Why Bowden Francis has struggled to replicate the success of last season
While the Toronto Blue Jays’ offence has tended to get the most criticism when the team has struggled this year, the club’s greatest weakness has been its rotation. The Blue…
Blue Jays’ Bowden Francis continues to excel despite loss
ARLINGTON, Texas — It’s uncanny, really. Every time Bowden Francis pitches there’s a no-hit bid. Unfortunately for the Toronto Blue Jays, though, this one came at their expense. While Francis…
‘Linsanity’: End of Bowden Francis’ no-hit bid sounds a lot different in NYC
While Toronto Blue Jays fans lamented another near-miss for Bowden Francis on Wednesday, the dramatic ending to his no-hit bid led to a familiar slogan for New Yorkers. When Mets…
Another Bowden Francis no-hit bid ends in heartbreaking fashion for Blue Jays
TORONTO – Dave Stieb’s no-hitter still stands alone in Toronto Blue Jays history, although Bowden Francis’s second near-miss in the span of four starts suggests that he may yet one…
Blue Jays’ Bowden Francis looks to keep rolling vs. Red Sox
Bowden Francis has been one of the best pitchers in baseball this month. The Toronto Blue Jays right-hander hopes to finish August strong when he takes the mound for the…
Blue Jays’ Bowden Francis making the most of his opportunity
CHICAGO — Think there isn’t anything on the line for the Toronto Blue Jays in the coming weeks? Ask Bowden Francis, working to prove he can hold up as a…
Blue Jays notebook: Bowden Francis finding his comfort zone
ANAHEIM, Calif. — A season of stops, starts and bouncing between roles suddenly has momentum for Bowden Francis, who is making the most of his latest stint in the Toronto…
Bowden Francis struggles vs. Orioles in return to Blue Jays
In his first MLB appearance since April 24, Bowden Francis just didn’t quite have his best stuff. The 28-year-old righty was tasked with being the “bulk guy” out of the…