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.
Which injured Blue Jays are closest to returning?
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Given the Blue Jays' bevy of injuries right now, they can use all the help they can get. Ben Nicholson-Smith takes a look at when players will return and how Toronto will cope in the meantime.
How George Springer's injury could impact Blue Jays at leadoff, DH
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Matchup vs. Ohtani now all about 2026 for Blue Jays
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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
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On the schedule, it’s just another series in April, but any early season meeting between World Series opponents would inspire some strong emotions — and that’s especially true after a series that was closely contested all the way through extra innings of Game 7.
Slumping Blue Jays swept by White Sox as bats falter, injuries mount
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Blue Jays' frustrating week continues with sloppy loss to White Sox
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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
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The Blue Jays' disappointing start to the season continued with an extra-inning loss to the White Sox on Friday.
Blue Jays' Yesavage closest to return, Lauer's start bumped to Sunday
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After opening sweep, Blue Jays have huge opportunity ahead
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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.