How an increase in whiffs has slowed Blue Jays' Bichette's momentum
Since June 1, Bo Bichette has hit .296/.309/.457. That stat line is far from disastrous but it’s slowed his momentum. Nick Ashbourne looks at what is causing the offensive decline.
What needs to go right for the Blue Jays in the second half
The Blue Jays' good, but not quite great, record at the halfway point is disappointing considering the lofty goals at the start of the season. Nick Ashbourne breaks down what the Blue Jays need to do to have a successful second half.
Examining Blue Jays OF Varsho's early-season issues with high-velocity pitches
How adding a curveball to his repertoire has helped Blue Jays’ Kikuchi
The premise of Yusei Kikuchi beginning to integrate another effective pitch into his arsenal is encouraging for the Blue Jays lefty in and of itself, but Nick Ashbourne writes that this emerging curve is also playing a specific role.
What advanced numbers tell us about Vladimir Guerrero Jr.'s slow start at the plate
The 2023 Toronto Blue Jays have a number of players producing at a level below expectations, but the one who has earned much of the spotlight is Vladimir Guerrero Jr. Nick Ashbourne breaks down why the first baseman is struggling.
Starting pitching trade targets Blue Jays could explore to patch up rotation
Blue Jays' Daulton Varsho reaping rewards of improved plate discipline
For most of the season, Daulton Varsho's offensive production has been like an underwhelming approximation of his 2022. That looks like it might be about to change.
Why Blue Jays pitcher Trevor Richards' changeup has been so successful
It’s no secret that Trevor Richards’ best pitch is his changeup, but in 2023 he’s throwing it the majority of the time. Why? Nick Ashbourne breaks down the development of the Toronto Blue Jays reliever.
Blue Jays Hitting Analysis: Is return to elite production on the horizon?
What's behind the subtle brilliance of Berrios' bounce-back season with Blue Jays
Blue Jays pitcher José Berríos has been better this season than he was in 2022 by every metric that matters. Nick Ashbourne breaks down exactly why.
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