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.
A tribute to Buck Martinez from some of his Sportsnet teammates
Ben Nicholson-Smith
As Buck Martinez enters retirement, his caring nature, generosity and spirit will be dearly missed in the day-to-day grind of a long season. Here are some stories from Sportsnet colleagues that offer a window into what made him so great to work with.
What's next for Blue Jays after missing out on Kyle Tucker, Bo Bichette
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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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Despite the Blue Jays’ activity, there’s a lot of intrigue remaining this off-season.
What’s next for Kazuma Okamoto, Blue Jays?
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NPB star Kazuma Okamoto, Blue Jays agree to contract
Ben Nicholson-Smith
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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Sources told Ben Nicholson-Smith that the Blue Jays picked up on at least one on-field tell from the Yankees during the ALDS — an observation that helped Blue Jays hitters on the way to a four-game series win.
Blue Jays reunions with Bassitt, Scherzer unlikely but not impossible
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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.