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Yahoo
10-07-2025
- Sport
- Yahoo
White Sox Announce Trade With Blue Jays After Luis Robert Jr. Report
White Sox Announce Trade With Blue Jays After Luis Robert Jr. Report originally appeared on Athlon Sports. The Chicago White Sox have been one of the teams most-featured in MLB trade rumors this season. With all but three American League teams within five games of a playoff spot, the few teams who emerge as legitimate sellers could host quite the bidding war. Advertisement Chicago is one of these teams. At 31-62, the White Sox again own the worst record in the AL, and will likely be selling at the deadline. Former All-Star outfielder Luis Robert Jr. is the player who comes up most often in trade rumors. While Robert continues to struggle after being one of baseball's fastest-rising stars, it was reported on Wednesday by Scott Merkin of it remains possible he will be playing for another team by August. Chicago White Sox outfielder Luis Robert Jr. (88)© David Reginek-Imagn Images Just one day after this report about Robert, the White Sox made a trade involving a different outfielder. The team announced on X it had acquired left-handed outfielder Will Robertson from the Toronto Blue Jays in exchange for cash considerations. Advertisement Robertson, a 27-year old former fourth round pick of the Blue Jays, will report to Chicago's Triple-A affiliate in Charlotte. While Robertson will begin his White Sox career in Triple-A, there is a chance an outfield spot could be opening up very soon on the big league roster. The trade deadline is July 30, and if Robert does end up being moved, Robertson could be in line for the call-up. Just 1-for-10 at the MLB level, Robertson owns a .784 OPS in six Minor League seasons. As for Robert, who could soon be on the move, he has posted career-lows across the board. In 291 plate appearances, Robert owns a 63 OPS+ and .185 batting average. That said, several reports continue indicating he could be on the move, which could be why Chicago is taking a flier on an outfield prospect from Toronto. Advertisement Related: Blue Jays React to MLB's George Springer Announcement Related: Blue Jays Make Historic Bo Bichette Announcement on Saturday This story was originally reported by Athlon Sports on Jul 10, 2025, where it first appeared.
CBC
06-07-2025
- Sport
- CBC
Blue Jays 2nd baseman Andres Gimenez returns to IL, pitcher Ryan Burr ready to play
Second baseman Andres Gimenez was placed on the Toronto Blue Jays' 10-day injured list on Sunday with a left ankle sprain. Gimenez left Toronto's 4-3 win over the Los Angeles Angels on Friday. He had tweaked his left ankle covering second base on a steal on Wednesday against the New York Yankees and did not play Thursday as Toronto completed a sweep of the four-game series. The move was made retroactive to Saturday. Right-handed pitcher Ryan Burr was reinstated from Toronto's 60-day injured list as his right shoulder inflammation had healed and was active for the Blue Jays matinee against the Los Angeles Angels. Gimenez, a defensive specialist, is hitting .218 with five home runs, 23 runs batted in and 10 stolen bases so far this season. It's his second stint on the IL after missing time with a right quad strain. Burr hasn't played in 2025, but he had an 0-2 record with a 4.13 earned-run average with 47 strikeouts over 32 2/3 innings last season. Right-handed reliever Lazaro Estrada was optioned to Triple-A Buffalo and outfielder Will Robertson was designated for assignment.
Yahoo
21-06-2025
- Sport
- Yahoo
Blue Jays Announce Two Changes After Loss to Diamondbacks
Blue Jays Announce Two Changes After Loss to Diamondbacks originally appeared on Athlon Sports. The Toronto Blue Jays lost 9-5 to the Arizona Diamondbacks on Thursday, but they had already won the series after getting swept by the Philadelphia Phillies in their previous set. If they continue to either win or tie series, they'll put pressure on the New York Yankees atop the AL East. Advertisement Toronto is three games behind New York for first place and a half-game behind the Tampa Bay Rays for second. The Rays, Blue Jays, and Boston Red Sox occupy the AL's three Wild Card spots. Toronto announced roster changes before its bout with the Chicago White Sox on Friday, via Keegan Matheson. Toronto Blue Jays center fielder Nathan Lukes (38)© Nick Turchiaro-Imagn Images "Blue Jays have optioned OF Will Robertson and LHP Justin Bruihl. OF Nathan Lukes and RHP Nick Sandlin are up," he reported. Bruihl has just two big-league appearances this season, while Robertson is 1-for-10 with one RBI, one walk, and one hit by pitch since his MLB debut on Sunday. Lukes is slashing .267/.360/.392 with four homers and 21 RBI over 49 games, and Sandlin is 0-2 with a 2.25 ERA over 10 appearances. Toronto is 5-5 in its last 10 games and now has a -8 run differential, which ranks fourth in the division. The Yankees are first at +101, followed by the Rays (+65), the Red Sox (+18), the Blue Jays, and the Baltimore Orioles (-76). Advertisement Right-handed pitcher Spencer Turnbull will start for Toronto against White Sox right-hander Grant Taylor on Friday night. Turnbull has tossed 4.1 innings this year, while Taylor has four. The game will start at 7:07 p.m. EST at the Rogers Centre. Related: Vladimir Guerrero Jr. Makes Strong Bo Bichette Statement After Blue Jays Game Related: Blue Jays' John Schneider Announces Myles Straw News Before Diamondbacks Game This story was originally reported by Athlon Sports on Jun 20, 2025, where it first appeared.
National Post
20-06-2025
- Sport
- National Post
Are the Toronto Blue Jays capable of winning the AL East?
Article content WATCH BELOW: On the latest episode of Long Ball, Postmedia's Rob Wong speaks with Toronto Sun Blue Jays writer Rob Longley about the Blue Jays' chances of chasing down the New York Yankees for first place in the AL East and outfielder Will Robertson's connection with legendary Blue Jays closer, Tom Henke.
