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While most of the big-name free agents have made deals for the upcoming 2025 Major League Baseball season, Alex Bregman is still available. His name has been linked to several teams throughout the offseason, including the Boston Red Sox, Detroit Tigers, Toronto Blue Jays, as well as the Houston Astros. It seems that Bregman and […]

Just 10 days after signing Anthony Santander, the Toronto Blue Jays have made another splash in free agency. Veteran right-hander Max Scherzer has agreed to a deal with the Blue Jays, per Jon Heyman. The one-year contract is worth $15.5 million. That’s a huge addition to an already strong rotation consisting of Kevin Gausman, Chris […]

While the Toronto Blue Jays made an effort to sign Teoscar Hernandez, he instead opted to return to the Los Angeles Dodgers. However, Hernandez has still kept tabs on Toronto’s present and future. Perhaps the biggest problem the Blue Jays are facing is the future of star Vladimir Guerrero Jr. To Hernandez, he still isn’t […]

The Toronto Blue Jays made a major free agency splash when they signed Anthony Santander to a $92.5 million contract. However, it’s not the last move the Blue Jays plan on making as they refine their roster. Toronto is the team most serious about signing Scherzer, via Mark Feinsand of MLB.com. The Blue Jays’ interest […]

The Toronto Blue Jays are reportedly in agreement on a contract with pitcher Adam Kloffenstein, per Robert Murray of FanSided. “The Blue Jays are signing right-hander Adam Kloffenstein to a minor-league contract, source says. Kloffenstein was drafted by Toronto and eventually traded to the Cardinals, who non-tendered him this offseason. He gets an invite to […]

With Spring Training just weeks away, Pete Alonso remains unsigned. The two-time Home Run Derby winner and lifelong New York Met doesn’t seem to be on the same page as his former club in terms of contract negotiations, leaving his ultimate destination wide open. Coming off of three straight All-Star appearances, Alonso brings plenty to […]

MLB free agency is nearing a close and Kike Hernandez is still available. After a great run with the Los Angeles Dodgers, his time in Hollywood is likely over. They brought in Michael Conforto and kept Teoscar Hernandez, squeezing him out. The utility player would be a fit almost anywhere, including with the Pittsburgh Pirates. […]

Max Scherzer is available in free agency as his Hall of Fame career winds to a close. He made just nine starts in a disappointing 2024 season for the Texas Rangers but his results were solid. With just a 3.95 ERA and 40 strikeouts in 43.1 innings, he could be a solid back-end starter this […]

A report surfaced early on Thursday that suggested the Toronto Blue Jays and Pete Alonso were advancing their free agency contract discussions. The report did not say that a deal was guaranteed to occur, but it was a promising update for the Blue Jays. However, the latest report suggests otherwise, via Shi Davidi of Sportsnet. […]

The Toronto Blue Jays have signed Anthony Santander to a five-year, $92.5 million contract, but they’re playing it smart with deferred payments, just like the Los Angeles Dodgers. In fact, $61.75 million of that total will be paid out later, which means the present-day value of the deal comes down to about $68.6 million. For […]

As Pete Alonso’s free agency trudges along, the Toronto Blue Jays have emerged as a suitor. While the first baseman’s market has been cold for much of the offseason, the Blue Jays now seem prepared to heat it up. Talks between Toronto and Alonso are “advancing,” per Andy Martino of SNY. There is not a […]

The Toronto Blue Jays have taken a lot of heat over the course of this offseason for failing to make a big move. Toronto missed out on big targets such as Roki Sasaki and Tanner Scott. Despite striking out on most of the top pitchers this offseason, the Blue Jays turned their attention to the […]

The Toronto Blue Jays landed a big free agent in Anthony Santander to bolster their lineup, and Jon Morosi said he does not believe that they are done in free agency, specifically naming Jurickson Profar as a possibility, while also discussing Santander’s fit in the lineup. “The Blue Jays are one of the teams that […]

