The Toronto Blue Jays have finally made a big move, signing Silver Slugger Anthony Santander to a five-year, $92.5 million club option reports The Athletic’s Ken Rosenthal. There is a club option for a sixth year, which would make the value of $110 million. The Blue Jays will lose their second-highest draft in 2025 along with $500,000 in international bonus pool space for 2026 … [Read more...] about Blue Jays Sign Anthony Santander to Five-Year Contract
Evaluating the Blue Jays 5 Largest Contracts After Santander’s Deal
The Toronto Blue Jays have shown a renewed commitment to contending. There’s been some ups and downs of late, but their roster-building strategy has been shaped by long-term investments in top talent. The signing of Anthony Santander is the latest example of this trend, marking a significant moment in the club’s pursuit to contend even the future is in question. As the Blue … [Read more...] about Evaluating the Blue Jays 5 Largest Contracts After Santander’s Deal
Blue Jays, Mets in Talks as Free Agent Chase Intensifies
The sweepstakes for All-Star first baseman Pete Alonso are heating up and the Toronto Blue Jays are engaged in discussions with his camp, according to The Athletic’s Ken Rosenthal and Will Sammon. They report that the Blue Jays, New York Mets, and a third unnamed team are all in the mix as Alonso’s free agency reaches a “critical juncture.” While the Blue Jays are pursuing … [Read more...] about Blue Jays, Mets in Talks as Free Agent Chase Intensifies
Toronto Blue Jays Reportedly Met with Roki Sasaki as Bidding Winds Down
Roki Sasaki has long been tipped to end up on the West Coast. However, new reports suggest that he could end up in another country entirely. The Toronto Blue Jays have earned a reputation for repeatedly failing to sign major free agents. Just this offseason alone, they missed out on Juan Soto and, more recently, Corbin Burnes. Roki Sasaki, though, many felt they weren’t even in … [Read more...] about Toronto Blue Jays Reportedly Met with Roki Sasaki as Bidding Winds Down
Top Free Agent Reliever Jeff Hoffman Signs with Blue Jays
Right-handed free agent reliever Jeff Hoffman has signed with the Toronto Blue Jays on a three-year, $33 million deal. The team announced the deal via social media Friday evening. In 2024 with the Philadelphia Phillies, Hoffman had a 3-3 record with a 2.17 ERA and a 2.52 FIP in 68 outings. He also recorded 10 saves and 21 holds. During the 2024 season, Hoffman ranked third in … [Read more...] about Top Free Agent Reliever Jeff Hoffman Signs with Blue Jays