Toronto Blue Jays Roster
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Inside the 2026 Blue Jays active roster
Watching the Blue Jays light up the screen on Sportsnet is a nightly ritual for baseball fans across Canada. The 2026 Toronto Blue Jays roster is especially captivating for home viewers, as the defending American League champions look to finish the job after finishing as the runners-up in the 2025 World Series.
I put together this guide so you don’t have to scramble for your phone every time a new pitcher steps on the mound or a pinch-hitter approaches the plate. Check out the 26-man active squad and the coaching staff below, so you have everything you need to enjoy the broadcast from the comfort of your couch.
MLB - Toronto Blue Jays Roster
| # | Player | Position | Height | Weight | Age | Birth place |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Pitchers | ||||||
84 | Dylan Cease | SP | 6'2" | 200 lbs | 30 | Milton, GA |
46 | Patrick Corbin | SP | 6'4" | 225 lbs | 36 | Clay, NY |
63 | Braydon Fisher | RP | 6'4" | 180 lbs | 25 | League City, TX |
68 | Mason Fluharty | RP | 6'2" | 215 lbs | 24 | Lewes, DE |
34 | Kevin Gausman | SP | 6'2" | 205 lbs | 35 | Centennial, CO |
23 | Jeff Hoffman | RP | 6'5" | 235 lbs | 33 | Latham, NY |
56 | Eric Lauer | SP | 6'3" | 209 lbs | 30 | Elyria, OH |
35 | Joe Mantiply | RP | 6'4" | 219 lbs | 35 | Danville, VA |
62 | Spencer Miles | RP | 6'3" | 180 lbs | 25 | Columbia, MO |
45 | Tommy Nance | RP | 6'6" | 235 lbs | 35 | Long Beach, CA |
71 | Tyler Rogers | RP | 6'3" | 180 lbs | 35 | Denver, CO |
77 | Louis Varland | RP | 6'1" | 205 lbs | 28 | Saint Paul, MN |
39 | Trey Yesavage | SP | 6'4" | 225 lbs | 22 | Pottstown, PA |
Catchers | ||||||
55 | Tyler Heineman | C | 5'10" | 190 lbs | 34 | Pacific Palisades, CA |
59 | Brandon Valenzuela | C | 6'0" | 225 lbs | 25 | Hermosillo, Mexico |
Infielders | ||||||
22 | Ernie Clement | 2B | 6'0" | 170 lbs | 30 | Rochester, NY |
0 | Andres Gimenez | SS | 5'11" | 161 lbs | 27 | Barquisimeto, Venezuela |
27 | Vladimir Guerrero Jr. | 1B | 6'0" | 245 lbs | 27 | Montreal, Canada |
7 | Kazuma Okamoto | 3B | 6'1" | 220 lbs | 29 | Nara, Japan |
50 | Lenyn Sosa | 2B | 5'11" | 210 lbs | 26 | Puerto Ordaz, Venezuela |
Outfielders | ||||||
24 | Yohendrick Pinango | LF | 5'10" | 170 lbs | 23 | Carora, Venezuela |
12 | Jesus Sanchez | LF | 6'3" | 222 lbs | 28 | Higuey, Dominican Republic |
36 | Davis Schneider | LF | 5'8" | 190 lbs | 27 | Berlin, NJ |
3 | Myles Straw | RF | 5'9" | 178 lbs | 31 | Garden Grove, CA |
5 | Daulton Varsho | CF | 5'8" | 207 lbs | 29 | Marshfield, WI |
Designated Hitter | ||||||
4 | George Springer | DH | 6'1" | 220 lbs | 36 | New Britain, CT |
Top Blue Jays players to watch
Offensively, television broadcasts are often dominated by the sheer power of Vladimir Guerrero Jr., who remains the undisputed offensive anchor of the Toronto lineup. This season, he’s joined by newly added Japanese star Kazuma Okamoto, adding an exciting new dynamic and elite home-run potential to the middle of the order.
When tuning in to a Blue Jays game, the starting pitching is just as thrilling. The rotation is headlined by the masterful Kevin Gausman, who continues to carve up opposing hitters and post elite strikeout numbers. The front office also made a massive splash by acquiring veteran ace Max Scherzer, giving fans at home yet another powerhouse arm to watch every fifth day.
