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Blue Jays suffer heavy loss to Royals, manager addresses booing fans

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 28, 2026, 5:54 AM

Last updated Aug 28, 2026

Blue Jays suffer heavy loss to Royals, manager addresses booing fans

Summary

The Toronto Blue Jays experienced a significant setback, losing 13-2 to the Kansas City Royals on August 27 at Rogers Centre. Manager John Schneider acknowledged the fans' frustration, emphasizing their right to express disappointment. The defeat marks one of the toughest losses for the Blue Jays this season, as they struggle to maintain hopes for a postseason berth. With this loss, Toronto falls 3.5 games behind the Cleveland Guardians, impacting their playoff chances, now estimated at 9.8%. The Blue Jays will next face the Seattle Mariners as they look to rebound.

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Status Watch

•Blue Jays lose 13-2 to Royals on August 27.
•Manager John Schneider comments on fan reactions.
•Toronto slips 3.5 games behind the Guardians.
•Blue Jays' playoff chances now at 9.8%.
•Next game is against the Seattle Mariners.

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5:54 AMYahoo Sports — Blue Jays Manager Sends Honest Message to Booing Fans After Royals Loss

What they're saying

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It was a frustrating night for the Toronto Blue Jays. Clinging desperately to hope in the American League postseason race, Toronto suffered a crushing 13-2 defeat to the Kansas City Royals, to a chorus of boos. “There’s no better fans in the sport…they’re entitled to their opinion,” Blue Jays manager John Schneider told MLB.com’s Keegan […] The post Blue Jays Manager Sends Honest Message to Booing Fans After Royals Loss appeared first on HEAVY.
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