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Blue Jays set starting pitchers for series against Yankees

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Last updated Aug 13, 2026

Blue Jays set starting pitchers for series against Yankees

Summary

The Toronto Blue Jays announced their starting pitchers for a pivotal three-game series against the New York Yankees starting August 14. After winning a series against the Boston Red Sox, Toronto aims to continue its momentum as they strive for a playoff spot. Shane Bieber will start the opener against the Yankees' Gerrit Cole, followed by an undetermined Blue Jays starter facing Cam Schlittler, and Dylan Cease taking the mound for the series finale against Ryan Weathers. This series is critical for Toronto's postseason aspirations.

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•Bieber opens for Blue Jays on August 14 against Cole.
•Saturday's starter for Toronto remains undecided.
•Cease pitches in the series finale on August 16.
•Blue Jays have won seven of their last ten games.
•Series impacts Toronto's playoff prospects.

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10:36 PMYahoo Sports — Blue Jays Announce Starting Pitchers For Crucial Series vs Yankees

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The Toronto Blue Jays are gearing up for a crucial three-game series with the New York Yankees this weekend. After taking a massive series against the Boston Red Sox, Toronto will be looking to keep up the winning ways against another American League East rival. The Blue Jays have been trying to battle back from […] The post Blue Jays Announce Starting Pitchers For Crucial Series vs Yankees appeared first on HEAVY.
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Yahoo SportsAug 13, 2026, 10:36 PM
Blue Jays Announce Starting Pitchers For Crucial Series vs Yankees
The Toronto Blue Jays are gearing up for a crucial three-game series with the New York Yankees this weekend. After taking a massive series against the Boston Red Sox, Toronto will be looking to keep up the winning ways against another American League East rival. The Blue Jays have been trying to battle back from […] The post Blue Jays Announce Starting Pitchers For Crucial Series vs Yankees appeared first on HEAVY.

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