Ricciardi out as Blue Jays GM Oct 4, 2009
A poor economy led to a slash in team payroll last winter, Toronto's home attendance decreased this year for the first time since '03, and an alleged in-house feud between a group of players and manager Cito Gaston was made public on Friday. It was a culmination of events that begged for a change at the top. (MLB.com -- Toronto Blue Jays)
Bauman: Ricciardi up against it in AL East Oct 4, 2009
As the season came down to its final days, the news came that a number of Blue Jays players were discontent with manager Cito Gaston. All in all, this did not seem to be an organization headed in the appropriate direction. (MLB.com -- Toronto Blue Jays)
Anthopoulos faces decisions with Jays Oct 4, 2009
Combine that with recent reports that some of Toronto's players have issues with manager Cito Gaston, and the future seems uncertain for a team that has not made the playoffs since 1993. Even with all of the issues at hand, team ownership is relaying a sense of confidence. (MLB.com -- Toronto Blue Jays)
Barajas hoping to return to Jays in '10 Oct 3, 2009
BALTIMORE -- Before heading to Camden Yards on Friday afternoon, Vernon Wells, Aaron Hill and Rod Barajas met to discuss their options for handling the leaked reports of friction between Toronto's players and manager Cito Gaston. "We didn't come to a conclusion on how this should be approached and what should be said," Barajas admitted. (MLB.com -- Toronto Blue Jays)
Homegrown talent fuels Rockies' run Oct 3, 2009
Cito Gaston was the last to do it in 1989 with the Blue Jays. The Rockies' final 2009 attendance figure was 2,665,090, which is the highest home attendance for the club since 2002, when it drew 2,737,918. (MLB.com -- Colorado Rockies)
Turmoil in clubhouse surprises Gaston Oct 3, 2009
BALTIMORE -- Cito Gaston seemed baffled by the revelation that he was on the verge of losing his clubhouse ... " -- Jays manager Cito Gaston Wells confirmed that Gaston's methods of communication with his team is an issue with a few players. Blue Jays first baseman Lyle Overbay pointed to Gaston's "old-school" approach and said that it sometimes does not work well with younger members of the club. Playing time has been an issue for a few players and one report claimed others complained of... (MLB.com -- Toronto Blue Jays)
Tumultuous day ends in loss for Toronto Oct 3, 2009
BALTIMORE -- Blue Jays manager Cito Gaston has no intention of calling a team meeting. If his players have an issue with the way he runs the show, Gaston believes it is on them to approach him with any complaints. (MLB.com -- Toronto Blue Jays)
Ruiz turns in career-best four-hit night Oct 1, 2009
Precisely where Ruiz fits in the Jays' 2010 plans has yet to be determined, but manager Cito Gaston is impressed with the slugger from the Bronx, N.Y.. "He's got some power," Gaston said. (MLB.com -- Toronto Blue Jays)
Halladay twirls gem in final start Oct 1, 2009
"The guys are swinging the bats like they did at the start of the season," manager Cito Gaston said. "It's something positive to take home and bring back next year.". (MLB.com -- Toronto Blue Jays)
Barajas' timing couldn't be better Oct 1, 2009
Manager Cito Gaston had little insight when asked if the Jays would be interested in re-signing the 34-year-old backstop, who offers power numbers rarely provided from the Major League catching position. "I'm not sure what's going on there," Gaston said. (MLB.com -- Toronto Blue Jays)
Sore right elbow sidelines Lind vs. Sox Oct 1, 2009
X-rays taken late Tuesday night came back negative, but manager Cito Gaston said the designated hitter/left fielder is still sore and could miss "a couple of days.". "Hopefully he'll be able to play Friday," Gaston said. (MLB.com -- Toronto Blue Jays)
Sox's watered-down lineup no match for Doc Oct 1, 2009
"I don't think he was trying to hit him," said Jays manager Cito Gaston. "Wasn't trying to hit him.". (MLB.com -- Boston Red Sox)
Red Sox Clinch Playoff Berth Oct 1, 2009
"As Frasor's done all year, he did a good job and closed it out," Blue Jays manager Cito Gaston said. Jose Bautista hit the first pitch of the game high over the Green Monster, Aaron Hill singled on the second pitch he saw and then Lind hit a 1-2 pitch from Clay Buchholz to center for another homer. (ABC 7 News, DC)
