Ben Nicholson-Smith
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Covering the MLB and Toronto Blue Jays for Sportsnet since 2013, Ben Nicholson-Smith has established himself as one of the network’s leading baseball writers. Currently the baseball editor for sportsnet.ca, he also co-hosts the At the Letters podcast and regularly appears on Sportsnet’s television and radio properties.
What Mets' high-AAV offer might mean for Kyle Tucker bidding
Ben Nicholson-Smith
After months of speculation about Kyle Tucker, concrete news broke on Tuesday and a market that’s remained murky finally took some shape. Ben Nicholson-Smith takes a speculative look at what the latest reports might mean for the outfielder and his suitors.
Blue Jays in strong position while not ruling out even more
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What’s next for Kazuma Okamoto, Blue Jays?
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The signing of Kazuma Okamoto raises a few questions for the Blue Jays, who have spent big this off-season. Ben Nicholson-Smith takes a look at what the addition means and what questions it raises.
NPB star Kazuma Okamoto, Blue Jays agree to contract
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The Blue Jays are in agreement with Kazuma Okamoto on a free agent deal that gives the defending AL champions an established Japanese star, an industry source told Ben Nicholson-Smith.
Sources: Yankees' tell helped Blue Jays during 2025 ALDS
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Blue Jays reunions with Bassitt, Scherzer unlikely but not impossible
Ben Nicholson-Smith
The additions of Dylan Cease and Cody Ponce, along with Shane Bieber's return clearly makes reunions with Chris Bassitt and Max Scherzer less likely for the Blue Jays, though nothing should be ruled out.
What Schwarber, Diaz deals mean for Blue Jays
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While every major deal matters, neither Diaz nor Schwarber was a priority for the Blue Jays.
Why Ketel Marte may not be likeliest target for Blue Jays
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As Blue Jays add pitching, Atkins sheds light on Bieber's status
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The Blue Jays have seemingly been signing new pitchers everyday "like a freaking advent calendar." Sportsnet's Ben Nicholson-Smith has the latest on the team's pitching situation from the Winter Meetings in Orlando, Fla.