Blue Jays Morning Brew: Guerrero, Donaldson, Estrada & Shapiro

Your Toronto Blue Jays news and notes for Sunday, April 16th, 2017, a day after the boys in blue ended their 7-game losing streak in dramatic fashion.

Shapiro Not Looking For Reinforcements Yet

Shi Davidi of Sportsnet spoke with Blue Jays General Manager Mark Shapiro prior to yesterday’s win. Shapiro reiterated that he was not seeking outside reinforcements in light of the Jays lackluster start to the season. Check out the full article HERE:

"“It’s not a time you get external help,” said Shapiro. “Less than 10 games in, this is not the time to start looking at external help. There may be a time and a place when you start to think about that, but you’re not going to replace five hitters.We need to remember why we believe in these guys, remember their track records, recognize that they are extremely competitive and that they are high-character guys. They care, they’re working hard and continue to believe that it will turn, as much as it doesn’t feel like that at any given moment, that’s the cruelty of baseball. It’s not a game for weak players or weak people. It tests your toughness all the time.”"

Donaldson Injury And Must See Interview 

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Josh Donaldson officially landed on the disabled list after re-aggravating his calf muscle injury that has plagued him for most of the spring. There is no timetable for the slugger’s return as of yet, however, he is eligible to be activated after 10-days.

Former Blue Jay Mark DeRosa did an exclusive interview with JD that is a must see if you have not already. Donaldson opens up about many things including how he wants everyone to know he is the best player in the ballpark when he walks onto the diamond.

Vladimir Guerrero Jr. Goes Yard 

Vladdy Jr went yard for the first time as a Lansing Lugnut, the slugger went oppo for his first round tripper of the season. It’s a beautiful thing Blue Jays fans.

Marco Estrada Destined To Be A Blue Jay

A childhood photo of Estrada has surfaced where the youngster is repping Blue Jays gear presumably for a Little League team he was playing for back in the day. Even as a youngster Marco rocked the blue with pride.

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That’s your morning brew for Sunday, let’s cheer on the Jays and see if they can extend their winning streak and take a split with the Orioles today.