Dylan Cease and Louis Varland shine for Blue Jays in 2026 season
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 15, 2026, 5:31 PM
Last updated Sep 15, 2026
The Toronto Blue Jays continue to struggle through the 2026 MLB season but are alive in the playoff hunt thanks to two standout players, Dylan Cease and Louis Varland. Cease, with an 11-5 record and a 2.38 ERA, is a Cy Young candidate, boasting 236 strikeouts this season. Varland, serving as a dominant closer, has 33 saves and a 1.32 ERA across 68 appearances. Both players have been pivotal in keeping the Blue Jays' postseason hopes alive amid a disappointing season.
- •Dylan Cease has a 6.1 bWAR and 236 strikeouts this season.
- •Louis Varland is considered among the top relievers in MLB.
- •The Blue Jays aim for a playoff spot despite a lackluster performance.
- •Cease's record is 11-5 with a 2.38 ERA in 2026.
- •Varland has recorded 33 saves with a 1.32 ERA.
- 5:31 PMYahoo Sports — Blue Jays have two major success stories despite shaky 2026 season
"These two success stories are the reason why Toronto is alive in the playoff hunt.
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