Ben Nicholson-Smith
@bnicholsonsmith
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.
Matchup vs. Ohtani now all about 2026 for Blue Jays
Ben Nicholson-Smith
As compelling as Shohei Ohtani's start against Toronto may be on Wednesday, the outing matters because of what it means for the 2026 Blue Jays as they try to turn around their season.
Dodgers series brings back 'heartbreaking' memories for Blue Jays
Ben Nicholson-Smith
Slumping Blue Jays swept by White Sox as bats falter, injuries mount
Ben Nicholson-Smith
Swept by the White Sox and hit by key injuries, the Blue Jays limp home searching for answers as a tough series against the Dodgers looms.
Blue Jays' frustrating week continues with sloppy loss to White Sox
Ben Nicholson-Smith
After the Blue Jays coughed up a late lead to the White Sox with some sloppy play on Saturday, they have now lost four of their last five.
Blue Jays' offensive woes continue in extra-innings loss to White Sox
Ben Nicholson-Smith
Blue Jays' Yesavage closest to return, Lauer's start bumped to Sunday
Ben Nicholson-Smith
As the Toronto Blue Jays continue to navigate a laundry list of injuries among their pitching rotation, a notable arm could be on its way back soon.
After opening sweep, Blue Jays have huge opportunity ahead
Ben Nicholson-Smith
It would have been hard to fathom a better opening weekend than the one the Toronto Blue Jays just put together against the Athletics. Ben Nicholson-Smith tells us why and what it means.
Blue Jays trade Leo Jimenez to Marlins
Ben Nicholson-Smith
Blue Jays rally for second straight walk-off after Cease’s strong debut
Ben Nicholson-Smith
Saturday's game against the A's was like a play in three acts. First came Dylan Cease's dominance, then a bizarre seventh inning, and finally, clutch swings led to the Blue Jays' second walk-off win in as many days.