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We missed out on one #HugWatch today as David Phelps was traded to the Cubs, but it will still be in full force less than 24 hours to the trade deadline.
Facebook tells me that on this day in Blue Jays history, Steve Pearce hit his walk off grand slam in 2017, and the Jays made it to the top of the AL East in 2016. How the times have changed.
Also, I’m liking the new guy already:
What is poutine?
— Anthony Kay (@TonyBuckets18) July 30, 2019
— Anthony Kay (@TonyBuckets18) July 30, 2019
In other updates, Dalton Pompey has cleared waivers and has been sent to AAA Buffalo.
Ken Giles has received a cortisone shot in his elbow and will play catch in two days.
Here are today’s lineups. Smoak is out again (please don’t trade him), Bichette is up to the lead off spot, and Jansen will catch for Sean Reid-Foley.
Poll
Will a son of a big leaguer hit a home run tonight?
Poll
Will a trade from either team be announced during the game tonight?
This poll is closed
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65%
It seems inevitable
(34 votes) -
34%
Not tonight
(18 votes)
Poll
How many runs will Sean Reid-Foley give up tonight?
This poll is closed
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8%
0
(5 votes) -
33%
1-2
(20 votes) -
38%
3-4
(23 votes) -
18%
5+
(11 votes)
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