The league's worst offence (last in runs and homers) needs help, and cheaper right-handed outfielders could be an answer. Randal Grichuk (139 wRC+, 181 against lefties), Ramon Laureano and Tyrone Taylor are floated as possible Blue Jays targets. 🎯
Blue Jays are being linked to free agent Jazz Chisholm Jr., a power-speed second baseman with 41 steals and 15 outs above average in 2026. But a .711 OPS and 157 strikeouts make him polarizing. Giménez and Clement's middle-infield output explains the interest. ⚖️
Jazz Chisholm Jr. hits free agency after the Yankees skipped a qualifying offer, and the Blue Jays are floated as a top fit. The Athletic ranks him No. 9 in the class and suggests a short-term rebound deal. Ceiling high, 2026 OPS down 100 points. 🎯
Joc Pederson is being pitched as a free-agent target for a Blue Jays offense that needs help after a 79-83, last-place AL East finish. It's only a recommendation, not a reported deal, but a short-term power bat could fit mid-lineup. 💥
Vladimir Guerrero Jr.'s offseason is a family affair in the Dominican Republic. Hall of Famer Vladimir Guerrero Sr. plans to train him this winter, with uncle Wilton helping, and he surprised his mother with a new Lexus LX. 🚗
Max Scherzer's retirement decision stays on hold: the 42-year-old plans to pitch in "lockout games" near his Florida home before deciding on season 20. Meanwhile, José Berríos didn't opt out and will earn $24M in 2027 and 2028 while recovering from Tommy John surgery. 🩹
Brandon Lowe, coming off a 35-homer season and a defensive turnaround, is projected by one MLB Trade Rumors writer to land with the Blue Jays. But with Guerrero, Gimenez and Okamoto each earning $15M or more in 2027, another pricey infielder is a real question. 💰
A writer is pushing for Ross Atkins and the Blue Jays to pursue a reunion with Robbie Ray, one of several former Blue Jays now on the free-agent market. It's an opinion pitch driven by heart, not a reported move. ❤️
Anthony Santander's reposted anti-Muslim videos drew backlash, and the Jays issued a statement distancing the team. Releasing him is complicated: he's injured and owed $49M. Jake Bloss also got a fourth option year, and Rudy Martin signed a minor league deal.
Jake Bloss will reportedly get a fourth option year, per Sportsnet's Shi Davidi, giving the Blue Jays more flexibility to keep the right-hander on the roster in 2027. He's used three options since the Kikuchi trade and is now pitching in the Arizona Fall League. 🔧
Offseason wish list: one NL free agent per team for the Blue Jays to chase. Early ideas include Michael Soroka (3.41 ERA, 116 innings in 2026), Lane Thomas and Seiya Suzuki, whose fit with Kazuma Okamoto makes him the obvious headliner. 🎯
Blue Jays Happy Hour's latest episode runs through FanGraphs' top 50 free agents, weighing each one's fit and the likelihood Toronto pursues them this winter. A shopping list, with a reality check attached. 🎧
Cavan Biggio, a Blue Jays infielder from 2019 to 2024, has elected free agency. He spent 2026 at Triple-A Sugar Land in the Astros' system, hitting .230 with 18 homers and no call-up. Toronto, meanwhile, finished last in the AL East at 79-83. 👀
Blue Jays have reportedly re-signed outfielder Rudy Martin Jr. to a minor-league deal, per Ari Alexander. He debuted in the majors last season, 12 years after being drafted, and went 0-for-3 with a walk. Spring training could offer a shot. 🧢
Catcher C.J. Stubbs, 29, has elected free agency from the Blue Jays' organization, per MLB.com's November 2 transaction note. He's now free to sign with any club, a quiet depth-chart exit as the offseason gets going. 🧢
Blue Jays' first offseason move: Rudy Martin Jr. is back on a minor league deal with a big league camp invite. After Toronto declined Myles Straw's $8M option, the speedy right-handed outfielder could fill a similar bench role for far less. 💰
Blue Jays re-signed outfielder Rudy Martin Jr., 30, to a minor-league deal with a spring training invite for 2027. The speedster stole 45 bases in 53 Triple-A attempts in 2026 and hit .274/.394/.421. Depth with wheels. 🏃
Blue Jays are re-signing speedy outfielder Rudy Martin Jr. to a minor league deal with a big league camp invite for 2027. He went 45-for-53 on steals in Triple-A this year and drew a walk in his three MLB plate appearances with Toronto. 🏃
A lengthy MLB lockout could hit the Blue Jays and Rogers hardest. Lost 2027 games would cut gate revenue and Sportsnet viewership, and goodwill from the 2025 World Series run, which sold out Rogers Centre 61 of 81 times despite a last-place finish, may not last. 📉
A Gausman reunion is being floated: MLB Trade Rumors' Anthony Franco predicts Toronto brings Kevin Gausman back on a two-year, $44M deal. Traded to the Cubs at the deadline, he'd slot in behind Cease, Soriano and Yesavage. Prediction only, not a deal. ⚾
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