It is true what they say. There really is someone for everybody. Following an extremely frustrating offseason that has included a series of crushing rejections, the Toronto Blue Jays have finally found their star free agent in the form of slugger Anthony Santander. The 2024 Baltimore Orioles All-Star is headed to The 6, pending a […]

Roki Sasaki signed with the Los Angeles Dodgers on Friday, ending his long free-agency search. He narrowed his list down to the Dodgers, Toronto Blue Jays, and San Diego Padres before making his final decision. After losing out on Shohei Ohtani, Juan Soto, and Corbin Burnes, Toronto pulled out all the stops. According to Sportsnet’s […]

The Toronto Blue Jays struck out again in the offseason when Japanese superstar hurler Roki Sasaki ultimately decided to take his talents to the reigning World Series champions Los Angeles Dodgers. Nevertheless, the Blue Jays can still turn its attention to other targets, including veteran pitcher Max Scherzer, who has been mentioned as a potential […]

The Los Angeles Dodgers have made another big signing with the addition of Taner Scott. The former Marlins and Padres closer was considered the top relief pitcher on the market. That move is expected to begin a domino effect among relievers. MLB Network’s Jon Morosi reported that Carlos Estevez is gaining interest from the Toronto […]

The Los Angeles Dodgers are signing yet another strong player. Los Angeles is agreeing to a four-year, $72 million deal with Tanner Scott, per MLB.com. Scott is a closer that had interest from many other teams including the Chicago Cubs, and Toronto Blue Jays. The deal is an absolutely devastating blow to the Cubs, who […]

The Toronto Blue Jays are aggressively pursuing free agent slugger Anthony Santander, with discussions gaining momentum. The Blue Jays, who have been tied to Santander since the offseason began, are eager to secure his services after missing out on other notable free agents. “SOURCE: Blue Jays’ talks with Anthony Santander picked up. Jays are determined […]

Much like they did with Shohei Ohtani a year ago, the Toronto Blue Jays swung and missed on signing Japanese sensation Roki Sasaki, who ended up agreeing to a deal with the Los Angeles Dodgers. Now, the Jays are trying to move on with a pair of All-Stars, Anthony Santander and Pete Alonso. After another […]

The Toronto Blue Jays are one of the finalists to land star pitcher Roki Sasaki. But as they wait for his decision, the Blue Jays has traded for a speedy outfielder from the Cleveland Guardians. Toronto has acquired Myles Straw, the team announced. They’ll also receive cash and international bonus pool money in exchange for […]

The New York Mets are ready to move on from Pete Alonso. Reports indicate that the negotiations have fallen off and the team is preparing for a post-Alonso world. Immediately, the Blue Jays emerged as favorites to sign Alonso. USA Today’s Bob Nightengale unveiled the Vladimir Guerrero Jr plan if Toronto lands the Mets’ first […]

As Pete Alonso’s free agency continues to spark discussion, the Toronto Blue Jays have emerged as a potential destination for the slugging first baseman. According to sources, the Blue Jays are one of three teams engaged in discussions for Alonso, and they are reportedly keen on retaining Vladimir Guerrero Jr. even if Alonso joins the […]

The Toronto Blue Jays haven’t aced this offseason by any means. The Boston Red Sox, New York Yankees, and Baltimore Orioles have all improved in the American League East, while the Jays have barely made a move. After missing out on Shohei Ohtani last winter, they also whiffed on Juan Soto, who ultimately signed with […]

Right-handed reliever Jeff Hoffman is embracing a fresh opportunity with the Toronto Blue Jays after a dramatic offseason journey involving two major-league deals falling through. The Baltimore Orioles and Atlanta Braves both backed out of agreements due to concerns over Hoffman’s pitching shoulder, ultimately paving the way for his $33 million, three-year deal with Toronto. […]

The New York Mets currently have no first baseman. Pete Alonso is still a free agent and negotiations have stalled. Meanwhile, the Toronto Blue Jays were the bridesmaids again this offseason, losing out on Juan Soto and Corbin Burnes. With star first baseman Vladimir Guerrero Jr entering a contract year, the Mets have made some […]

