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Blue Jays sweep the A's, who still think they have a shot: 'The best part of our season is yet to come' - The Athletic
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MLB: Offseason trade targets Blue Jays should consider
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Contrast between Blue Jays and A's not lost on Matt Chapman in Oakland return
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Matt Chapman enters free-agent year poised for success
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New Jays starter Bassitt didn't need a sales pitch on his new team
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Blue Jays exit August with a victory but need a red-hot September: 'Every game is a must-win' - The Athletic
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Newly signed Blue Jays right-hander Chris Bassitt has high expectations for team
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Chris Bassitt Explains Why Blue Jays Was The Right Fit
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October baseball arrives with 12-team bracket set; postseason action beginning Tuesday
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Guerrero and Kirk HR, Bassitt wins as Blue Jays blank Padres 4-0 to avoid sweep
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Here to Win': Bassitt Joins Blue Jays Aiming For Top Prize - Sports Illustrated Toronto Blue Jays News, Analysis and More
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Blue Jays pitcher Chris Bassitt not buying Aaron Judge's dugout-peeking explanation: 'Yeah it was a lie