A September surge will likely require at least one Blue Jays hitter to deliver the type of elite production nobody has managed this season. Nick Ashbourne takes a look at who could step up to be the offensive hero the club needs.

Several factors will determine whether the Toronto Blue Jays’ push for a playoff spot is successful. Nick Ashbourne dives into the most significant.

The Blue Jays are 7-4 since the trade deadline, and Jose Soriano, Brett Bateman and Josh Smith are already making their mark as Toronto’s playoff hopes gain momentum.

The idea of George Springer serving as a trade chip has gone from inconceivable to a distinct possibility rather quickly. Nick Ashbourne analyzes his resurgence at the plate and who might be a good fit for the veteran DH.

As the Blue Jays approach the trade deadline, there is more attention on who might leave than who might join. But that doesn't mean Toronto can't have a deadline that yields positive results for the organization, writes Nick Ashbourne.

There is a difference between not looking sharp and getting battered the way Shane Bieber has so far. Nick Ashbourne examines whether the Blue Jays should be concerned by this troubling stretch of starts.