Toronto Sun
19-06-2025
- Sport
- Toronto Sun
New guy Will Robertson comes to Toronto from the land of a Blue Jays legend
Rookie outfielder hails from the same area as former Toronto closer Tom 'The Terminator' Henke. Get the latest from Rob Longley straight to your inbox Will Robertson of the Toronto Blue Jays bats during a game against the Philadelphia Phillies on June 15. Getty Images The journey to the big leagues was not a simple or particularly swift one for Blue Jays outfielder Will Robertson. This advertisement has not loaded yet, but your article continues below. THIS CONTENT IS RESERVED FOR SUBSCRIBERS ONLY Subscribe now to read the latest news in your city and across Canada. Unlimited online access to articles from across Canada with one account. Get exclusive access to the Toronto Sun ePaper, an electronic replica of the print edition that you can share, download and comment on. Enjoy insights and behind-the-scenes analysis from our award-winning journalists. Support local journalists and the next generation of journalists. Daily puzzles including the New York Times Crossword. 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Access articles from across Canada with one account Share your thoughts and join the conversation in the comments Enjoy additional articles per month Get email updates from your favourite authors Don't have an account? Create Account Along the way, there were twists and turns through 491 minor-league games spread over parts of six seasons and five different Toronto farm teams before finally getting called to the Show earlier this month. The trip from his home in tiny Loose Creek, Mo., to a brush with Blue Jays greatness, though? It couldn't have been easier. If roots account for anything, the humble, personable Robertson is both in good shape and good company with the Jays. Less than 10 minutes from Loose Creek, a tiny town of 300 (give or take) where Robertson grew up on a cattle farm, is Taos, an equally small burg better known as the home of Tom Henke, a World Series champ with the Jays and the franchise's all-time saves leader. And yes, the connection wasn't lost on the 27-year-old Robertson nor the 67-year-old Henke. Your noon-hour look at what's happening in Toronto and beyond. By signing up you consent to receive the above newsletter from Postmedia Network Inc. Please try again This advertisement has not loaded yet, but your article continues below. 'He's a great guy, whose down to earth, does a ton for the community and loves mid Missouri,' Robertson said of Henke, who has been a quiet but steady influence on his career. 'I always see him around and he's always asked how things are going. 'He's a good role model and good support to have.' Henke was well known to the family in an area Robertson describes as having 'more cattle than people, for sure.' But the connection with the Terminator — as Henke was known by fans through his lethal run as Jays closer from 1985-1992 — became stronger after Toronto selected Robertson in the eighth round of the 2019 MLB draft. There was advice and support along the way, an organic connection given their shared roots on the baseball diamond and off. This advertisement has not loaded yet, but your article continues below. 'He just talked to me about how cool it was to get to the big leagues this year and to make the journey my own,' Robertson said. 'He said everybody does it on their own time and for told me to make the best of it.' It has just been a week, but Robertson is soaking up all of his fledgling Jays experience since being called up by the team on June 11 to provide some outfield depth. The dream never died for Robertson, a strapping 6-foot-1 215-pounder who hits from the left side, even after such an at-times arduous trek up the farm system ladder. In its own way, the circuitous route has made the arrival that much more sweet. 'It's been fun to reflect a bit and and get a chance to be here with the guys you've been able to come up with and be around them here in the big leagues,' Robertson said during a quiet moment in the Jays dugout this week. 'There was the shock of getting called up and that whole emotion. But then I think you then go to, how do you contribute to the team? How do you help the team win? This advertisement has not loaded yet, but your article continues below. 'It's a really good team and they've been playing great. So that's where your mindset goes, on how you're going to help them to continue to win.' And continue to smell the roses along the way. With an off-day on Monday and in Toronto for the first time in his life, Robertson, his wife Morgan and their 10-month old daughter Jonnie walked around to get a feel for what the family hopes will be a long-term home. Next was his first start in the city and a front-row seat to the dramatic ninth-inning rally to dump the Diamondbacks 5-4. 'The first time playing in Rogers Centre, it was gorgeous,' Robertson said, some leftover awe still in his voice. 'The roof was open, the CN Tower is right there. It was pretty awesome to see. 'And then the ebbs and flows of the game and then the ninth inning to see (Bo Bichette and Addison Barger hit home runs to finish a Jays comeback) that was pretty special. To get to be part of that celebration was awesome. Being here in the Rogers Centre with 38,000 cheering for us was incredible. Like nothing I've ever experienced before.' This advertisement has not loaded yet, but your article continues below. He experienced it all, too, putting the home run jacket on Bichette after his blast and one of the first to greet Barger, his long-time teammate in the minors, when he hit the plate for the walk-off run. Robertson isn't here as tourist, however. So next up is to find a way to make that hard-earned promotion to the big leagues stick. 'For me, it's about taking advantage of the opportunity, whether that's starting in a game or coming off the bench to pinch hit,' Robertson said. 'What got me here was my bat and playing good defence when I'm out there and that's what I intend to do. Read More 'Everyone has been super welcoming and super helpful. Guys that I knew from playing with (in the minors) and the coaching staff. They've all made it super easy.' Now that he's here, Robertson intends to stay. The pride of Loose Creek has a long way to get to the 446 Jays appearances made by the pride of Taos, but it's nice to get the opportunity. Finally. 'The odds of two guys coming from a small mid Missouri town to play major league baseball first of all but then to play for Canada and Toronto its pretty cool,' Robertson said. The Terminator would agree. NHL Editorial Cartoons Soccer NFL Columnists
