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.
Why a record extension for Guerrero Jr. could benefit both sides
Ben Nicholson-Smith
Within a matter of days, the path ahead for the Toronto Blue Jays should come into focus. Ben Nicholson-Smith tells us how it could all play out.
Why Max Scherzer is more necessity than luxury for Blue Jays
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Blue Jays not currently progressing with Alonso or Scherzer
Ben Nicholson-Smith
As MLB's rumour mill churned on Thursday, some reports suggested that the Toronto Blue Jays were advancing in talks with free-agent slugger Pete Alonso and right-hander Max Scherzer. However, according to reports from Sportsnet's Shi Davidi and Ben Nicholson-Smith, that isn't the case at this time.
What Santander’s deal means and where it may lead for Blue Jays
Ben Nicholson-Smith
The Anthony Santander signing makes the Blue Jays a better team. But there's still work to be done, and some intriguing opportunities remain for Toronto, writes Sportsnet's Ben Nicholson-Smith.
Blue Jays notebook: Sasaki fallout and what's next
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Trying to make sense of Blue Jays’ controversial cap-space gambit
Ben Nicholson-Smith
The controversial acquisition of Myles Straw as a way to get extra international cap space was unusual for this measured Blue Jays front office. As the move remains a talking point, Shi Davidi and Ben Nicholson-Smith try to make sense of how it went down.
Sasaki chase ends with another gutting day for Blue Jays
Ben Nicholson-Smith
After Roki Sasaki signed with the Dodgers Friday, this much is obvious: Blue Jays fans deserve better. Ben Nicholson-Smith has more on where Toronto goes from here.
Blue Jays discussing deal with power-hitting OF Anthony Santander
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Blue Jays acquire OF Myles Straw from Guardians, international bonus pool money
Ben Nicholson-Smith
The Toronto Blue Jays laid some groundwork for a potential Roki Sasaki signing, acquiring international bonus pool room from the Cleveland Guardians on Friday.