Jays' Encarnacion out with groin injury Sep 30, 2009
Already missing his starting shortstop in Marco Scutaro (right heel), manager Cito Gaston said Encarnacion will be reevaluated on Wednesday. His status is day-to-day. (MLB.com -- Toronto Blue Jays)
Halladay to make final start of '09 Sep 30, 2009
"Doc's had a great year, especially when you look at some of the things that he went through [before the Trade Deadline]," manager Cito Gaston said of Halladay, who is eligible for free agency after the 2010 season. "He's pitched for a club that scored some runs for him at the start of the season, and in the middle part of the season, we weren't scoring a lot of runs. He didn't have a lot of run support. "Overall, he had a great year. (MLB.com -- Toronto Blue Jays)
Jays hit six homers to bash Sox Sep 30, 2009
"Outstanding," manager Cito Gaston said of Lind's performance. "This kid's just had an outstanding year and pretty much helped carry this club the whole year.". (MLB.com -- Toronto Blue Jays)
Lind goes long three times vs. Boston Sep 30, 2009
"Outstanding," manager Cito Gaston said of Lind, who is batting. 313 this month with eight homers and 25 RBIs. (MLB.com -- Toronto Blue Jays)
Closer struggles plague Jays' season Sep 30, 2009
"He's done a great job for us this year," said Blue Jays manager Cito Gaston, referring to Frasor. "Especially since Downs has been out hurt and B.J. wasn't able to close when he was here. He's done a great job for us. He's been steady all year for us.". (MLB.com -- Toronto Blue Jays)
Rain, Blue Jays, Douse Red Sox Hopes to Clinch Sep 30, 2009
"It's nice to get a win here, finally," manager Cito Gaston said. "I've always thought it's tough to manage here, too. You never know when you have enough runs for this place because before you know it, you turn around (and it's going) the other way." Kevin Youkilis homered twice, and David Ortiz hit one for Boston. (ABC 7 News, DC)
Purcey pitching into 2010 consideration Sep 30, 2009
TORONTO -- With what he has seen this year from his young pitchers, Blue Jays manager Cito Gaston does not feel that bolstering the rotation is a top priority for the coming winter. On Sunday, Gaston went as far as forecasting what might be the starting five next year. (MLB.com -- Toronto Blue Jays)
Lind lifts Jays with walk-off homer Sep 30, 2009
Blue Jays manager Cito Gaston has reached a point where he is running out of superlatives to describe how far Lind has come over the past year. "This kid is a good hitter," Gaston said. (MLB.com -- Toronto Blue Jays)
Hill, Lind may get new lineup spots in 2010 Sep 30, 2009
Manager Cito Gaston has been hesitant to interrupt the career years of his second baseman and designated hitter/left fielder -- who have regularly occupied the second and third spots in the Toronto lineup this season, respectively -- by sliding the sluggers down in the batting order. After all, their combined 67 home runs and 214 RBIs through Monday suggest a comfort level Gaston has no intention of disrupting. (MLB.com -- Toronto Blue Jays)
Blue Jays rally late to beat Mariners Sep 30, 2009
Blue Jays manager Cito Gaston said on Sunday that he did not let the team's hot start distract him from the fact that Toronto was expected to experience some growing pains this season. "No, I always know where the cream's at," Gaston said. (MLB.com -- Toronto Blue Jays)
Jays rock Red Sox rookie righty Sep 30, 2009
"It's been real tough to win at this ballpark," said manager Cito Gaston, whose club matched a season high with 0000381A its fourth consecutive victory. "I've always thought this was a tough place to manage. You never know when you have enough runs, because before you know it, it can get turned around on you the other way.". (MLB.com -- Toronto Blue Jays)
Wells hopes to finish season strong Sep 26, 2009
Blue Jays manager Cito Gaston believes that Wells -- signed to a seven-year contract prior to the 2007 season to be the cornerstone of Toronto's offense -- will have a better showing next season, and that the fans will react more positively if that is the case. The cheers Wells has heard on the current homestand provide evidence in that regard, considering he has been performing much better in the batter's box of late. (MLB.com -- Toronto Blue Jays)
Doc goes distance to blank Seattle Sep 26, 2009
