It’s no secret that the Toronto Blue Jays captured the hearts of Canadian fans throughout the past month.
But for those closest to the players, the highs and lows of the emotional rollercoaster of a wild postseason run were ramped up that much more.
For the partners of the Blue Jays, several heartfelt posts were circling social media after Toronto’s World Series defeat to the Los Angeles Dodgers in seven games.
“Thank you to everyone who has supported us from the beginning, we are so grateful to have the opportunity to even be here and represent Canada’s team,” Kevin Gausman’s wife, Taylor, wrote on Instagram earlier this week.
“It has been a beyond fun ride, and although I’m sad it didn’t turn out the way we wanted, it still doesn’t take away how proud I am of what this team has accomplished this year. I can’t wait to be back next year.”
Max Scherzer’s wife, Erica, said the season in Toronto was the most impactful of their lives.
“When Max signed with Toronto I had a feeling we would enjoy the experience. Never could I have imagined just how special this season would turn out to be,” Erica, wrote on Instagram. “Out of 18 seasons in the MLB none has had an impact on our lives quite like this one.
“Toronto, our family fell in love with your beauty, culture and people. Playing for an entire country is truly special.”
The Blue Jays opened the 2025 season far from a World Series favourite, but quickly meshed into one of the league’s hardest-to-beat teams, as they claimed the AL East with a 94-win campaign before their postseason run.
“Even if we hadn’t made it this far, I would still be screaming how lucky we are to be here from the top of the CN Tower,” Jeff Hoffman’s wife, Marrisa, wrote. “This organization is so special, Canada should be proud. Not just of the guys on the field but of everyone; from the elevator attendants, the family liaisons, social media team, the fan sitting next to you.”
Starting their season unofficially way back at February’s first spring training appearances, the players’ families seemed to enjoy the extended season after missing out on the postseason in 2024.
“The highs, the late nights, the travel, the memories,” George Springer’s wife, Charlise, shared. “This group showed nothing but heart, humility and resilience from day one, and it was an honour to watch them chase this dream together,”
And while the sting of their Game 7 loss will hurt for a while, the well-documented closeness of the Blue Jays’ clubhouse seems to make things hurt just a tiny little bit less.
“This isn’t the ending we hoped for, but wow, this team deserves everything,” Brendon Little’s wife, Emily, added. “Not just because they’re absolute workhorses and incredible players, but because they’re genuinely good people. Every single one of them.”
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