Former Blue Jays pitcher says he tuned in for first time in three years to watch Toronto in World Series
He played for the Toronto Blue Jays, worked as a broadcaster for Sportsnet, and wrote four baseball books.
But hey, once in a while, even those closest to the game of baseball need a break.
Former Jays’ pitcher Dirk Hayhurst admitted on X during Game 1 of the World Series that this was the first baseball game he’s actually watched in three years.
Confession: This is the first baseball game Iāve watched in 3 years. Truly. I feel like Iām at a high school reunion or somethingā¦
— Dirk Hayhurst (@TheGarfoose) October 25, 2025
Well, at least he picked a good time to tune in.
The Ohio native was clear heading into the game that he would be cheering for the last team he ever played MLB games for.
I wasn't a big part of the Jay's story, but they sure were a big part of mine! Proud and excited to cheer on the Jays – WS Champs 2025! Let's go!
— Dirk Hayhurst (@TheGarfoose) October 24, 2025
Hayhurst spent two seasons in the MLB, playing for the San Diego Padres in 2008, before joining the Jays in 2009. He played 15 games for the Jays that season, which was his last stint in the majors.
Following the emphatic Game 1 victory for the Blue Jays, the 44-year-old admitted that he probably won’t wait another three years until he watches his next baseball game.
Ya know, this watching baseball games is kinda fun. Might do this more often š¬
— Dirk Hayhurst (@TheGarfoose) October 25, 2025
After retiring from baseball, Hayhurst worked as a broadcaster on Sportsnet for a brief stint beginning in 2012. He also wrote for Sportsnet’s website, where his articles can still be read.
He might best be known for the books he’s written since retiring from baseball. Hayhurst has written four novels, with one of them, The Bullpen Gospels, ending up on the New York Times bestsellers list for paperback non-fiction back when it was published in 2010.