⚾ Blue Jays Update — August 18, 2026

The Blue Jays enter tonight’s series opener in Tampa Bay at 61–65, sitting fifth in the AL East. Toronto has won five of its last six games, including a 2–1 series win over the Yankees.

The biggest concern remains Vladimir Guerrero Jr., who is on the 7-day concussion injured list after Friday’s collision with George Lombard Jr.

Tonight’s matchup

Blue Jays: José Soriano (9–6, 3.23 ERA)
Rays: Nick Martinez (12–3, 2.74 ERA)
First pitch: 6:40 p.m. ET in St. Petersburg. Tampa Bay enters at 75–49, leading the AL East.

Toronto will need another strong performance from its pitching staff and continued production from players such as Charles McAdoo, who drove in the go-ahead runs in Saturday’s win over New York. The Jays are playing meaningful baseball again — but Tampa Bay will be a major test.