You can take the player out of the Blue Jays, but you can never take the Ex-Blue Jay out of the player!
I am Mister Ex, your chronicler of the former Toronto Blue Jays. Teoscar Hernández dazzled the Los Angeles Dodgers with a 2‑for‑4 line, an infield single that sparked a rally, a clutch double, and capped the night with his first home run of the season in the ninth inning. Danny Jansen, now with the Texas Rangers, delivered a 3‑for‑4 night highlighted by a three‑run blast that helped his club defeat Baltimore. Marcus Semien of the New York Mets added his first homer as a Met and followed it with an RBI double, while Matt Chapman of the San Francisco Giants contributed a solo shot against San Diego. Bo Bichette, fresh from a three‑year, $126 million pact with the Mets, produced a go‑ahead single in St. Louis but struggled overall, going 1‑for‑14 with eight strikeouts in his early Mets starts.
Otto Lopez has been the most potent bat among ex‑Jays this season, posting a .920 OPS, with Teoscar Hernández and Joey Loperfido also posting impressive .850‑plus OPS numbers. On the mound, Jordan Romano and Tim Mayza have kept spotless 0.00 ERAs over multiple innings, making them the premier former Jays on the hill.
Nate Pearson, who inked a deal with the Houston Astros, began a 15‑pitch live batting‑practice session after elbow surgery, hinting at a future bullpen role, while Bo Bichette’s high‑profile signing with the Mets has already drawn both cheers and boos as he adjusts to third base.
Next week the Blue Jays will host the Los Angeles Dodgers, where they may face former teammate Teoscar Hernández (and fellow ex‑Jay Santiago Espinal), and then they will welcome the Minnesota Twins, with former Jay Anthony Banda slated to appear for Minnesota.
| Name | Position | JGP | Ex since | GP | AB | H | BB | HR | RBI | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | RC | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Teoscar Hernández | Outfielder | 609 | 2022 | 5 | 19 | 9 | 1 | 1 | 3 | .474 | .500 | .684 | 1.184 | 6.5 | |
| Otto Lopez | Shortstop | 9 | 2022 | 6 | 22 | 8 | 2 | 1 | 2 | .364 | .440 | .591 | 1.031 | 5.4 | |
| Danny Jansen | Catcher | 471 | 2024 | 4 | 16 | 5 | 0 | 1 | 5 | .313 | .313 | .625 | .938 | 3.1 | |
| Joey Loperfido | Outfielder | 84 | 2025 | 5 | 13 | 4 | 4 | 0 | 3 | .308 | .471 | .385 | .856 | 2.4 | |
| Marcus Semien | Second Base | 162 | 2021 | 7 | 24 | 7 | 4 | 1 | 4 | .292 | .393 | .458 | .851 | 4.3 | |
| Leo Jiménez | Third Base | 81 | 2025 | 3 | 5 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | .400 | .400 | .400 | .800 | 0.8 | |
| Tyler Heineman | Catcher | 132 | 2026 | 4 | 8 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | .375 | .375 | .375 | .750 | 1.1 | |
| Matt Chapman | Third Base | 295 | 2023 | 7 | 29 | 8 | 1 | 1 | 3 | .276 | .300 | .448 | .748 | 3.9 | |
| Spencer Horwitz | First Base | 112 | 2024 | 6 | 16 | 4 | 4 | 0 | 2 | .250 | .381 | .313 | .694 | 2.0 | |
| Bo Bichette | Third Base | 748 | 2025 | 7 | 31 | 8 | 2 | 0 | 5 | .258 | .303 | .323 | .626 | 3.0 | |
| Gabriel Moreno | Catcher | 25 | 2022 | 7 | 22 | 5 | 2 | 0 | 2 | .227 | .292 | .318 | .610 | 2.0 | |
| Santiago Espinal | Third Base | 347 | 2023 | 2 | 4 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 2 | .250 | .250 | .250 | .500 | 0.3 | |
| Ty France | First Base | 37 | 2025 | 2 | 5 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | .200 | .200 | .200 | .400 | 0.2 | |
| Isiah Kiner-Falefa | Second Base | 102 | 2025 | 2 | 2 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | .000 | .333 | .000 | .333 | 0.0 | |
| Rob Refsnyder | Designated Hitter | 32 | 2017 | 4 | 10 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 0 | .000 | .167 | .000 | .167 | 0.0 | |
| Randal Grichuk | Designated Hitter | 479 | 2021 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | .000 | .000 | .000 | .000 | NaN | |
