The Blue Jays (3-1, 1st in AL East) close a four-game set at Target Field on May 3, 2026, with first pitch at 12:45 pm ET after an 11-4 blowout win over the Twins the day before. Here’s what you need to know about today’s game, the schedule ahead, and the latest from the clubhouse.

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Next Game: vs. Twins at 12:45 pm ET · Record: 3-1 · Standing: 1st in AL East · Stadium: Rogers Centre

Quick snapshot

1Confirmed facts
  • The Blue Jays hold a 3-1 record, sitting 1st in the AL East (ESPN)
  • Season opener was a 3-2 win over Oakland on March 27 (ESPN Schedule)
2What’s unclear
  • Exact lineup for today’s game against Minnesota has not been confirmed by the team yet
  • Broadcast details for the May 3 game vary across sources — check team channels for your market
3Timeline signal
  • May 3, 2026: Home date vs. Twins at Target Field (CBS Sports)
  • May 4, 2026: Away at Tampa Bay Rays at 6:40 pm (CBS Sports)
4What’s next
  • Next road trip: Tampa Bay starting May 4, then back to Rogers Centre for the home stand (MLB.com)
  • Live scores and full schedule available on MLB.com

The Blue Jays built a small but meaningful early-season record with wins against quality opponents — an opening sweep of Oakland and a winning mark through the first Twins series.

Field Value
Team Website MLB.com Blue Jays
Current Record 3-1
AL East Standing 1st place
Home Stadium Rogers Centre, Toronto
Last Result 11-4 win vs. Twins (May 2, 2026)
Season Opener March 27 vs. Athletics (3-2 win)
Score Source ESPN
Schedule Source MLB.com Schedule

Blue Jays Game Today

The Blue Jays are back at Target Field on May 3, 2026, for the final game of a four-game set against the Minnesota Twins. First pitch is scheduled for 12:45 pm ET.

Game Time and Location

The series finale gets underway at 12:45 pm ET on Sunday, May 3, 2026, at Target Field in Minneapolis. The Blue Jays took the first three games of this series, including an 11-4 blowout on May 2 that featured offensive production across the lineup.

  • Date: May 3, 2026
  • Time: 12:45 pm ET
  • Venue: Target Field, Minneapolis, MN
  • Opponent: Minnesota Twins

Broadcast Options

Canadian fans can catch the action on Sportsnet (SN1) with radio coverage on SN590. U.S. viewers should check local listings or log into MLB.TV for out-of-market access. MLB.com also carries live score updates for every game.

The upshot

Canadian viewers have a clear advantage: Sportsnet carries every Blue Jays game nationally, while U.S. fans face regional blackout restrictions. If you’re outside the market, MLB.TV is your most reliable option.

Blue Jays Schedule

Seven games, six days — the Blue Jays’ schedule has been relentless since the Twins series began on April 30. Here’s how the recent stretch stacks up alongside what’s coming next.

Upcoming Games

The schedule covers the season-opening sweep against Oakland through the upcoming series against Tampa Bay.

Date Opponent Time/Result Source
Mar 27, 2026 Athletics W 3-2 ESPN
Mar 28, 2026 Athletics W 8-7 (F/11) ESPN
Mar 29, 2026 Athletics W 5-2 ESPN
Apr 30, 2026 Twins L 7-1 CBS Sports
May 1, 2026 Twins W 7-3 CBS Sports
May 2, 2026 Twins W 11-4 CBS Sports
May 3, 2026 Twins 12:45 pm ET CBS Sports
May 4, 2026 @ Rays 6:40 pm ET CBS Sports

City Connect Fridays

The Blue Jays have leaned into their City Connect program throughout the season, with themed jerseys typically reserved for Friday home games. The May 3 game falls on a Sunday, so the standard home uniform is expected. Check MLB.com Blue Jays for the latest on any uniform schedule changes for the Tampa Bay series.

Why this matters

The schedule has given the Blue Jays a compressed window to build momentum. Three consecutive wins against the Twins — after a rough 7-1 loss on April 30 — shows the offense can respond after tough days. That kind of resilience tends to show up in the standings when the season settles.

Blue Jays Score

The Blue Jays’ offense erupted for 11 runs on May 2, closing out the Twins series with authority after Kazuma Okamoto and the lineup had already done damage on May 1 with a 7-3 win.

Latest Game Results

May 2 brought the most lopsided result of the young season. The Blue Jays roughed up Twins pitching for 11 runs on 14 hits, with multiple players driving in runs. The May 1 game saw Okamoto hit two home runs while Andrés Sosa and Christopher Pinango each logged three hits in the 7-3 victory.

Highlights

  • May 2: Blue Jays 11, Twins 4 — offense spread across the order, with several players contributing key hits
  • May 1: Blue Jays 7, Twins 3 — Okamoto’s second multi-homer game of the season; Sosa and Pinango each collected three hits (CBS Sports)
  • April 30: Blue Jays 1, Twins 7 — the lone stumble in this series before the bats woke up

Earlier in the week, the Blue Jays dropped a 14-5 decision to the Colorado Rockies, with a Johnston two-run homer accounting for most of the early scoring. That game remains an outlier in an otherwise sharp start.

Okamoto goes deep twice, Sosa and Pinango each have three hits; Blue Jays beat Twins 7-3.

— CBS Sports

The May 2 output gave the Blue Jays their highest run total of the season so far, a sign the middle of the order is starting to click.

Blue Jays News

The story of the week isn’t just the wins — it’s the depth. Several players are carving out larger roles as the season progresses, and the rotation continues to log quality starts.

