What is the Toronto Blue Jays record in 2026?

The Toronto Blue Jays are 4-1, 1st in the AL East.

Who is pitching for the Blue Jays today?

Kevin Gausman (0-0, 1.50 ERA) vs Kyle Freeland (0-1, 4.15 ERA). First pitch at 01:07 PM EDT.

What channel is the Blue Jays game on today?

Today's game airs on Sportsnet, Rockies.TV. First pitch at 01:07 PM EDT.

Toronto Blue Jays News & Updates

April 01, 2026

The Toronto Blue Jays were 4-1, 1st in the AL East. Yesterday, the Toronto Blue Jays handled the Colorado Rockies 5-1 at Rogers Centre.

Blue Jays Daily Vibe Check

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taking over first place

Just 5 games into the season. The foundation feels stable. Moved into first. That's a big deal for the score. Also helping: winning by 4 last night moved the needle.

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Blue Jays Game on April 01

Opponent:	Colorado Rockies (1-4)
Location:	Rogers Centre
First Pitch:	01:07 PM EDT
Pitching Matchup:	Kevin Gausman (0-0, 1.50 ERA) vs Kyle Freeland (0-1, 4.15 ERA)
TV Broadcast:	Sportsnet, Rockies.TV
Forecast:	🌤️ Mostly sunny, 73°F, Wind 11 mph

Blue Jays Score & Recap

Yesterday, the Toronto Blue Jays handled the Colorado Rockies 5-1 at Rogers Centre.

	1	2	3	4	5	6	7	8	9	R	H	E
	0	0	0	0	0	1	0	0	0	1	7	0
	0	0	0	0	2	0	3	0		5	14	0

Blue Jays Record & Standings

AL East

Team	W	L	PCT	GB	STRK
Blue Jays	4	1	.800		W1
Yankees	4	1	.800		W1
Orioles	2	3	.400	2.0	L2
Rays	2	3	.400	2.0	L1
Red Sox	1	4	.200	3.0	L4

Toronto Blue Jays are 4-1 in their last 7 games, with a 0 run differential.

Blue Jays Player Stats & Leaders

Batting Leaders

Player	HR	AVG	OPS	RBI
12 Jesús Sánchez	1	.462	1.255	4
3 Myles Straw	0	.667	1.334	0
0 Andrés Giménez	1	.444	1.222	5

Hot Hitters

Player	Streak
4 George Springer	3 hits, 2 HR, 2 RBI, .25 AVG in last 3 games
12 Jesús Sánchez	5 hits, 1 HR, 3 RBI, .455 AVG in last 3 games
7 Kazuma Okamoto	3 hits, 2 HR, 3 RBI, .25 AVG in last 3 games
27 Vladimir Guerrero Jr.	4 hits, 1 RBI, .4 AVG in last 3 games

Hot Pitchers

Pitcher	Streak
77 Louis Varland	3.1 scoreless IP, 5 K in 3 recent games

Blue Jays News

The Toronto Blue Jays bounced back from yesterday’s 9-run loss to the Rockies with a solid 5-1 victory, showcasing a more balanced offense and a reassuring performance from Max Scherzer, who hit 95 mph during his 2026 season debut. The Jays collected 14 hits and four walks, demonstrating their ability to manufacture runs even without slugging bombs. Meanwhile, Kazuma Okamoto made a remarkable first impression, drawing praise as fans contrast him with his predecessor, Bo Bichette, who faced boos in New York. This victory not only lifts the team's spirits but also underscores the importance of a resilient bullpen that kept the game low-stress. With a 3-1 record, the Jays are looking to build momentum as the season unfolds.

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Bluebirdbanter

Jays Down Rockies 5-1

I said it almost had to go better than yesterday, and it did. Max Scherzer was regularly getting it up to 95 tonight, which has to be a good sign. The offence wasn’t slugging but they notched 14 hits and four walks, and the bullpen kept things low stress. A nice bounce back all around. […]

Bluebirdbanter

Game #5 GameThread: Rockies @ Jays

When this goes up, we will be on day 8 of our Japanese adventure. I played tennis a week before we were leaving and a friend I was playing with asked if I was going stop playing since there was only a week until we leave and I wouldn’t want to hurt myself. I said […]

Bluejaysnation

Max Scherzer conquers last year’s ghosts in ’26 season debut

TORONTO — Welcome to season No. 19, Max Scherzer. Back for a second stint with the Toronto Blue Jays, Scherzer made his 2026 season debut at the Rogers Centre against the Colorado Rockies on Tuesday, marking his official return — and first meaningful start since Game 7 of the World Series — after rejoining the…

Bluejaysnation

Blue Jays: JoJo Parker will begin season in Single-A as affiliates announce Opening Day rosters

Minor League Baseball truly begins this week. Last week, the Toronto Blue Jays’ Triple-A team, the Buffalo Bisons, began their season. Well this week, the Double-A New Hampshire Fisher Cats, High-A Vancouver Canadians, and Single-A Dunedin Blue Jays begin their season. On Tuesday afternoon, all three teams released their Opening Day schedule. Let’s take…

Jaysjournal

While ex-Blue Jay Bichette gets booed, his replacement gets showered with praise

Kazuma Okamoto's debut with the Toronto Blue Jays could not have gone any better. In fact, compared to his predecessor Bo Bichette, Okamoto's debut was a breeze while Bichette was feeling the wrath of the New York Mets faithful.

Jaysjournal

Prospect Blue Jays just traded for has incredible name (and bizarre minors moment)

Dub Gleed is the newest member of the Toronto Blue Jays and he easily wins the award for the prospect with the best name in Toronto's minor league system.

Blue Jays Upcoming Schedule

The Toronto Blue Jays visit the Chicago White Sox for a 3-game series starting Thursday.

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