TORONTO - In the latest twist to what has become an ongoing saga, an ESPN report says at least four opposing players claim the Toronto Blue Jays stole signs from outside the field of play during games at Rogers Centre.

Players in the visiting bullpen noticed a man dressed in white in the outfield at the Jays' home field during the 2010 season. According to the website report, the players -- whose team was not identified -- said the man made signals from the outfield stands to Toronto batters, apparently alerting them to what pitch was coming.

Blue Jays general manager Alex Anthopoulos denied that his team has relayed signs from beyond the field of play, the report said. Anthopoulos planned to discuss the report during a media availability later Wednesday before Toronto's home game against the Oakland Athletics.

Catchers often use multiple signs to try to eliminate any chance of an opponent picking up on something and using it to their advantage. Stealing signs from outside the field of play is generally deemed to be unacceptable.

Michael Teevan, the public relations director for Major League Baseball, said there are no electronics allowed in dugouts or team areas. However, when it comes to sign stealing, there are no clear rules on the issue.

"In terms of sign stealing, I'm not aware of anything that's in our rules about it," said MLB public relations director Michael Teevan. "Traditionally as the old saying goes, it's something that teams kind of police themselves.

"But in general I would say that if a club calls us with something to look into, then we'd look into it."

Teevan added that MLB has not received a complaint.

New York Yankees manager Joe Girardi suggested last month that the Blue Jays might be stealing signs at Rogers Centre. Yankees catcher Russell Martin said at the time he suspected the Jays were stealing signs from second base.

According to the ESPN report, some visiting teams have started using multiple signs between catcher and pitcher at the stadium, even when no Blue Jays are on base.

Heading into play Wednesday, the Blue Jays' record in 2011 stood at 58-57, including a 28-27 mark at home.