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Lucas Silva

I've spent my entire life in Western Canada, but despite never having the pleasure of watching a game at the Rogers Centre, I'm a huge baseball fan and love everything Blue Jays. I'm currently enrolled in my fifth year of Journalism at Mount Royal University in Calgary, and look to grow as a writer as a part of the Jays Journal staff. I played the game of baseball my entire childhood, including two years as a pitcher for the University of Calgary, but when my childhood dreams of becoming a professional baseball player came to its inevitable end, I turned my passion for the game into the dream of becoming a sports reporter.

May 30, 2016; Toronto, Ontario, CAN; Toronto Blue Jays pitcher Aaron Sanchez (41) watches play against the New York Yankees wearing a military camouflage cap as part of Memorial Day observations at Rogers Centre. Mandatory Credit: Dan Hamilton-USA TODAY Sports

Blue Jays: How high is Aaron Sanchez’s ceiling?

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Nov 7, 2015; Phoenix, AZ, USA; Toronto Blue Jays infielder Rowdy Tellez during the Arizona Fall League Fall Stars game at Salt River Fields. Mandatory Credit: Mark J. Rebilas-USA TODAY Sports

Addressing Concern’s over Rowdy Tellez’s Bat

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Oct 19, 2016; Toronto, Ontario, CAN; Toronto Blue Jays first baseman Edwin Encarnacion (10) gives a bat to a fan after the Cleveland Indians beat the Toronto Blue Jays in game five of the 2016 ALCS playoff baseball series at Rogers Centre. Mandatory Credit: Dan Hamilton-USA TODAY Sports

Farewell Edwin Encarnacion: Slugger signs with the Cleveland Indians

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May 22, 2016; Minneapolis, MN, USA; Toronto Blue Jays outfielder Michael Saunders (L), outfielder Kevin Pillar (C) and outfielder Jose Bautista (R) celebrate after defeating the Minnesota Twins 3-1 at Target Field. Mandatory Credit: Brad Rempel-USA TODAY Sports

Blue Jays Trade Options: Absorbing Money to Fill OF Needs

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Mar 5, 2016; Dunedin, FL, USA; Toronto Blue Jays pitcher Conner Greene (70) greets fans as he leaves the field during the eighth inning of a game against the Philadelphia Phillies at Florida Auto Exchange Park. Mandatory Credit: Butch Dill-USA TODAY Sports

A 2017 Blue Jays bullpen featuring Conner Greene

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Oct 14, 2016; Cleveland, OH, USA; Toronto Blue Jays starting pitcher Marco Estrada prepares to throw a pitch against the Cleveland Indians in the fourth inning in game one of the 2016 ALCS playoff baseball series at Progressive Field. Mandatory Credit: David Richard-USA TODAY Sports

Toronto Blue Jays 2016 Year in Review: Marco Estrada

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Aug 20, 2016; Cleveland, OH, USA; Toronto Blue Jays manager John Gibbons (5) talks to umpire Dana DeMuth in the seventh inning against the Cleveland Indians at Progressive Field. Mandatory Credit: Rick Osentoski-USA TODAY Sports

Series Preview: Lowly Angels visit the Blue Jays

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Aug 10, 2016; Toronto, Ontario, CAN; Toronto Blue Jays first baseman Justin Smoak (14) and shortstop Troy Tulowitzki (2) celebrate a win over the Tampa Bay Rays at Rogers Centre. Toronto defeated Tampa Bay 7-0. Mandatory Credit: John E. Sokolowski-USA TODAY Sports

Blue Jays vs. Astros: Full series preview and pitching matchups

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May 18, 2016; Toronto, Ontario, CAN; Toronto Blue Jays designated hitter Edwin Encarnacion (10) exchanges a high-five with shortstop Troy Tulowitzki (2) in the eighth inning after hitting a solo home run against the Tampa Bay Rays at Rogers Centre. Rays won 6-3. Mandatory Credit: Kevin Sousa-USA TODAY Sports

Toronto Blue Jays Series Preview and Pitching Matchups: Rays @ Jays

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Jun 29, 2016; Denver, CO, USA; Toronto Blue Jays third baseman Josh Donaldson (20) (center) celebrates the win over the Colorado Rockies at Coors Field. The Blue Jays defeated the Rockies 5-3. Mandatory Credit: Ron Chenoy-USA TODAY Sports

Indians carry winning streak into Toronto to face Blue Jays: Series Preview

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Jun 19, 2016; Baltimore, MD, USA; Toronto Blue Jays shortstop Troy Tulowitzki (2) celebrates with third base coach Luis Rivera (4) after hitting a two run home run in the second inning against the Baltimore Orioles at Oriole Park at Camden Yards. Mandatory Credit: Tommy Gilligan-USA TODAY Sports

Blue Jays @ Chicago White Sox: Full series preview

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Jun 16, 2016; Philadelphia, PA, USA; Toronto Blue Jays designated hitter Edwin Encarnacion (center) celebrates with teammates after hitting a two-run home run during the first inning against the Philadelphia Phillies at Citizens Bank Park. Mandatory Credit: Bill Streicher-USA TODAY Sports

Can Blue Jays stay hot against the Orioles? Full series preview

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Jun 5, 2016; Boston, MA, USA; Toronto Blue Jays catcher Russell Martin (55) celebrates with Jays relief pitcher Roberto Osuna (54) after defeating the Boston Red Sox 5-4 at Fenway Park. Mandatory Credit: Winslow Townson-USA TODAY Sports

Blue Jays look to continue hot streak against Tigers: Full series preview

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May 28, 2016; Toronto, Ontario, CAN; Toronto Blue Jays third baseman Josh Donaldson (20) runs onto the field to celebrate after the Jays Mandatory Credit: Dan Hamilton-USA TODAY Sports

Blue Jays Series Preview: Can Jays continue run of success against AL East?

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Apr 14, 2016; Toronto, Ontario, CAN; Toronto Blue Jays third baseman Josh Donaldson (20) celebrates his three run home run against the New York Yankees at Rogers Centre. Mandatory Credit: John E. Sokolowski-USA TODAY Sports

Blue Jays Series Preview and Pitching Matchups: Jays @ Yankees

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May 19, 2016; Minneapolis, MN, USA; Toronto Blue Jays outfielder Jose Bautista (19) in the on deck circle in the seventh inning against the Minnesota Twins at Target Field. Mandatory Credit: Brad Rempel-USA TODAY Sports

Blue Jays Player of the Week: Jose Bautista

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