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Travel Tales

 August 18, 2009

One of the most frequent questions I am asked about my profession is our means of travel.
The Toronto Blue Jays have a more involved travel routine than the other 29 teams because we have to clear customs on a regular basis.

It's My Life ... And I'm Stickin' To It

 August 11, 2009

Everyone sees the excitement and obvious benefits that go with my profession: good salary, playing a game you love, and having the ability to travel around the country all summer long enjoying great cities and unbelievable ballparks.

How A Big Leaguer Thinks

 August 4, 2009

During Little League, I was taught the basic fundamentals of the game: use two hands when catching or fielding the ball, hit your target in the chest with every throw, keep your eye on the ball when in the batter’s box and run hard whenever...

It's No Halladay Facing Him

 July 17, 2009

Over the course of my five seasons with the Toronto Blue Jays, I have had the privilege to watch and play behind one of the best pitchers in baseball.

John McDonald is an infielder for the Toronto Blue Jays. He was born and raised in East Lyme.

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