Source Feed: The Globe and Mail
Author: Jacob Dubé
Publication Date: October 23, 2025 - 16:25
From foul balls to troll dolls, Canadians share their favourite pieces of Blue Jays history
October 23, 2025
The Toronto Blue Jays are heading to the World Series for the first time since they last won it all in 1993, on the back of a huge home run from George Springer in a nail-biting Game 7. Canada is buzzing with baseball fever again, and the renewed excitement has fans reminiscing about their favourite moments cheering on the Blue Jays.
We asked Globe readers to share their most treasured Jays memorabilia they’ve collected over the decades. You told us about your perfectly preserved 1992-1993 World Series merch, home run and foul balls caught at stadiums old and new, and the strange collectibles and cherished memories that can only be gathered by living an entire life as a fan.
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