TORONTO BLUE JAYS TICKETS

Angels' offense flies off Burnett
A.J. Burnett allowed eight runs (six earned) on 12 hits in seven innings as the Blue Jays fell to the Angels, 8-2, on Friday. Joe Inglett had an RBI triple and Alex Rios had an RBI single in the eighth inning.

Deal may end shortstop merry-go-round
The Blue Jays have had trouble sticking with a regular shortstop all year, most recently alternating between Marco Scutaro, David Eckstein and John McDonald. With the July 31 trade deadline approaching, an upgrade at the position will likely be a high priority.

Accardo in Anaheim for second opinion
Reliever Jeremy Accardo was in Anaheim on Friday night, in anticipation of his Saturday appointment with specialist Dr. Lewis Yocum, who will reexamine his ailing right forearm. Accardo is still at least two weeks away from returning to the Blue Jays.

Lind given vote of confidence by Gaston
Jays'left fielder Adam Lind has been enjoying success with increased playing time.

Blue Jays drop finale to Mariners
The Blue Jays' road woes continued on Wednesday night, when Toronto dropped a 4-2 decision to Seattle at Safeco Field. It was the second defeat in a row for the Jays, who have lost each of their past five series away from home.

Jays need hot streak to hit .500 by break
Toronto would need to compile a 7-2 record leading up to the All-Star break to achieve manager Cito Gaston's goal of reaching the .500 mark.

League waiting for chance out of bullpen
It's been 10 days since Toronto summoned League from Triple-A Syracuse and 12 since he last took the mound in a game. Blue Jays manager Cito Gaston has been trying to find the most opportune time to use the pitcher, but the right situation hasn't come up.

Jays' bullpen gives up late lead in loss
The Mariners pieced together a late rally, sending the Blue Jays to a 7-6 loss in walk-off fashion on Tuesday night at Safeco Field. Willie Bloomquist singled home the decisive run with one out in the bottom of the ninth for Seattle to seal the defeat.

Rios should 'stick with his plan' at plate
Blue Jays manager Cito Gaston has repeatedly pointed out the importance of his hitters having a plan when they step into the batter's box. Gaston said he believes that's especially the case when it comes to Toronto's Alex Rios.

Complete games are Halladay's hallmark
Blue Jays ace Roy Halladay is a workhorse in its truest form: an old-school innings eater who would log nine every time out, if possible.

Marcum could be activated by July 21
Should Shaun Marcum experience no setbacks in his recovery from a strained right elbow, Toronto pitching coach Brad Arnsberg said the starter could be activated by July 21 at the earliest.

Halladay shuts out Mariners
The Blue Jays rode a stellar performance from Roy Halladay to a 2-0 victory over the Mariners on Monday night at Safeco Field in the opener of a three-game series.

Gaston prepared to juggle catchers' time
Blue Jays manager Cito Gaston doesn't necessarily have a set plan for dividing the playing time between catchers Gregg Zaun and Rod Barajas. All Gaston knows at this point is that both will see time behind the plate going forward.

Jays' Hill moves rehab to Florida
It's been a month and counting since Aaron Hill suffered a concussion and there's still no hint as to when the Blue Jays' second baseman might return from the disabled list. That doesn't mean that Toronto isn't inching closer to a timetable.

Mailbag: Will Blue Jays buy at deadline?
What are the Blue Jays' plans for the upcoming trade deadline? Is there enough time to recoup this season and turn it around? Is there anyone in the Minor Leagues with big bat potential? Beat reporter Jordan Bastian answers these questions and more in the mailbag.

Burnett baffles Braves in series finale
Burnett baffles Braves in finale

With extra lively fastball, Ryan dominant
While B.J. Ryan struggled for a stretch early in June, he's back on the top of his game now -- bad news for the Mariners, whom the Jays visit this week.

Wells in need of ballot-box help
Among all Blue Jays' position players, perhaps the only one deserving an All-Star spot this year is Vernon Wells. Despite missing 26 games with a broken left wrist, the now-healthy Wells remains the heart of Toronto's offensive attack.