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.
Addison Barger's health, fifth rotation spot emerge as questions for Jays
Ben Nicholson-Smith
After an encouraging start to the weekend, Sunday’s loss to the Angels raised at least two significant questions for the Toronto Blue Jays. Ben Nicholson-Smith dives into both.
Blue Jays win big with offensive outburst against Angels
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Barger's return leads to 'tough' roster decision for Blue Jays
Ben Nicholson-Smith
Thursday's off day won't give the Blue Jays much reprieve, as they'll have to juggle a difficult decision with the impending return of Addison Barger. Ben Nicholson-Smith digs into that and much more in his latest.
Pressure starting to build on Blue Jays after sweep by Rays
Ben Nicholson-Smith
The Blue Jays aren’t in panic mode, but the lack of momentum — and the growing pressure — after getting swept by the Rays is becoming harder to ignore.
Blue Jays' Scherzer seeks answers for 'confusing' forearm issue
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Blue Jays falter late, drop second in a row to Rays
Ben Nicholson-Smith
The margins are thin for the Blue Jays right now, making wins stressful and losses painful. Reliever Tyler Rogers allowed runs for just the second time this season, leading to another loss to the Rays.
Blue Jays still searching for offensive answers after one-run showing vs. Rays
Ben Nicholson-Smith
Simply put, the Blue Jays don’t have much going on offensively.
Vancouver's MLB expansion hopes lead to intrigue, questions
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Blue Jays can't capitalize on Red Sox chaos in series-opening loss
Ben Nicholson-Smith
Despite the chaos that surrounded the Red Sox as they arrived in Toronto, they’re still a talented team. The Blue Jays learned as much in their series-opening loss, Ben Nicholson-Smith writes.