The backbone of any successful MLB franchise is a successful player-development system. And these days successful player development means strong MiLB and spring-training facilities. We continue our ranking of MLB organizations by the quality of their player-development facilities with part two, covering organizations 24-19. (more…)
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Blue Jays Continue Push for Rogers Centre Renovation
Toronto Blue Jays president and CEO Mark Shapiro says that Rogers Centre upgrades are still being discussed, but that some issues must be addressed before a project moves forward. (more…)
Lugnuts, Blue Jays Extend PDC
The Lansing Lugnuts (Low A; Midwest League) and the Toronto Blue Jays extended their player-development contract (PDC) through the 2020 season. (more…)
Dunedin Stadium Renovation Awaits Major Vote
With a major vote set for April, the Toronto Blue Jays could be closer to moving forward with renovations to Dunedin Stadium and their spring training complex. (more…)
Fisher Cats, Blue Jays Extend Affiliation Through 2020
The New Hamphsire Fisher Cats (Class AA; Eastern League) and Toronto Blue Jays will continue their affiliation, as the two sides have announced a two-year extension through 2020. (more…)
Jerry Howarth Announces Retirement
After a long and storied tenure calling games for the Toronto Blue Jays, broadcaster Jerry Howarth has announced his retirement. (more…)
Vancouver, Toronto Extend PDC Through 2022
The Toronto Blue Jays and Vancouver Canadians (Short Season A; Northwest League) extended their player development contract (PDC) through the 2022 season. (more…)
Blue Jays Extending Rogers Centre Netting
The Toronto Blue Jays have confirmed that they are extending protective netting at the Rogers Centre, with the project scheduled to be finished by Opening Day. (more…)
Rogers Communications May Put Toronto Blue Jays on Market
Rogers Communications may put the Toronto Blue Jays and Rogers Centre on the market in order to raise cash for other acquisitions and investments, according to Rogers CFO Tony Staffieri. (more…)
Dennis Holmberg Wins Mike Coolbaugh Award
Bluefield Blue Jays (Rookie; Appalachian League) manager Dennis Holmberg has won Minor League Baseball‘s 10th annual Mike Coolbaugh Award. (more…)
Dunedin Approves License Agreement With Blue Jays
Dunedin moved forward in its effort to retain Toronto Blue Jays spring training on Thursday, when its City Commission approved a 25-year license agreement. (more…)
Blue Jays Returning to Montreal in 2018
The Toronto Blue Jays will return to Montreal and Olympic Stadium in 2018, effectively continuing what is becoming one of spring training‘s best traditions. (more…)
Officials Look to Wrap Up Blue Jays’ Spring Training Deal
Local officials are looking to wrap an agreement to keep the Toronto Blue Jays‘ spring training in Dunedin, FL, with a key vote expected in November. (more…)