Toronto Blue Jays' biggest surprise (and disappointment) of the first half

Louis Varland became the Blue Jays' biggest surprise, while George Springer emerged as Toronto's biggest first-half disappointment.

Toronto Blue Jays Quietly Sign 5-Year MLB Veteran Before All-Star Break

The Toronto Blue Jays, much like the 29 other MLB teams, wrapped up their last game before the All-Star break on Sunday afternoon. Toronto, which was out West facing the San Diego Padres, lost its series finale 5-4.
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In the news today: Middle East tensions, Toronto shooting tribute, ticks on the rise

Here is a roundup of stories from The Canadian Press designed to bring you up to speed

Deadly Toronto festival shooting prompts calls for better security. But that misses the key issue, expert says

A York professor who studies mass casualty incidents says a weekend shooting at Salsa on St. Clair that left two people dead and several others injured raises more questions about gun violence than festival security.

Minnesota Twins Make Intriguing Trade With Toronto Blue Jays

The Twins announced on Friday that they have acquired right-hander Tommy Nance from the Toronto Blue Jays. Minnesota dealt catching prospect Ryan Sprock and International Signing Bonus Pool Space to Toronto. To make space for Nance on the 40-man roster, the Twins transferred Mick Abel to the 60-day injured list.

Tiroteo cerca de un festival callejero en Toronto deja 2 muertos y 4 heridos, dice la policía

Un tiroteo cerca de un festival callejero en Toronto dejó el sábado dos muertos y cuatro heridos, obligando a la policía a advertir de una situación de tirador activo antes informar posteriormente que la zona estaba asegurada.