No All-Star Game at Rogers Centre in Sight

0:00On March 25, Toronto Blue Jays fans hoping for an all-star game at Rogers Center will have to wait longer. The team last hosted in 1991, that's 35 years ago. Blue Jays president Mark Shapiro confirmed this week that the stadium isn't on the short list for future games. The 2028 Los Angeles Olympics seem to play a role here, though details are fuzzy. Speculation points to either skipping the all-star game that year if players join the Olympics or venues getting tied up and shifting the schedule. It's disappointing news for the city as the event draws huge crowds for the game, home run derby, futures game, and MLB draft over a full week. That means big boost for hotels, restaurants, and local businesses. Meanwhile, the Jays kick off their 50th season Friday night at home against the Oakland Athletics. First pitch is at 7.07 pm Eastern Time, with Kevin Galsman facing Luis Severino, Rule 5. Pick Spencer Miles has earned a spot on the opening day roster, helped by injuries to several pitchers.

1:03With a deep playoff run last year still fresh, all eyes turn to this season's potential as Toronto keeps building momentum on and off the field. I'm Corey with the story, and you've been listening to Toronto Blue Jays News today, AI Power Team Coverage.