"You have to do what makes sense, too," Blue Jays manager Cito Gaston said. "If it makes sense to bring him back, if we have a chance to win next year, or certainly get a Wild Card, then you would hang on to Doc. But, if you didn't, I think you would always think about, 'Maybe it's time to move him and get something for him while you can.'". (MLB.com -- Toronto Blue Jays)
Cruz Jr. chats with Blue Jays fans Sep 26, 2009
Jose Cruz Jr.: I'll say four guys that I think helped me the most: Cito Gaston, Rudy Jaramillo (Rangers), Kevin Seitzer and Walt Hriniak. kimmy99: Hi Jose. (MLB.com -- Toronto Blue Jays)
Doc could be making final home start Sep 25, 2009
"I just hope that it's not," Blue Jays manager Cito Gaston said. "If it is, Doc's been great in this organization. He's done everything he could here. If he moves on, we certainly hope he moves on out of this division and out of this league somewhere, so we don't have to face him. "It's going to be a special night either way, because it's the last time they'll see him pitch this year -- whether they get a chance to see him next year or not. (MLB.com -- Toronto Blue Jays)
MSC Cruises' Fall Promotion Offers Complimentary Balcony Upgrade on Select Caribbean Cruises Sep 24, 2009
Baseball Greats Cruise featuring Bob Feller, Frank Howard, Cito Gaston, Stan Bahnsen and Bill Russell to the "Dazzling Dutch Caribbean & The Panama Canal" Southern Caribbean, calls at Willemstad, Curacao; Oranjestad, Aruba; Cartagena, Colombia; Cristobal, Panama; and Playa del Carmen, Mexico; departs Nov. 20. Fare: $949. (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
O's skid hits seven with loss to Jays Sep 24, 2009
The Orioles will see Toronto three more times -- the last three days of the season and their only remaining home games -- and Blue Jays manager Cito Gaston can empathize with their plight. "Before they got their guys hurt over there, they were giving us a tough time," he said. (MLB.com -- Baltimore Orioles)
Richmond finds win column; Jays sweep Sep 24, 2009
TORONTO -- Blue Jays manager Cito Gaston leaned back in his chair and chuckled. Asked his thoughts on moving one step closer to clinching a higher finish in the American League East than the Orioles, Gaston couldn't help himself. (MLB.com -- Toronto Blue Jays)
Romero has support of friend Litsch Sep 24, 2009
Jays manager Cito Gaston said a main reason is that outfielder Adam Lind has spent more time at DH of late after being hit by a pitch earlier this month. To date, Ruiz has made 25 starts at DH and one at first base for Toronto. (MLB.com -- Toronto Blue Jays)
Encarnacion showing improvement Sep 23, 2009
The way manager Cito Gaston sees it, the third baseman will be at the hot corner on a regular basis next season. "He's pretty much our third baseman here next year," Gaston said. (MLB.com -- Toronto Blue Jays)
One in 100: Hill caps Jays' comeback Sep 23, 2009
"Nothing like a game-winning RBI to get your 100th," Blue Jays manager Cito Gaston said. "That's great for him. He's a kid that plays hard every day for you.". (MLB.com -- Toronto Blue Jays)
Gaston: Wins will bring more fans Sep 22, 2009
Looking ahead to next year, Toronto manager Cito Gaston knows there is only one way to convince more fans to head to Rogers Centre. "The fans were coming out when we were winning," said Gaston, whose club hosts the Orioles on Tuesday night in the second tilt of a three-game series. (MLB.com -- Toronto Blue Jays)
Purcey passes Jays' audition Sep 22, 2009
The win was Purcey's first in more than a year for Toronto -- a drought that Blue Jays manager Cito Gaston did not expect. "I didn't think so," Gaston said. (MLB.com -- Toronto Blue Jays)
Scutaro wants to return this season Sep 22, 2009
Even without the results immediately known, Blue Jays manager Cito Gaston indicated that Scutaro more than likely is out for the remainder of the year. "I'm pretty sure that he's probably not going to play the rest of the season," Gaston said. (MLB.com -- Toronto Blue Jays)
Scutaro leaves game with heel injury Sep 21, 2009
"He's been playing with that for I would say a couple months," Blue Jays manager Cito Gaston said after Toronto's 3-1 loss to Tampa Bay. "It's something that maybe we may have to shut him down. I'm not sure. We'll see how it goes.". (MLB.com -- Toronto Blue Jays)
Tallet should be able to make next start Sep 21, 2009
