The Big Story How the Toronto Blue Jays have become the hottest team in baseball
Jul 27, 2025
In this discussion, sports reporter Alex Seixeiro shares insights into the Toronto Blue Jays' incredible resurgence, marking their best streak since 2015. He highlights the team's strong culture and electric home games at Rogers Centre. The conversation dives into strategic plans for enhancing the roster before the trade deadline, focusing on acquiring relief pitchers. Seixeiro also addresses the rising hopes and excitement among fans about a potential playoff run, drawing parallels with the Raptors’ 2019 championship triumph.
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Jays' Mid-Season Transformation
- The Blue Jays transformed from a struggling team to the best in baseball since mid-May 2025.
- Their success comes from strong contact hitting, great defense, and lineup depth, not just star power.
Depth Drives Jays' Success
- Lesser-known players have stepped up, spreading the offensive load beyond stars like Vladimir Guerrero Jr.
- This depth makes the team less reliant on star performances and more consistently competitive.
Trade Deadline Focus: Relief Pitching
- The Jays should target high-quality relief pitchers at the trade deadline to strengthen their bullpen.
- Adding depth pitchers and possibly another bat could sustain their postseason push.