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.
Blue Jays notebook: Manoah says 'cranky' shoulder improving gradually
Ben Nicholson-Smith
Alek Manoah knows it's a long season. While he's eager to get back on the mound after a shoulder setback, the Blue Jays right-hander's main priority is being at his best when the stakes are highest.
On quiet backfield, Votto finds barrel in Blue Jays minor-league game
Ben Nicholson-Smith
Berrios could line up for opener as Blue Jays’ pitching plans take shape
Ben Nicholson-Smith
Jose Berrios, who pitched 3.1 innings of one-run baseball against the Yankees Tuesday afternoon, now lines up to be available for an opening day assignment against the Tampa Bay Rays. Ben Nicholson-Smith tells us why that makes sense.
Blue Jays 'just being totally, totally cautious' by resting Guerrero Jr.
Ben Nicholson-Smith
Quietly, Vladimir Guerrero Jr. has been dealing with some nagging minor injuries this week. However, there is no cause for serious concern at this stage.
Q&A with Blue Jays' Turner on leadership, morale, and building accountability
Ben Nicholson-Smith
Joey Votto eager to prove to Blue Jays he still belongs in major leagues
Ben Nicholson-Smith
Speaking to reporters Sunday morning, Joey Votto expressed excitement at the chance to play for the franchise he grew up cheering for, confidence that he can still hit elite pitching and a willingness to do whatever it takes to make it back to the majors.
Jays' Tiedemann flashes big-league stuff vs. Phillies in 'special' spring debut
Ben Nicholson-Smith
The last time Ricky Tiedemann faced hitters, only a few dozen observers were watching and nearly all of them were wearing Blue Jays-branded clothing. Facing the Phillies’ best hitters Saturday in front of a sold-out crowd on the road was a different challenge altogether.
Joey Votto arrives at camp with Blue Jays eager to get him up to speed
Ben Nicholson-Smith
Signing Joey Votto adds intrigue to Blue Jays' bench and DH mix
Ben Nicholson-Smith
There are a few layers to the Joey Votto signing, which should become official once the Etobicoke, Ont., native passes a physical in the coming days.