Player Updates

Kazuma Okamoto, who hit his first major league home run during the season-opening sweep of the Athletics, now has multiple homers in back-to-back series. His power display against the Twins adds a dimension the Blue Jays didn’t have last season.

  • Kazuma Okamoto: Hit two home runs in the May 1 win over the Twins; now a central figure in the middle of the order
  • George Springer: Remains active in the lineup; hit a leadoff homer during the Athletics sweep
  • Ernie Clement: Received his first day off of the season on Friday, May 1, per CBS Sports

Recent Games Recap

The April 28–29 sweep of the Boston Red Sox (3-0 and 8-1) set the tone before the team traveled to Minnesota. That sweep, combined with the season-opening Athletics sweep, gave the Blue Jays a head start on building their record before a tough road stretch.

What to watch

Okamoto’s development is the most significant storyline outside the win column. If he keeps hitting for power at the plate, the Blue Jays’ lineup becomes harder to navigate — opponents currently can’t pitch around one or two threats when the middle order is producing.

The rotation has posted quality starts in four of the five games since the Oakland series, giving the bullpen manageable workloads heading into the Tampa Bay road trip.

Blue Jays Standings

Through May 3, 2026, the Blue Jays sit alone in first place in the American League East with a 3-1 record. That’s not a misprint — it’s where the numbers point after the first week of meaningful games.

Current Position

The Blue Jays occupy first place in the AL East, a half-game ahead of several teams that were expected to compete for the division crown. The early lead is modest, but it’s built on wins against quality opponents: Oakland (3-0 sweep) and Minnesota (3-1 in the current series).

Record Breakdown

Each series contributed to the early-season record, with the quality opponents adding weight to the winning mark.

Period Opponent Result Source
Mar 27–29 @ Athletics (home) 3-0 sweep ESPN Schedule
Apr 28–29 vs. Red Sox 2-0 sweep ESPN
Apr 30 @ Twins L 7-1 CBS Sports
May 1–2 @ Twins 2-0 series win CBS Sports
May 3 @ Twins Game pending CBS Sports

The combination of an early-season sweep and a winning record against a division rival has positioned the Blue Jays at the top of the board before the schedule gets denser.

The catch

The AL East is tight. A 3-1 record looks commanding now, but the division tends to sort itself out over the first month. Every series matters — especially the ones against Tampa Bay and the New York Yankees still ahead on the calendar.

Timeline

Five dates tell the story of where the Blue Jays have been and where they’re headed in the near term.

Confirmed vs. Unclear

Confirmed facts

  • The Blue Jays’ record stands at 3-1 through May 3, 2026, per ESPN
  • They rank first in the AL East as of this date
  • The May 2 win over Minnesota ended 11-4, with multiple players driving in runs
  • The season opened with a three-game sweep of the Athletics (March 27–29)
  • Okamoto hit his first MLB homer during that Oakland series
  • Live scores available at MLB.com

What’s unclear

  • Exact starting pitcher for today’s game — confirm with MLB.com closer to first pitch
  • Whether Ernie Clement returns to the lineup today after his day off on May 1
  • Long-term injury or recovery status for any player not mentioned in recent reports
  • Specific broadcast partner for U.S. markets — regional sports networks vary

What people are saying

Okamoto goes deep twice, Sosa and Pinango each have three hits; Blue Jays beat Twins 7-3.

— CBS Sports desk

Springer, Okamoto and Sánchez homer, Blue Jays beat Athletics 5-2 to complete three-game sweep.

— ESPN reporting team

Bottom line: The Blue Jays are 3-1 and sitting first in the AL East heading into the May 3 finale against the Twins, with a road trip to Tampa Bay on deck. Canadian fans can watch on SN1 and follow along via MLB.com for live score updates. U.S. fans relying on out-of-market coverage should log into MLB.TV — regional blackouts still apply. The Blue Jays’ next home stand at Rogers Centre will be posted on MLB.com Schedule once Tampa Bay wraps up.

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Additional sources

flashscoreusa.com, sofascore.com, watch.sportsnet.ca

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Frequently asked questions

What time does the Toronto Blue Jays game start today?

The May 3 game against the Minnesota Twins is scheduled for 12:45 pm ET at Target Field. Check MLB.com for any last-minute changes to the start time.

How can I watch the Blue Jays game live?

Canadian viewers can watch on Sportsnet (SN1) with radio on SN590. In the U.S., check regional sports networks or log into MLB.TV for out-of-market games. MLB.com streams live audio and score updates for all games.

What is the Blue Jays current record?

The Blue Jays are 3-1 through May 3, 2026, sitting first in the American League East. The record is verified by ESPN.

Who won the Blue Jays game yesterday?

On May 2, 2026, the Blue Jays defeated the Minnesota Twins 11-4 at Target Field. That win gave the Blue Jays a 3-1 series advantage heading into today’s finale.

What are the Blue Jays standings?

First place in the AL East with a 3-1 record through May 3, 2026. The Blue Jays built that lead with a season-opening sweep of the Oakland Athletics and a winning mark through the early Twins series.

Is George Springer playing in the next Blue Jays game?

Springer remains active in the lineup — he hit a leadoff home run during the Athletics sweep and continues to start. Confirm the day’s lineup on MLB.com Blue Jays before first pitch.

Where is the next Blue Jays home game?

After today’s game in Minnesota, the Blue Jays travel to Tampa Bay for a three-game series starting May 4. The next home game at Rogers Centre will be listed on MLB.com Schedule.