For the moment, the Toronto Blue Jays’ singular free agent focus is on Roki Sasaki. The 23-year-old Japanese pitcher has front-end-of-the-rotation stuff and can be an instant superstar on a low-cost contract. The Blue Jays are believed to be one of three teams still in the running for Sasaki, with the Los Angeles Dodgers and […]

Japanese free agent pitcher Roki Sasaki could be nearing a decision. The 23-year-old phenom has narrowed it down to the Los Angeles Dodgers, San Diego Padres and Toronto Blue Jays, according to Jeff Passan of ESPN. Passan adds that Sasaki will decide by the closing of his posting window on January 23. Though Sasaki won’t […]

Right-handed relief pitcher Jeff Hoffman is now a member of the Toronto Blue Jays, but he could have just as easily signed with the Atlanta Braves or Baltimore Orioles. The only problem is the 2024 All-Star failed his physical with both teams. Braves beat writer Mark Bowman reported on Monday that Hoffman had a deal […]

The Toronto Blue Jays have been the bridesmaid in free agency again this year. Just one year after losing out on Shohei Ohtani, they were in the Juan Soto and Corbin Burnes but did not land either one. With Vladimir Guerrero Jr and Bo Bichette entering contract years, they have a lot of questions coming […]

Toronto Blue Jays pitcher Alek Manoah has set his sights on a late-season comeback after undergoing elbow reconstruction surgery in June. The one-time ace, who was dominant in his first two MLB seasons with a 2.60 ERA and a 1.01 WHIP, shared his progress and optimism during an appearance on the Deep Left Field podcast. […]

As this off season’s hot stove continues to simmer, a couple of thoughts began to illuminate what could happen next winter. One major storyline could be the free agency of first baseman Vladimir Guerrero Jr. The Toronto Blue Jays, his current team, would love to have him back. So would at least two thirds of […]

In order to get back to the postseason in 2025, the Baltimore Orioles need another arm or two added to their pitching staff. Particularly in the bullpen, as closer Felix Bautista makes his way back from Tommy John surgery. News that the team had agreed to terms with pitcher Jeff Hoffman to a three-year deal, […]

The Toronto Blue Jays were reportedly closing in on a contract with Jeff Hoffman on Friday afternoon. The move certainly made sense. Hoffman, a former first-round pick of Toronto, has a familiarity with the organization despite never suiting up for them. His role was to be determined, as some teams had interest in making Hoffman […]

The Toronto Blue Jays have been one of the most disappointing teams in MLB over the last few years, and now there is a lot of buzz about what the team will look like heading into the 2025 season. The Blue Jays recently answered the biggest of those questions when they agreed to a deal […]

Vladimir Guerrero Jr. and the Toronto Blue Jays reached an agreement on a $28.5 million contract for 2025, avoiding arbitration, according to a report from MLB.com’s Mark Feinsand. The team has yet to confirm the deal. A key figure in Toronto’s lineup, Guerrero enters his final year of arbitration eligibility before reaching free agency after […]

The Toronto Blue Jays aren’t doing much to inspire their tortured fanbase right now. After striking out on Juan Soto and Corbin Burnes, the Canadian club is turning its attention to a few other names, via Sportsnet’s Shi Davidi. “To wit, they’re staying in the game on Anthony Santander, although they’re probably not the favourite […]

The Toronto Blue Jays are reportedly interested in former All-Star closer Carlos Estevez, per Jon Heyman of The New York Post. Heyman reports that the Blue Jays are one of “a half dozen teams” with interest in Estevez. The 32-year-old reliever has previously pitched with the Colorado Rockies, Los Angeles Angels and Philadelphia Phillies. He […]

The Toronto Blue Jays have become regular “also-rans” in the market for high-profile free agents, missing out on prime targets like Shohei Ohtani last year and Juan Soto this year, among others. Now, Toronto is targeting free agent third baseman Alex Bregman, and the team could be facing an uphill battle again. USA Today reporter […]