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Paul DeJong makes memorable debut as Giants rally to beat Phillies, 8-6

Paul DeJong had a memorable first day with the Giants with a two-run homer in the fourth inning and a two-run single in the 10th in San Francisco’s 8-6 victory over the Philadelphi...

AUGUST 24, 2023 • Associated Press

The Giants' depth has been exposed, and, for now, Paul DeJong is an answer … of sorts DeJong's signing is less about what he can bring and more about the position the Giants are in — needing any depth where they can find it.

AUGUST 23, 2023 • THEATHLETIC.COM

Reports: Giants sign SS Paul DeJong The San Francisco Giants signed free agent shortstop Paul DeJong to a major league contract, multiple media outlets reported Tuesday.

AUGUST 22, 2023 • NEWSOBSERVER.COM

Reports: Giants sign SS Paul DeJong The San Francisco Giants signed free agent shortstop Paul DeJong to a major league contract, multiple media outlets reported Tuesday.

AUGUST 22, 2023 • DEADSPIN.COM

Lands with San Francisco DeJong signed a major-league contract with the Giants on Tuesday, Bob Nightengale of USA Today reports.

Impact DeJong has found a new home just one day after being released by the Blue Jays, who had acquired him from the Cardinals at the Aug. 1 trade deadline. The 30-year-old went 3-for-44 (.068) with zero extra-base hits in 13 games for Toronto, but he could immediately become the primary starter at shortstop in San Francisco. Brandon Crawford has had a rough year at age 36 and landed on the injured list Sunday because of a left forearm strain.

AUGUST 22, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Hits free agency DeJong was released by the Blue Jays on Monday.

Impact DeJong lost his spot on Toronto's 40-man roster over the weekend and has now hit the free agent market after clearing waivers. He struggled mightily during his time with the Jays, but now that DeJong can be had at the prorated veteran minimum salary he should land on his feet somewhere.

AUGUST 22, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

With Bichette's return, DeJong designated Shortstop Bo Bichette was reinstated from the 10-day injured list (right knee patellar tendinitis) on Saturday and will be active for the Bl...

AUGUST 19, 2023 • MLB.COM

Designated for assignment DeJong was designated for assignment by the Blue Jays on Saturday.

Impact DeJong was picked up from the Cardinals at the deadline to cover for Bo Bichette, who had just suffered a knee injury at the time. DeJong hit a miserable .068/.068/.068 in his 13 games as a Blue Jay, and the team decided it wasn't worth keeping him around in a bench role now that Bichette is healthy. DeJong has more name value than most players who wind up getting designated for assignment, but his .207/.277/.355 slash line over the last four seasons may keep interest muted on the waiver wire.

AUGUST 19, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Blue Jays Bring Back Bo Bichette, DFA Paul DeJong The Blue Jays activated SS Bo Bichette off the injured list and DFA’d Paul DeJong.

AUGUST 19, 2023 • KANSASCITY.COM

On bench amid slump DeJong is not in the lineup Friday against the Reds.

Impact Santiago Espinal will start at shortstop and bat eighth. DeJong has gone 3-for-44 (.068) with zero walks and 18 strikeouts in 13 games since the Blue Jays acquired him from the Cardinals at the Aug. 1 trade deadline.

AUGUST 18, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

James Paxton K's Paul DeJong | 08/04/2023 James Paxton strikes out Paul DeJong, stranding two runners on base and getting the Red Sox out of the inning in the top of the 5th

AUGUST 5, 2023 • MLB.COM

Paul DeJong on joining Blue Jays | 08/04/2023 Paul DeJong discusses his recent trade to the Blue Jays and what he's looking forward to for the rest of the season

AUGUST 4, 2023 • MLB.COM

Batting eighth in Jays debut DeJong is starting at shortstop and batting eighth in his Blue Jays debut Wednesday versus the Orioles.

Impact Acquired from the Cardinals ahead of Tuesday's trade deadline, DeJong should get something close to everyday starts at short for the Jays while Bo Bichette recovers from a bout of patellar tendinitis in his right knee. DeJong, 30, was slashing .233/.297/.412 with 13 home runs and four stolen bases through 81 games this season for St. Louis.

AUGUST 2, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Cards deal DeJong to Jays for Minor League RHP ST. LOUIS -- The Cardinals and Blue Jays pulled off their third trade in 11 days on Tuesday when St. Louis sent shortstop Paul DeJong and ca...

