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The Toronto Blue Jays have endured ups and downs this year. The Blue Jays have dealt with injuries and underperformance. At 27-29, Toronto is currently in third place in the American League East standings. One player who has performed consistently well for the Blue Jays in 2026 is reliever Louis Varland , who recently received a bold claim from manager John Schneider , via MLB Network Radio.
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“I think he’s right up there with one of the best relievers in the game right now,” Schneider said. “… He’s really blossomed into an elite reliever. I put him in in the highest leverage spots that I can.”
Varland, 28, has been incredible this season. The right-handed hurler has pitched to a stellar 0.31 ERA in his 26 appearances on the mound. Varland has seven saves as well.
In all reality, Varland is a reliever who could find success in multiple roles. He clearly has what it takes to close games, but he can be a weapon in the 7th or 8th innings as well if necessary.
Schneider clearly appreciates everything Varland offers the ball club. Toronto understands that Varland has played a pivotal role in the bullpen.
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The Blue Jays need other players to step up, but they certainly will not complain about Louis Varland’s performance so far during the 2026 MLB season.
Toronto has gone 6-4 over its past 10 games. The Blue Jays most recently defeated the Miami Marlins by a final score of 2-1 on Wednesday. On Thursday, the team will begin a four-game series against the Orioles in Baltimore . First pitch for the contest on Thursday night is scheduled for 6:35 PM EST.
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