to the injured list with Wenceel Perez as depth; Patrick Corbin is set to make his season debut for the Toronto Blue Jays against the Minnesota Twins in Toronto.