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The Toronto Blue Jays are a professional baseball team based in Toronto, Canada. They compete in Major League Baseball (MLB) as a member club of the American League (AL) East division. The Blue Jays were established in 1977 and played their first game on April 7, 1977, against the Chicago White Sox, which they won in dramatic fashion with a walk-off home run in the bottom of the ninth inning.

Team History

The Blue Jays were created as an expansion team in 1977, alongside the Seattle Mariners. The team struggled early on, finishing at the bottom of their division for their first five years. However, in 1983, the team hired Bobby Cox as their manager, and things began to turn around. Cox led the team to their first winning season in 1983, and they won their first division title in 1985.

The Blue Jays’ success continued throughout the late 1980s and early 1990s. They won five division titles in nine years and made the playoffs in six of those years. The team won back-to-back World Series championships in 1992 and 1993, becoming the first non-U.S. team to win the championship.

After their championship run, the Blue Jays went through a period of rebuilding and struggled throughout the late 1990s and early 2000s. However, they returned to the playoffs in 2015, ending a 22-year postseason drought. The team continued to improve, winning their second division title in 2015 and reaching the AL Championship Series.

Home Stadium

The Blue Jays play their home games at Rogers Centre, located in downtown Toronto. The stadium, formerly known as SkyDome, was the first stadium to feature a retractable roof, allowing games to be played in any weather. The stadium has a seating capacity of over 49,000 and is known for its iconic CN Tower view.

Notable Players

The Blue Jays have had many great players throughout their history, including Roberto Alomar, Dave Stieb, Roy Halladay, and Carlos Delgado. However, one of the most notable players in franchise history is Jose Bautista. Bautista played for the Blue Jays from 2008-2017 and set the franchise record for most home runs in a season and a career.

The Toronto Blue Jays have a rich history and are one of the most successful teams in Major League Baseball. With a dedicated fan base and a talented roster, the Blue Jays are poised for continued success on the diamond.