AUGUST 1, 2023 • MLB.COM

Blue Jays get SS Paul DeJong from Cardinals, MRI on Bo Bichette shows no damage to injured knee

The Toronto Blue Jays acquired shortstop Paul DeJong from the St. Louis Cardinals while expressing cautious optimism about the status of American League batting leader Bo Bichette’...

AUGUST 1, 2023 • Associated Press

Blue Jays Trade for Cardinals SS Paul DeJong Blue Jays trade for Cardinals shortstop Paul DeJong, filling a need in the infield on trade deadline day.

AUGUST 1, 2023 • STAR-TELEGRAM.COM

Blue Jays agree to acquire DeJong from Cards (source) The Blue Jays reached a deal with the Cardinals to acquire veteran shortstop Paul DeJong ahead of Tuesday's Deadline, a source told MLB Netw...

AUGUST 1, 2023 • MLB.COM

Traded to Toronto Toronto acquired DeJong in a trade with the Cardinals on Tuesday, Katie Woo of The Athletic reports.

Impact St. Louis will get right-hander Matt Svanson in return, per Jon Morosi of MLB Network. This could just be a depth move for the Blue Jays, or DeJong might be pressed into starting duties at shortstop after Bo Bichette left Monday's series opener against the Orioles due to right knee discomfort. DeJong's season slash lines are all over the map since he arrived in the majors in 2017, but he has good power and plays solid defense. The soon-to-be 30-year-old is making $9.2 million this season and carries a $12.5 million club option (or $2 million buyout) for the 2024 campaign.

AUGUST 1, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

On bench Thursday DeJong is not in the lineup Thursday against the Cubs.

Impact Taylor Motter will start at shortstop and bat ninth. A likely trade chip for the Cardinals with the Aug. 1 deadline fast approaching, DeJong holds a .728 OPS with 13 home runs in 77 games season.

JULY 27, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Sitting Thursday DeJong isn't in the Cardinals' lineup Thursday against the Cubs, John Denton of MLB.com reports.

Impact After going 2-for-4 with a double and two runs scored Wednesday, DeJong will get a breather to begin St. Louis' four-game series against Chicago. Taylor Motter will start at shortstop in DeJong's place and bat ninth.

JULY 27, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Goes deep in victory DeJong went 1-for-4 with a two-run home run in Thursday's 7-2 win against the Cubs.

Impact DeJong plated the final runs for the Cardinals in the contest with his two-run shot to right field in the fifth inning. The long ball ended an 18-game homerless stretch for the shortstop during which he knocked in just five runs. DeJong is batting just .238 on the season, though his 13 homers rank fourth on the team.

JULY 21, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Jordan Walker and Paul DeJong homer as St. Louis Cardinals beat Chicago Cubs 7-2

Jordan Walker and Paul DeJong each hit a two-run homer, and the St. Louis Cardinals beat the Chicago Cubs 7-2 for their sixth straight victory

JULY 21, 2023 • Associated Press

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Snags steal in loss DeJong went 2-for-3 with a double, one RBI and a stolen base in Monday's 5-4 loss to the Marlins.

Impact DeJong had gone just 6-for-29 (.207) over his previous 10 games, though he homered twice and drove in five runs in that span. His steal Monday was his first since May 23 and his fourth of the season. The shortstop is slashing .237/.309/.460 with 12 home runs, 27 RBI, 30 runs scored and eight doubles through 58 contests. He continues to play regularly, though he'll get the occasional day off when Tommy Edman gets a turn at shortstop.

JULY 4, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Not in Sunday's lineup DeJong is out of the lineup for Sunday's game against the Yankees, Lynn Worthy of the St. Louis Post-Dispatch reports.

Impact DeJong started the past three games and will hit the bench after going 1-for-9 with three walks, an RBI and a run during that stretch. Tommy Edman will shift to shortstop while Alec Burleson starts in the outfield.

JULY 2, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

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Paul DeJong makes memorable debut as Giants rally to beat Phillies, 8-6

Blue Jays get SS Paul DeJong from Cardinals, MRI on Bo Bichette shows no damage to injured knee

Jordan Walker and Paul DeJong homer as St. Louis Cardinals beat Chicago Cubs 7-2

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