Blue Jays’ Wild Card Hopes Hang in Balance | MLB News

The Toronto Blue Jays are in freefall, clinging to a slim wild-card hope while their manager admits the trade deadline plans are “murky.” With nine games under .500, they’re still just 5.5 games out of a playoff spot — but only if they sweep the Cardinals and pray for chaos elsewhere: Mariners and Twins need losses, Guardians must stumble. A sweep? It’s not enough alone — but it’s the first crack at turning this season around. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/784034e970711ce6