Six spring training myths and how they apply to 2026 Blue Jays
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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.
Barger’s big day shows he’s ready to build on memorable 2025 for Blue Jays
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Addison Barger continued his strong spring with a home run and a two-run single on Sunday. It's welcome news for a Blue Jays team set to rely on Barger more than ever this season.
Max Scherzer's outing suggests he'll be ready sooner than later for Blue Jays
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Three spring questions for Blue Jays with three weeks to go
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The Toronto Blue Jays have settled into their spring-training flow with three weeks still to go. Sportsnet's Ben Nicholson-Smith looks at three big questions facing the team as Opening Day nears.
Factors that will determine how Blue Jays rotation maps out
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While the Blue Jays haven't ruled out a six-man rotation, some tough pitching decisions await. Sportsnet's Ben Nicholson-Smith looks at some factors that will and won't go into mapping it all out.
'Bugs Bunny' change-up putting Nate Garkow on Blue Jays' radar
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Canada leaves for WBC hopeful of reaching new heights
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Canada picked up a win over the Phillies on Wednesday and now heads to the WBC with high hopes. Ben Nicholson-Smith explains the hopes of Canada reaching new heights in Puerto Rico.
Trust between Max Scherzer, John Schneider essential to Blue Jays' success
Ben Nicholson-Smith
As Max Scherzer arrives to spring training with the Blue Jays, he joins an oversized group of rotation candidates — and his trust in manager John Schneider will immediately be put to the test, writes Sportsnet's Ben Nicholson-Smith.
Stress-testing the 2026 Blue Jays at each position
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Scherzer slated for Saturday start; Davis Schneider to rep Jays in union
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Before Max Scherzer's contract had even been finalized, he was in full uniform throwing a bullpen with the Blue Jays. Now, there's a chance he suits up for spring within the week. Ben Nicholson-Smith has the story from Dunedin.
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