Fans of blue jays apparently find their antics — which include a nod to greed and theft — fascinating, says columnist

Blue jays help themselves to paint chips because they contain calcium, a vital element needed to lay healthy eggs in the spring. They like to stockpile them during the colder months so they’ll have an ample supply when breeding season starts.

The Blue Jays were one win from a World Series title but suffered two consecutive heartbreaking losses that helped the Dodgers repeat as champions.