ST. PETERSBURG -- Blue Jays manager Cito Gaston sounded more optimistic about the status of pitcher Brian Tallet on Sunday afternoon. Toronto is holding out hope that the left-hander's right foot injury will be recovered enough to allow him to make his next scheduled start. (MLB.com -- Toronto Blue Jays)
Purcey continues audition for 2010 Sep 21, 2009
ST. PETERSBURG -- As far as Blue Jays manager Cito Gaston is concerned, rookie Ricky Romero is the only pitcher beyond ace Roy Halladay who has a spot waiting for him within the 2010 rotation. The rest of the roles will be up for grabs for a handful of arms. (MLB.com -- Toronto Blue Jays)
Gaston hoping Wells stays hot at plate Sep 20, 2009
That is why manager Cito Gaston has enjoyed seeing Wells perform much better in the batter's box of late. Wells is enjoying his best stretch in what has been an otherwise frustrating campaign, and Gaston believes ending the year with a strong finish can only help. (MLB.com -- Toronto Blue Jays)
Punches thrown in Jays-Yanks fracas Sep 20, 2009
Blue Jays manager Cito Gaston said that he also was hoping no one would be injured. "It's unfortunate something like that happened," Gaston said. (MLB.com -- Toronto Blue Jays)
Jays shut out by nemesis Garza, Rays Sep 20, 2009
"He's always pitched great against us," Blue Jays manager Cito Gaston said. "I really don't understand his record -- I really don't. The way he pitches against us, this guy should win 15 or 20 games.". (MLB.com -- Toronto Blue Jays)
Rays bust out of offensive funk, rout Jays Sep 19, 2009
"He just struggled real bad tonight," Blue Jays manager Cito Gaston said. "I'd seen enough of that tonight, so let's get somebody else in there.". (MLB.com -- Tampa Bay Devil Rays)
Richmond can't shake funk against Rays Sep 19, 2009
ST. PETERSBURG -- Cito Gaston bolted from his seat on the bench and headed up the steps of the visitors' dugout at Tropicana Field. As the Blue Jays manager made his way onto the field on Friday night, he glanced down the left-field line at the bullpen and waved his hand. (MLB.com -- Toronto Blue Jays)
Romero not focusing on ROY race Sep 19, 2009
The Official Site of the Toronto Blue Jays. Toronto (66-81) at Tampa Bay (75-73), 7:08 p.m. ET. (MLB.com -- Toronto Blue Jays)
Lind enjoying breakout season with Jays Sep 18, 2009
"I know he was quite pleased," Blue Jays manager Cito Gaston said. "It's the only time I've ever seen him point up to the sky when he crossed home plate.". (MLB.com -- Toronto Blue Jays)
Posada, Carlson suspended Sep 17, 2009
Toronto manager Cito Gaston said Carlson was fined $3,000 and that catcher was docked $1,000. Posada was fined $2,500, and Yankees hitting coach Kevin Long and pitcher were fined. (SportsIllustrated.CNN -- MLB)
Tallet, Downs hurt in Jays' tough loss Sep 17, 2009
"That's not too good," said Blue Jays manager Cito Gaston, when asked about losing a handful of arms in one day. The final blow came in the home half of the ninth inning, when Cervelli sent a pitch from Jays reliever Jason Frasor into left field for an RBI single that plated the decisive run. (MLB.com -- Toronto Blue Jays)
Yankees rally, walk off with win Sep 17, 2009
"I don't know how many curveball home runs Matsui's got to hit off of us before we change our mind on what we're going to throw him," Blue Jays manager Cito Gaston said. "He seems to kill us as far as hitting a big home run off us. He's done it a few times already.". (MLB.com -- NY Yankees Yankees)
Yank top Jays in 9th Sep 17, 2009
Matsuis homer was his sixth against Toronto this season, and manager Cito Gaston wasnt happy. I dont know how many curveball homers Matsui is going to hit off us before we change how we pitch to him, he said. (MSNBC -- Sports)
3-game banYankees catcher Jorge Posada and Toronto pitcher Jesse Carlson... Sep 17, 2009
Toronto manager Cito Gaston said Carlson was fined $3,000 and that Blue Jays catcher Rod Barajas was docked $1,000 ... Toronto manager Cito Gaston said Carlson was fined $3,000 and that Blue Jays catcher Rod Barajas was docked $1,000. (New York Post -- Sports)
McDonald not among those suspended Sep 17, 2009
Blue Jays manager Cito Gaston said he was fine with the league's ruling. "I'm not upset with it. It's got to be done," said Gaston, when asked about Carlson's suspension. (MLB.com -- Toronto Blue Jays)
