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Blue Jays begin critical home series against Red Sox today

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 10, 2026, 5:27 PM

Last updated Aug 10, 2026

Blue Jays begin critical home series against Red Sox today

Summary

The Toronto Blue Jays face the Boston Red Sox in a four-game series starting tonight at home. They are coming off a close loss to the Philadelphia Phillies, who defeated them 7-6 in 12 innings on August 9, 2026. This week is crucial as the Jays also prepare for a three-game series against the New York Yankees. Starting pitchers for the series include Sonny Gray for the Jays and Jameson Taillon for the Red Sox in tonight's matchup. Injuries remain a concern, particularly for Trey Yesavage, who is assessing his knee with a doctor today and may need surgery.

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By the Numbers

•Jays start a four-game series against the Red Sox at home.
•Toronto lost to the Phillies 7-6 on August 9, 2026.
•Sonny Gray (14-2, 2.78) faces Jameson Taillon (2-6, 5.96) today.
•Trey Yesavage may require knee surgery after doctor evaluation.
•Johnny King promoted to the Fisher Cats after a strong performance.

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5:27 PMYahoo Sports — Monday Bantering: Jays Notes

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The Jays start a four-game series against the Red Sox tonight and then three games with the Yankees, all at home. So it is a tough week. Of course they play the Rays and Yankees on the road next week, so it doesn’t get easier. Starting Pitchers: I’d think the Jays would need to, at […]
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