Blue Jays GM Ross Atkins discusses veteran roster decisions at trade deadline
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 4, 2026, 3:12 AM
Last updated Aug 4, 2026
Toronto Blue Jays GM Ross Atkins addressed the team’s trade deadline decisions on August 3, 2026, confirming multiple trades including sending Kevin Gausman away and acquiring Jose Soriano. Atkins indicated the Blue Jays retained veterans George Springer, Max Scherzer, and Shane Bieber, despite their expiring contracts, due to their desire to push for a postseason run. Atkins noted Springer’s wish to remain in Toronto, while also highlighting the team's belief that Scherzer and Bieber provide essential support. The Blue Jays, currently facing a disappointing season, aim to regroup and make a late charge for the playoffs.
- •Blue Jays traded Kevin Gausman and acquired Jose Soriano.
- •George Springer, Max Scherzer, and Shane Bieber remain on the roster.
- •Springer expressed a desire to stay in Toronto.
- •Atkins believes the team can still compete for a postseason spot.
- •The Blue Jays are seeking to rebound from a challenging season.
- 3:12 AMYahoo Sports — Blue Jays GM Ross Atkins Comments on Trade Deadline
"Toronto Blue Jays general manager Ross Atkins commented on the trade deadline, including keeping several veterans on the team’s roster. The Blue Jays made several trades ahead of the MLB trade deadline, including trading away Kevin Gausman and acquiring Jose Soriano, among others. However, while the team traded several players, they also kept George Springer, […] The post Blue Jays GM Ross Atkins Comments on Trade Deadline appeared first on HEAVY.
Sources
External linksOriginal reporting and copyright belong to the linked sources. SportsNewsReport.com aggregates and links — it does not republish full articles.
Related Stories
Last 14 days- MLB•Aug 4, 2026, 3:38 AMBrian Cashman shuts down MLB trade deadline rumor involving Padres
- MLB•Aug 4, 2026, 3:36 AMAstros rumors: Organization members ‘befuddled’ by lack of trade deadline moves
- MLB•Aug 4, 2026, 3:11 AMJays Beat Astros
- MLB•Aug 4, 2026, 2:51 AMKirk goes deep as the Blue Jays snap the Astros’ 6-game streak in a 3-1 win
- MLB•Aug 4, 2026, 2:37 AMPlenty of buzz at trade deadline, but Texas Rangers stand pat
BaseballMLB•Aug 4, 2026, 2:16 AMHounds, Blue Jays gear up for playoffs
