On Thursday night, anticipation inside Rogers Centre was rising — and not (just) because of the upcoming game against the Chicago Cubs. There was another tale silently brewing beneath the pregame routine. It’s a fun but very competitive custom that has become a part of the Toronto Blue Jays’ identity.

There was less talk about pitching matchups and more talk about NFL roster planning in the clubhouse. Yup, you read it right, NFL! Each year, the Blue Jays’ fantasy football league becomes a fierce competition, and it’s more than just fun; it’s a quest for the top spot filled with inside jokes and subtle jabs. Players know the sting of finishing last and the embarrassment that comes with it. Especially in front of teammates who won’t let it go.

The Blue Jays didn’t just use a digital random

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