You might think Pat Borders is some kind of American immigration Instagram influencer, or maybe have this vague recollection that Joe Carter was the name of a mediocre Disney sci-fi movie (that was John Carter, by the way, starring Kelowna’s Taylor Kitsch ).

But that’s OK! Not everyone is a Toronto Blue Jays diehard, or would easily recognize the names of the team’s past playoff heroes.

Still, you’re curious about this tidal surge of people pulling out dusty, faded Blue Jays hats and jerseys this week, or pine to join those clustered around the water cooler, talking derisively about the Bronx Bombers.

So, casual Blue Jays fan, here’s what you need to know to jump on the bandwagon.

THE BLUE JAYS ARE IN THE PLAYOFFS

Not only is Canada’s only MLB team in the post-season, they’re coming

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