| Reese McGuire | Catcher | 141 | 2021 | 3 | 6 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | .000 | .000 | .000 | .000 | 0.0 |
| Name | JGP | Ex since | GP | GS | IP | W | L | ERA | K | BB | HR | WHIP | S | HLD | RP | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tim Mayza | 352 | 2024 | 3 | 0 | 4.0 | 0 | 0 | 0.00 | 5 | 0 | 0 | 0.00 | 0 | 0 | 2.1 | |
| Bryan Baker | 1 | 2021 | 1 | 0 | 1.0 | 1 | 0 | 0.00 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0.00 | 0 | 0 | 0.5 | |
| Ryan Yarbrough | 12 | 2024 | 2 | 0 | 2.2 | 0 | 0 | 0.00 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0.38 | 0 | 0 | 1.2 | |
| Jordan Romano | 231 | 2024 | 3 | 0 | 2.2 | 0 | 0 | 0.00 | 4 | 1 | 0 | 0.38 | 2 | 0 | 1.2 | |
| Zach Pop | 90 | 2024 | 2 | 0 | 2.0 | 0 | 0 | 0.00 | 4 | 1 | 0 | 0.50 | 0 | 0 | 1.1 | |
| Jordan Hicks | 25 | 2023 | 2 | 0 | 2.2 | 0 | 0 | 0.00 | 1 | 2 | 0 | 0.75 | 1 | 1 | 1.2 | |
| Seranthony Domínguez | 24 | 2025 | 2 | 0 | 2.1 | 1 | 0 | 0.00 | 3 | 1 | 0 | 0.86 | 1 | 0 | 1.1 | |
| Matt Gage | 11 | 2022 | 2 | 0 | 2.2 | 0 | 0 | 0.00 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 1.13 | 0 | 1 | 1.2 | |
| Mark Leiter Jr. | 8 | 2018 | 3 | 0 | 3.0 | 0 | 0 | 0.00 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 1.67 | 1 | 0 | 1.6 | |
| Steven Matz | 29 | 2021 | 1 | 1 | 6.0 | 1 | 0 | 1.50 | 8 | 2 | 0 | 0.67 | 0 | 0 | 2.2 | |
| Matthew Boyd | 2 | 2015 | 1 | 1 | 5.2 | 1 | 0 | 1.59 | 10 | 2 | 0 | 0.71 | 0 | 0 | 1.8 | |
| Shaun Anderson | 1 | 2022 | 2 | 0 | 5.0 | 1 | 0 | 1.80 | 2 | 3 | 0 | 1.00 | 0 | 0 | 1.7 | |
| Foster Griffin | 1 | 2022 | 2 | 2 | 10.0 | 1 | 0 | 2.70 | 11 | 3 | 2 | 1.30 | 0 | 0 | 2.3 | |
| Anthony Banda | 7 | 2022 | 3 | 0 | 3.0 | 0 | 0 | 3.00 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0.67 | 0 | 0 | 0.6 | |
| Justin Bruihl | 15 | 2025 | 3 | 0 | 3.0 | 0 | 0 | 3.00 | 1 | 2 | 0 | 1.33 | 0 | 0 | 0.6 | |
| Robbie Ray | 37 | 2021 | 1 | 1 | 5.1 | 1 | 0 | 3.38 | 7 | 3 | 1 | 1.13 | 0 | 0 | 0.7 | |
| Austin Voth | 2 | 2026 | 1 | 0 | 2.2 | 0 | 0 | 3.38 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 1.50 | 0 | 0 | 0.2 | |
| Anthony Kay | 28 | 2022 | 1 | 0 | 4.1 | 0 | 0 | 4.15 | 0 | 2 | 1 | 1.15 | 0 | 0 | 0.2 | |
| Ryan Borucki | 79 | 2025 | 2 | 0 | 2.0 | 0 | 0 | 4.50 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 1.50 | 0 | 0 | 0.1 | |
| Richard Lovelady | 2 | 2025 | 2 | 0 | 3.0 | 0 | 0 | 6.00 | 3 | 2 | 1 | 2.00 | 0 | 0 | -0.4 | |
| Yusei Kikuchi | 86 | 2024 | 1 | 1 | 5.1 | 0 | 1 | 8.44 | 5 | 4 | 0 | 1.88 | 0 | 0 | -2.3 | |
| Joel Payamps | 22 | 2021 | 2 | 0 | 1.0 | 0 | 1 | 9.00 | 2 | 0 | 1 | 2.00 | 0 | 0 | -0.5 | |
| Eric Lauer | 36 | 2026 | 1 | 1 | 2.0 | 0 | 1 | 9.00 | 0 | 3 | 0 | 3.00 | 0 | 0 | -0.9 | |
| Taijuan Walker | 6 | 2020 | 2 | 2 | 9.2 | 0 | 2 | 9.31 | 6 | 5 | 3 | 2.28 | 0 | 0 | -5.1 | |
| Chris Bassitt | 96 | 2025 | 2 | 2 | 6.1 | 0 | 2 | 14.21 | 3 | 6 | 1 | 2.84 | 0 | 0 | -6.7 |
| Ex-Blue Jay | ||
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| Mar 30 | Mets' Bo Bichette addresses boos from fans as he struggles in ope... ▼ | Bo Bichette |
| Bo Bichette signed a three-year, $126 million deal with the New York Mets in the offseason, transitioning to third base after spending his first seven seasons with the Toronto Blue Jays primarily at shortstop or as a designated hitter. He is adjusting to his new position and team, addressing fan reactions during the early part of the season. | ||
| Mar 31 | Mets' Bo Bichette heard the boos — and he went from bum to hero -... ▼ | Bo Bichette |
| Bo Bichette came through with a crucial go-ahead single in the fifth inning, lining a 106.8 mph hit to score Carson Benge and help the Mets secure a 4-2 win over the Cardinals in St. Louis. Despite being 1-for-5 with a hard-hit out at the bases loaded, his performance marked a turnaround from a poor start to the season. | ||
