Blue Jays fan defies political tension with Seattle visit: 'I'm a sports fan first'

The Blue Jays are in Seattle. But the Canadians, not as much.

Summer after summer, they have come, from Saskatoon, Edmonton, Victoria; converging on downtown, Seattle ambling along the waterfront, drowning out Mariners fans. But not this year.

Blue Jays fan defies political tension with Seattle visit: 'I'm a sports fan first'

The series traditionally draws huge crowds from Canada, especially British Columbia and Alberta.

The Blue Jays are coming! Canadian fans, not so much

Just how many royal blue Blue Jays baseball jerseys and hats will grace the streets around Seattle’s T-Mobile Park and SoDo this weekend? That’s the big question as the Seattle Mariners, local hotels, restaurants and hospitality businesses cross their fingers ahead of Blue Jays Weekend. KUOW’s Kim Malcolm looked for answers.

Why you likely won’t see as many Blue Jays fans from Canada in Seattle this weekend

Many Toronto Blue Jays fans voiced opposition about visiting the United States amid ongoing tariffs and trade threats, leading some to cancel their annual trip.

B.C. Blue Jays fans planning to skip out on Seattle series

From long lines at the border to a sea of blue at T-Mobile Park, there’s always been something special about the Blue Jays playing in Seattle.

B.C. Blue Jays fans skipping Seattle road trip this year

The Toronto Blue Jays are getting ready to take on the Seattle Mariners this weekend, but the stands may look a little different this year.