Current Blue Jays injury report
MLB - Toronto Blue Jays Injury Report
| Player | Status | Expected return | Injury | Details |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Alejandro Kirk | 10-day IL | Mid-May | Left Thumb (Surgery) | Kirk (thumb) has begun a throwing program at the Blue Jays' complex in Florida, Arden Zwelling of Sportsnet.ca reports. |
Addison Barger | 10-day IL | May 8 | Left Ankle (Sprain) | Barger will run the bases Thursday for the first time since injuring both his ankles on an awkward landing at first base April 5, and if that goes well he could begin a rehab assignment this weekend, Mitch Bannon of The Athletic reports. |
Jose Berrios | 15-day IL | May 4 | Right Elbow (Fracture) | Berrios (elbow) could rejoin the Blue Jays' rotation Monday against the Rays, Ben Nicholson-Smith of Sportsnet.ca reports. |
Max Scherzer | 15-day IL | May 10 | Right Forearm (Tendinitis) | Scherzer (1-3) took the loss Friday, surrendering seven runs on six hits -- including three home runs -- and three walks over 2.1 innings as the Blue Jays fell 8-6 to the Guardians. He failed to strike out a batter. |
Yimi Garcia | 60-day IL | Late May | Right Elbow (Surgery) | Garcia (elbow) will throw live batting practice Wednesday, Hazel Mae of Sportsnet reports. |
Nathan Lukes | 10-day IL | May 5 | Left Hamstring (Strain) | Lukes will receive an MRI on his left hamstring after leaving Friday's game against Cleveland, Keegan Matheson of MLB.com reports. |
CJ Stubbs | day-to-day | May 1 | Undisclosed | The Blue Jays signed Stubbs to a minor-league contract Friday that includes an invitation to spring training. |
Shane Bieber | 60-day IL | Late May | Right Elbow (Inflammation) | Bieber (elbow) will throw a bullpen session Tuesday, Shi Davidi of Sportsnet.ca reports. |
Geovanny Jesus Planchart | day-to-day | April 30 | Undisclosed | No details provided. |
Lazaro Estrada | 15-day IL | April 30 | Right Shoulder (Pinched Nerve) | Toronto optioned Estrada to Triple-A Buffalo on Sunday. |
Cody Ponce | 60-day IL | February | Right Knee (Surgery) | Ponce underwent surgery Friday to repair the ACL in his right knee, Arden Zwelling of Sportsnet.ca reports. |
Anthony Santander | 60-day IL | August | Left Shoulder (Surgery) | Toronto transferred Santander (shoulder) from the 10-day injured list to the 60-day IL on Sunday. |
Chay Yeager | Out | April | Right Elbow (Surgery) | Yeager will undergo season-ending UCL surgery on his right elbow Wednesday, Arden Zwelling of Sportsnet.ca reports. |
Bowden Francis | 60-day IL | April | Right Elbow (Surgery) | Manager John Schneider revealed Tuesday that Francis is undergoing UCL reconstruction surgery on his right elbow and will miss the 2026 season, Mitch Bannon of The Athletic reports. |
Toronto Blue Jays coaching staff
- Manager: John Schneider
- Associate Manager: DeMarlo Hale
- Pitching Coach: Pete Walker
- Hitting Coach: David Popkins
- First Base Coach: Mark Budzinski
- Third Base Coach: Carlos Febles
- Bullpen Coach: Graham Johnson
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Toronto Blue Jays roster FAQ
Who's the manager of the Blue Jays?
John Schneider is the manager of the Toronto Blue Jays. He returns to the dugout after successfully guiding the franchise to the American League pennant in 2025.
Who's the highest-paid player on the Blue Jays?
Superstar first baseman Vladimir Guerrero Jr. holds the richest contract on the team. In April 2026, he signed a historic 14-year, $500 million extension to stay in Toronto, earning him over $35 million this season.
What's the average age of the Blue Jays roster?
The average age of the Toronto Blue Jays roster sits right around 30 years old. This makes them one of the oldest and most experienced teams in the major leagues.
What are the Blue Jays' minor league affiliates?
The Toronto Blue Jays' primary minor league affiliates include the Dunedin Blue Jays (Single-A), Vancouver Canadians (High-A), New Hampshire Fisher Cats (Double-A), and the Buffalo Bisons (Triple-A).
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