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Filling in for Yelich McKinney will start in left field and bat sixth Sunday against the Pirates.

Impact Set to make his fourth straight start Sunday, McKinney appears to have emerged as the primary replacement in left field for the injured Christian Yelich (back). Over his first three starts in place of Yelich, McKinney has gone 2-for-9 with a walk, two runs and two RBI.

APRIL 18, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Three hits as pinch-hitter McKinney went 3-for-3 with a run scored as a pinch-hitter in Monday's win over the Cubs.

Impact McKinney has seen limited at-bats so far this season, and in fact, this was the first time he saw more than one plate appearance this year. He took advantage of the opportunity and recorded three hits, but the 26-year-old outfielder should remain as a bench alternative going forward.

APRIL 13, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Yelich, Brewers optimistic after spring bounce backs

Christian Yelich and the Milwaukee Brewers showed signs this spring that they’ll bounce back from the slump that engulfed virtually their entire lineup last year

APRIL 1, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Heating up at right time McKinney went 5-for-8 (.625) with three home runs and five RBI over his last four spring games.

Impact McKinney did not hit much early in the spring, but he has come on at the right time, stacking up hits with the Brewers about a week away from setting their Opening Day roster. The former Blue Jay is out of options, which will likely help his cause when decision day rolls around.

MARCH 23, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Nats reliever Harris out with blood clot in pitching arm

Washington Nationals reliever Will Harris has a blood clot in his right arm and the team doesn’t expect him to be in the bullpen on opening day

MARCH 20, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Lindor, Mets talk about new deal; Rosario struggles in CF

Just over two weeks before opening day, Francisco Lindor and the New York Mets have begun talking about keeping him in town beyond this year

MARCH 16, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

AL East teams at the start of spring training

A team-by-team look at the American League East entering spring training, including key players each club acquired and lost, and dates of the first workout for pitchers and catcher...

FEBRUARY 11, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Designated for assignment McKinney was designated for assignment Friday.

Impact McKinney has spent three very brief stints on the active roster this season, appearing in just two games. He's still just 26 years old and owns a respectable 91 wRC+ in 124 career big-league games, so there's a chance he gets claimed off waivers.

SEPTEMBER 11, 2020 • ROTOWIRE

Optioned to taxi squad McKinney was optioned to the Blue Jays' taxi squad Saturday.

Impact McKinney has been shuffled between the major-league roster and the alternate squad to begin the season, and he'll serve on the taxi squad after Chase Anderson (oblique) was activated ahead of his scheduled start Saturday. The outfielder will be available to step in on short notice during the team's current road trip.

AUGUST 8, 2020 • ROTOWIRE

Ryu, 'pen team on 3-hitter, Blue Jays beat depleted Braves

Hyun-Jin Ryu combined with four relievers on a three-hitter and the Toronto Blue Jays beat Sean Newcomb and the shorthanded Atlanta Braves 2-1

AUGUST 6, 2020 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Bumped off 30-man roster McKinney was optioned to the Blue Jays' alternate training site Sunday.

Impact The 25-year-old earned a spot on the Opening Day roster but didn't see the field during the first two games. McKinney figures to rejoin the big-league club at some point this season, but he's likely to remain limited to a reserve role.

JULY 26, 2020 • ROTOWIRE

Continues with live BP Gurriel (side) is scheduled to take live batting practice Wednesday and Thursday, Arden Zwelling of Sportsnet.ca reports.

Impact The 26-year-old's status for Opening Day remains up in the air, but manager Charlie Montoyo indicated if both sessions go well that he should be ready to play Friday in Tampa Bay. Gurriel exited Friday's intrasquad action with left side discomfort, but he's been participating in live batting practice throughout the week. Should he be forced to miss any regular season action, Billy McKinney or Derek Fisher could see opportunities in left field.

JULY 22, 2020 • ROTOWIRE

McKinney's HR in 10th gives Blue Jays 7-5 win over Angels

McKinney's HR in 10th gives Blue Jays 7-5 win over Angels

McKinney's HR in 10th gives Blue Jays 7-5 win over Angels

MLB Draft: Athletics take Billy McKinney No. 24

JUNE 7, 2013 • Fox Sports