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Jays get day off after tough, successful run that put them back in the playoff hunt

Toronto finished 11-6 over 17 games in 17 days and moved back into the American League wild-card race before a six-game road trip.

  • After completing a demanding 17-game stretch, the Toronto Blue Jays will enjoy a well-deserved day of rest on Monday before embarking on a challenging six-game trip against Tampa Bay and New York.
  • Toronto finished the 17-day schedule with an 11-6 record, moving back into contention for an American League wild-card spot despite the August 3 trade deadline distractions.
  • Starter Dylan Cease recorded his 200th strikeout of the season during the recent Yankees series, throwing 104 pitches in a strong 6 1/3-inning outing despite the loss.
  • Manager John Schneider praised the team's resilience, emphasizing that maintaining momentum is crucial as the Blue Jays play "meaningful baseball" during their remaining 32 games.
  • Schneider confirmed that Jose Soriano, Max Scherzer, and Shane Bieber will start the upcoming six-game trip against the Tampa Bay Rays and New York Yankees.
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Jays get day off after tough, successful run that put them back in the playoff hunt

TORONTO - For the first time this month, the surging Toronto Blue Jays will enjoy a well-deserved day of rest on Monday before embarking on a challenging six-game trip that will pit them against the Tampa Bay Rays and New…

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Winnipeg Free Press broke the news in Winnipeg, Canada on Sunday, August 16, 2026.
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