| Mar 31 | Orioles' Chris Bassitt: Struggles in debut - CBS Sports ▼ | Chris Bassitt |
| Chris Bassitt took the loss in his Orioles debut against the Rangers, allowing four runs on six hits and four walks while striking out three over 4.1 innings, contributing to Baltimore's early deficit in a game they ultimately could not recover from. | ||
| Mar 31 | Astros prospect Zach Cole out indefinitely after being hit by pit... ▼ | Nate Pearson |
| Nate Pearson, recovering from an elbow issue that delayed his spring training, threw a 15-pitch live batting practice session in West Palm Beach, Fla., reaching 96 mph, and will need multiple such sessions before beginning a rehab assignment. | ||
| Apr 1 | Rangers beat Orioles 8-5 after neither deGrom nor Eflin makes it ... ▼ | Danny Jansen |
| Danny Jansen went 3-for-4 with a three-run home run, a single, and a double, helping lead the Texas Rangers to an 8-5 win over the Baltimore Orioles. His homer in the seventh inning extended the Rangers' lead and was a pivotal moment in the game. | ||
| Apr 1 | Angels 2-0 Cubs (Mar 31, 2026) Game Recap - ESPN ▼ | Jordan Romano |
| Jordan Romano earned his second save of the season by recording two outs in the ninth inning, including a strikeout of pinch-hitter Michael Conforto, to secure the Los Angeles Angels' 2-0 victory over the Chicago Cubs at Wrigley Field. | ||
| Apr 1 | Danny Jensen hits his first three-run home run in the - Yahoo Spo... ▼ | Danny Jansen |
| Danny Jansen hit his first three-run home run of the season to left-center field in the 7th inning, helping the Texas Rangers secure an 8-5 victory over the Baltimore Orioles. The home run was a pivotal moment in the game and marked a standout performance for Jansen. | ||
| Apr 1 | Astros' Nate Pearson: Faces hitters - CBS Sports ▼ | Nate Pearson |
| Nate Pearson, who signed with the Astros to be a starting pitcher, has been recovering from soreness in his surgically repaired right elbow and has recently begun facing hitters, suggesting a rehab assignment may be imminent. His current path to a role with the team appears to be through the bullpen. | ||
| Apr 1 | Cruz homers, Skenes returns to form as Pirates take series with 8... ▼ | Spencer Horwitz |
| Spencer Horwitz drew a bases-loaded walk in the sixth inning, helping the Pittsburgh Pirates take a 4-1 lead over the Reds in a game where the Pirates eventually won. His contribution was notable but not central to the game's outcome. | ||
| Apr 2 | Diamondbacks vs. Guardians (Jul 31, 2026) Live Score - ESPN ▼ | Lourdes Gurriel Jr. |
| Lourdes Gurriel Jr., the left fielder for the Arizona Diamondbacks, is currently on the 10-Day Injured List with an estimated return date of May 1, as noted in the team's injury report. | ||
| Apr 2 | Mets’ Bo Bichette predicted to continue struggling, but also proj... ▼ | Bo Bichette |
| Bo Bichette's start with the New York Mets has been difficult, as he has struggled offensively, going 1-for-14 with eight strikeouts, and defensively, with erratic throws from third base, leading to early boos from Mets fans. Despite the rough beginning, analysts believe he will eventually adjust, citing his past performance as evidence that he can overcome this slow start. | ||
| Apr 3 | FastCast: Thursday's best in - Yahoo Sports ▼ | Robbie Ray |
| Robbie Ray started for the Giants in a loss to the Yankees, giving up a home run to Aaron Judge. He also pitched in a 7-2 win over the Mets, recording seven strikeouts and allowing two runs. | ||
| Apr 3 | Giants Talk: Breaking down heated exchange between Matt Chapman, ... ▼ | Matt Chapman |
| Matt Chapman hit a solo home run in the third inning against the San Diego Padres at Petco Park, helping pad the Giants' lead, and also recorded two hits in a tied game against the Chicago White Sox. | ||
| Apr 3 | Dodgers 13, Nationals 6: New look leads to a new offense as Dodge... ▼ | Teoscar Hernández |
