Through 25 spring training games, the Blue Jays hold a 13-11-1 record.
The Blue Jays have four out of their last five games in spring training. There are only eight games remaining on their schedule.
Toronto is aiming to improve on its 2022 season. The Blue Jays made the postseason as the first Wild-Card team, finishing second in the AL East with a record of 92-70. It marked the first time the club reached 90 wins in back-to-back seasons since the early '90s.
However, the Blue Jays failed to win a postseason game, as the Mariners swept the team in two games in the Wild-Card round of the 2022 playoffs. It was a disappointing ending for a team that entered the season with World Series aspirations.
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Here is everything you need to know for Blue Jays' spring training in 2023.
Where do the Blue Jays host spring training?
Toronto's spring training is in Dunedin, Fla. The team plays at TD Ballpark, home of the Dunedin Blue Jays of the Florida State League, the Low-A affiliate of Toronto.
The team has been playing in Dunedin since 1977 when the Blue Jays became an expansion team in the MLB.
When does Blue Jays 2023 spring training start?
Pitchers and catchers first reported to spring training on Feb. 19. The full squad will be in Dunedin on Feb. 21.
Players that are participating in the World Baseball Classic reported earlier than the rest.
What channel is Blue Jays spring training on?
- TV Channel: Sportsnet
- Live stream: SN NOW
All 16 Blue Jays spring training home games will be on Sportsnet. The channel is also going to air select away games.
Fans can stream the games through SN NOW.
Blue Jays spring training schedule 2023
Toronto has 33 games scheduled in the Grapefruit League for 2023 spring training. The team will play 16 home games and 17 away games during that time.
The first game is scheduled for Saturday, Feb. 25 against the Pirates in Bradenton, Fla. The next day, Sunday, Feb. 26, will be the Blue Jays' home opener in Dunedin.
The final game for the Blue Jays' spring training slate will be Tuesday, March 28 against the Phillies in Clearwater.
| Date | Matchup | Time (ET)/ Results |
|---|---|---|
| Saturday, Feb. 25 | at Pirates | 9-7 (W) |
| Sunday, Feb. 26 | vs. Yankees | 9-5 (L) |
| Monday, Feb. 27 | at Braves | 7-0 (L) |
| Tuesday, Feb. 28 | at Phillies | 7-2 (L) |
| Tuesday, Feb. 28 | vs. Tigers | 6-4 (W) |
| Wednesday, March 1 | at Orioles | 2-1 (W) |
| Thursday, March 2 | vs. Pirates | 2-2 (T) |
| Friday, March 3 | vs. Rays | 7-6 (W) |
| Saturday, March 4 | at Tigers | 18-5 (W) |
| Sunday, March 5 | vs. Phillies | 16-4 (W) |
| Tuesday, March 7 | at Pirates | 7-2 (L) |
| Wednesday, March 8 | vs. Twins | 7-0 (L) |
| Thursday, March 9 | at Rays | 6-1 (L) |
| Thursday, March 9 | vs. Braves | 3-1 (W) |
| Friday, March 10 | at Red Sox | 2-0 (W) |
| Saturday, March 11 | vs. Orioles | 8-6 (W) |
| Sunday, March 12 | at Phillies | 8-3 (W) |
| Monday, March 13 | vs. Red Sox | 16-3 (W) |
| Tuesday, March 14 | at Yankees | 10-3 (L) |
| Wednesday, March 15 | vs. Pirates | 7-1 (W) |
| Thursday, March 16 | at Orioles | 7-4 (L) |
| Friday, March 17 | at Phillies | 4-2 (L) |
| Friday, March 17 | vs. Phillies | 8-1 (L) |
| Saturday, March 18 | vs. Yankees | 5-2 (W) |
| Sunday, March 19 | at Rays | 1-0 (L) |
| Monday, March 20 | at Tigers | 1:05 p.m. |
| Wednesday, March 22 | vs. Orioles | 1:07 p.m. |
| Thursday, March 23 | at Twins | 1:07 p.m. |
| Friday, March 24 | vs. Phillies | 6:07 p.m. |
| Saturday, March 25 | vs. Tigers | 6:07 p.m. |
| Sunday, March 26 | at Yankees | 1:05 p.m. |
| Monday, March 27 | vs. Phillies | 1:07 p.m. |
| Tuesday, March 28 | at Phillies | 12:05 p.m. |
Toronto Blue Jays Roster
What is the Blue Jays projected starting rotation?
The lone loss from the 2022 rotation was Ross Stripling, who began the year in the bullpen and worked his way to a starting role when injuries opened a spot. In his place is veteran right-hander Chris Bassitt, who signed a three-year deal this offseason.
Bassitt gives the Blue Jays a strong No. 3 option behind aces Alek Manoah and Kevin Gausman. Jose Berrios and Yusei Kikuchi are going to round out the rotation.
Hyun-Jin Ryu is expected to start the season on the injured list. He is coming off left elbow surgery from last summer.
Here is a look at the projected Opening Day rotation for the Blue Jays.
| 1. | Alek Manoah |
| 2. | Kevin Gausman |
| 3. | Chris Bassitt |
| 4. | Jose Berrios |
| 5. | Yusei Kikuchi |
What is the Blue Jays projected starting lineup?
There are going to be a few new names in the lineup for the Blues to start the 2023 season.
Toronto made two big trades this offseason. First, the Blue Jays traded away outfielder Teoscar Hernandez to the Mariners to add help in the bullpen, bringing in reliever Erik Swanson and pitching prospect Adam Macko.
Then, Toronto acquired outfielder/catcher Daulton Varsho from the Diamondbacks. The deal sent outfielder Lourdies Gurriel Jr. and catching prospect Gabriel Moreno back to Arizona. While it cost a large amount, Varsho is expected to be an everyday player that can hit in the middle of the lineup.
The team also signed veterans Kevin Kiermaier and Brandon Belt. Kiermaier should help defensively in the outfield while Belt can be a left-handed option to use at DH.
Here is a look at the projected Opening Day lineup for the Blue Jays.
| RF | George Springer |
| SS | Bo Bichette |
| 1B | Vladimir Guerrero Jr. |
| C | Alejandro Kirk |
| LF | Daulton Varsho |
| 3B | Matt Chapman |
| DH | Brandon Belt |
| 2B | Whit Merrifield |
| CF | Kevin Kiermaier |