Snider leads Jays' homer charge Sep 16, 2009
As far as Blue Jays manager Cito Gaston was concerned, Posada was to blame for everything that followed. "That started the whole ruckus right there," Gaston said. (MLB.com -- Toronto Blue Jays)
Mitre, Yanks unable to contain Jays Sep 16, 2009
"They certainly have a lot more to lose than we do," Toronto manager Cito Gaston said. "They have a chance to go to the playoffs and perhaps win the World Series. You can get a lot of guys hurt out there in that sort of ruckus, so you don't need that going on.". (MLB.com -- NY Yankees Yankees)
Bronx brawlThe multi-purpose Yankee Stadium can host fights, too. No... Sep 16, 2009
Toronto manager Cito Gaston questioned Posada's wisdom in charging Carlson ... " Girardi said he spoke with his players after the game and reminded them this isn't the time of year to be involved in fights. Toronto manager Cito Gaston questioned Posada's wisdom in charging Carlson. "I don't know if that was too smart, because they certainly have a lot more to lose than we do," said Gaston, whose Blue Jays are 26; games removed from first place. "You can get a lot of guys hurt out there in a... (New York Post -- Sports)
Snider continues to make adjustments Sep 15, 2009
He admits that there have been times this year where he has struggled in the outfield, and in late August, Toronto manager Cito Gaston said that Snider is likely better suited to play left field long-term than right field, where he has played most of this season. Becoming a better defensive outfielder is about both physical and mental preparation, Snider said. (MLB.com -- Toronto Blue Jays)
Tigers won't look past Royals Sep 15, 2009
"But I come here every day to beat the other team, no matter where we're at. You think Cito Gaston [in Toronto] wants to lose? That's not the way it works. If that was the case, I should be home.". The Royals will be home soon enough. (MLB.com -- Detroit Tigers)
Hill, Lind a surprisingly productive pair Sep 15, 2009
Jays manager Cito Gaston admits that both Hill and Lind want to eclipse 100 RBIs for the first time in their respective careers. While it doesn't play into how he manages a game, it is one of the personal achievements Gaston hopes will be met the remainder of this season. (MLB.com -- Toronto Blue Jays)
Jays unable to hold late lead in Detroit Sep 15, 2009
Toronto manager Cito Gaston replaced his starter after Purcey threw 96 pitches. Purcey admitted those two games with Las Vegas gave him some confidence heading into Monday's game. (MLB.com -- Toronto Blue Jays)
Carlson continues to feel confident in 'pen Sep 14, 2009
"It is good to know that, after being here two years, everyone knows pretty much when they are going to be in the game and [Toronto manager Cito Gaston] does a good job handling that," Carlson said. "I like the fact that we should have the same guys back next year, but still, things can change. You can't worry too much about it and just [have to] come out ready to pitch. Just like any of the guys, I'm going to go in there whenever [Gaston] calls on me.". (MLB.com -- Toronto Blue Jays)
Gaston looking to rest key starters Sep 14, 2009
But hard as it might be for Toronto manager Cito Gaston to keep some of his top run producers out of the lineup now and then, each of those players is likely to get a few mandated days off for the remainder of the season. Gaston said this weekend that he expects to give Hill, Wells, Lind and Scutaro some rest for the last three weeks of the campaign. (MLB.com -- Toronto Blue Jays)
Jays unable to overcome early deficit Sep 14, 2009
But with the Blue Jays' bullpen worn down by the last few days of work, manager Cito Gaston elected to keep Romero in as long as possible. Before the game, Gaston wasn't even sure who might serve as closer if the need arose. (MLB.com -- Toronto Blue Jays)
Blue Jays continue Tigers skid with 6-4 victory Sep 13, 2009
"Jason's been great for us," Toronto manager Cito Gaston said. "I don't know if the success comes first or the confidence, but he's got both of them right now and they build off each other.". (Ionia Sentinel-Standard, MI)
Hill's ninth-inning blast powers Jays Sep 13, 2009
"It was a good night for some big hits," said Toronto manager Cito Gaston. "It's nice to get those clutch hits.". (MLB.com -- Toronto Blue Jays)