| Teoscar Hernndez went 2-for-4 with an infield single in the 3rd inning that sparked a rally and a double in the 5th inning that extended the Dodgers' lead, contributing to their offensive outburst in a game they won convincingly. | ||
| Apr 4 | Mets Morning News for April 4, 2026 - Yahoo Sports ▼ | Marcus Semien |
| Marcus Semien hit his first home run for the New York Mets in a 10-3 victory over the San Francisco Giants, helping the team snap a three-game losing streak with a strong offensive showing. | ||
| Apr 5 | Jo Adell robs Mariners of three homers in Angels' 1-0 win - ESPN ▼ | Jordan Romano |
| Jordan Romano, pitching for the Los Angeles Angels, earned his third save by retiring Cole Young on an infield popup and striking out Leo Rivas to close out a 1-0 win against the Seattle Mariners. | ||
| Apr 5 | Angels 1-0 Mariners (Apr 4, 2026) Game Recap - ESPN ▼ | Jordan Romano |
| Jordan Romano earned his third save of the season by pitching a scoreless ninth inning, retiring Cole Young on an infield popup and striking out Leo Rivas to close out the Los Angeles Angels' 1-0 victory over the Seattle Mariners. | ||
| Apr 5 | Diamondbacks' Jorge Barrosa: Sharing left field - CBS Sports ▼ | Lourdes Gurriel Jr. |
| Lourdes Gurriel Jr. is currently recovering from a knee injury and has not returned to play, with the expectation that he will resume playing left field once healthy, at which point the current platoon between Jorge Barrosa and Tim Tawa will likely end. | ||
| Apr 5 | Ryan O'Hearn homers and drives in 4 to lift Pirates over Orioles ... ▼ | Chris Bassitt |
| Chris Bassitt, the Orioles' starter, had a poor outing, allowing six runs in just two innings during a loss; he has now given up 10 runs in 6 1/3 innings over his first two starts with the team. | ||
| Apr 5 | Dodgers rally from down five to complete sweep of Nationals - Yah... ▼ | Teoscar Hernández |
| Teoscar Hern1ndez hit his first home run of the season off Clayton Beeter in the top of the ninth inning, a solo shot to left-center field that extended the Dodgers' lead to 7-6 in their eventual comeback victory over the Nationals, helping complete a sweep. | ||
| Apr 5 | Mets rally in 4-run 8th, win road series over Giants - Deadspin ▼ | Marcus Semien |
| Marcus Semien delivered an RBI double to left field during a 4-run 8th inning, helping the New York Mets overcome the San Francisco Giants and win the road series. He also made a defensive play earlier in the game, tagging out Jerar Encarnacion at second base. | ||
| Ex-Blue Jay | |||
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| Mar 31 | Milwaukee Brewers sent RF Steward Berroa on a rehab assignment to Nashville Sounds. | ASG | Steward Berroa |
| Mar 31 | Milwaukee Brewers sent RF Steward Berroa on a rehab assignment to Nashville Sounds. | ASG | Steward Berroa |
| Mar 31 | Milwaukee Brewers sent RF Steward Berroa on a rehab assignment to Nashville Sounds. | ASG | Steward Berroa |
| Apr 2 | Somerset Patriots placed RHP Yerry Rodríguez on the 7-day injured list. | SC | Yerry Rodríguez |
| Apr 2 | Nashville Sounds activated RF Steward Berroa. | SC | Steward Berroa |
| Apr 2 | Milwaukee Brewers optioned RF Steward Berroa to Nashville Sounds. | OPT | Steward Berroa |
| Apr 3 | Milwaukee Brewers designated RF Steward Berroa for assignment. | DES | Steward Berroa |
| Apr 4 | Somerset Patriots sent RHP Yerry Rodríguez on a rehab assignment to Tampa Tarpons. | ASG | Yerry Rodríguez |
| Apr 4 | Somerset Patriots sent RHP Yerry Rodríguez on a rehab assignment to Tampa Tarpons. | ASG | Yerry Rodríguez |
| ex-Blue Jays | ||
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| Apr 6 - Apr 8 | home to the Los Angeles Dodgers | Teoscar Hernández Santiago Espinal Brock Stewart |
| Apr 10 - Apr 12 | home to the Minnesota Twins | Anthony Banda |
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