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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 | ||||||
70 | Brendan Cellucci | RP | 6'4" | 211 lbs | 28 | Philadelphia, PA |
37 | Chad Dallas | RP | 5'11" | 206 lbs | 26 | Orange, TX |
63 | Braydon Fisher | RP | 6'4" | 180 lbs | 26 | League City, TX |
68 | Mason Fluharty | RP | 6'2" | 215 lbs | 25 | Lewes, DE |
65 | John Klein | RP | 6'5" | 225 lbs | 24 | Brooklyn Park, MN |
52 | Chase Lee | RP | 6'0" | 170 lbs | 28 | Birmingham, AL |
54 | Brendon Little | RP | 6'2" | 195 lbs | 30 | Bryn Mawr, PA |
62 | Spencer Miles | RP | 6'3" | 180 lbs | 26 | Columbia, MO |
71 | Tyler Rogers | RP | 6'3" | 180 lbs | 35 | Denver, CO |
31 | Max Scherzer | SP | 6'3" | 208 lbs | 42 | St. Louis, MO |
43 | Paul Sewald | RP | 6'3" | 219 lbs | 36 | Las Vegas, NV |
40 | Jose Soriano | SP | 6'3" | 220 lbs | 27 | Santo Domingo, Dominican Republic |
77 | Louis Varland | RP | 6'1" | 205 lbs | 28 | Saint Paul, MN |
39 | Trey Yesavage | SP | 6'4" | 225 lbs | 23 | Pottstown, PA |
Catchers | ||||||
30 | Alejandro Kirk | C | 5'8" | 245 lbs | 27 | Tijuana, Mexico |
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 | 28 | Barquisimeto, Venezuela |
27 | Vladimir Guerrero Jr. | 1B | 6'0" | 245 lbs | 27 | Montreal, Canada |
26 | Charles McAdoo | 2B | 6'0" | 210 lbs | 24 | Walnut Creek, CA |
7 | Kazuma Okamoto | 3B | 6'1" | 220 lbs | 30 | Nara, Japan |
9 | Josh Smith | 2B | 5'9" | 172 lbs | 29 | Baton Rouge, LA |
Outfielders | ||||||
21 | Brett Bateman | CF | 5'10" | 170 lbs | 24 | Saint Paul, MN |
38 | Nathan Lukes | RF | 5'11" | 180 lbs | 32 | Sacramento, CA |
36 | Davis Schneider | LF | 5'8" | 190 lbs | 27 | Berlin, NJ |
3 | Myles Straw | CF | 5'9" | 178 lbs | 31 | Garden Grove, CA |
Designated Hitter | ||||||
20 | Sean Keys | DH | 6'1" | 232 lbs | 23 | Huntington, NY |
4 | George Springer | DH | 6'1" | 220 lbs | 37 | 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Dylan Cease | 15-day IL | February | Right Shoulder (Inflammation) | Cease (shoulder) said Friday that he anticipates having a relatively normal offseason, Arden Zwelling of Sportsnet.ca reports. |
Anthony Santander | 60-day IL | February | Left Shoulder (Surgery) | Santander (shoulder) will not be returning to the Blue Jays this season, Arden Zwelling of Sportsnet.ca reports. |
Shane Bieber | 15-day IL | February | Right Shoulder (Inflammation) | Blue Jays manager John Schneider said Friday that it "would be tough" for Bieber (shoulder) to return from the 15-day injured list before the end of the regular season, Hazel Mae of Sportsnet reports. |
Jameson Taillon | 15-day IL | February | Right Elbow | Taillon (elbow) revealed his "season is over" Tuesday and confirmed he'll be evaluated by Dr. Keith Meister in Texas on Sept. 22, Shi Davidi of Sportsnet.ca reports. |
Rudy Martin Jr. | 10-day IL | February | Left Hamstring (Strain) | The Blue Jays selected Martin's contract from Triple-A Buffalo on Friday, Jeff Passan of ESPN.com reports. |
Cody Ponce | 60-day IL | Oct 15 | Right Knee (Surgery) | Manager John Schneider said that Ponce (knee) would be a candidate to return from the 60-day injured list only if the Blue Jays make the postseason and advanced deep into October, Arden Zwelling of Sportsnet.ca reports. |
Patrick Corbin | 60-day IL | February | Left Shoulder (Strain) | Blue Jays manager John Schneider said Saturday that Corbin (shoulder) is a "long shot" to return from the 60-day injured list this season, Arden Zwelling of Sportsnet.ca reports. |
Jonatan Clase | 60-day IL | February | Left Foot (Plantar Fasciitis) | The Blue Jays transferred Clase (foot) to the 60-day injured list Thursday, Shi Davidi of Sportsnet.ca reports. |
Yimi Garcia | 60-day IL | February | Right Elbow (Surgery) | Garcia (elbow/neck/biceps) underwent thoracic outlet surgery Thursday and will miss the rest of the season, Arden Zwelling of Sportsnet.ca reports. |
Jake Bloss | 60-day IL | February | Right Shoulder (Strain) | The Blue Jays recalled Bloss from Triple-A Buffalo on Wednesday and placed him on the 60-day injured list while he recovers from a right teres major strain, Arden Zwelling of Sportsnet.ca reports. |
Addison Barger | 60-day IL | February | Right Elbow (Surgery) | Barger is expected to be sidelined six months following surgery Monday to repair his right elbow UCL, Shi Davidi of Sportsnet.ca reports. |
Jose Berrios | 60-day IL | August | Right Elbow (Surgery) | Blue Jays manager John Schneider said that Berrios underwent full Tommy John surgery Wednesday in addition to having a stress fracture repaired, Hazel Mae of Sportsnet reports. |
Bowden Francis | 60-day IL | April | Right Elbow (Surgery) | The Blue Jays placed Francis (elbow) on the 60-day injured list Wednesday. |
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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