Overview
- After upgrading the staff with Dylan Cease, Cody Ponce and Tyler Rogers, Toronto has shifted to pursuing an impact bat such as Kyle Tucker, Bo Bichette or Alex Bregman.
- Arizona radio host Dan Bickley predicted Bregman to the Diamondbacks, an unconfirmed call that would reduce the Blue Jays’ chances at third base.
- Former Padres manager Mike Shildt suggested the Giants as a strong fit for Bichette at second base, underscoring outside interest in the free-agent infielder.
- Gate 14 analysts Johnny Giunta and Avery Chenier expect Toronto to sign one elite bat this winter, with Bichette seen as the most likely single addition.
- Team president Mark Shapiro said “there is no such thing as close” in free agency, while alternatives such as Yoan Moncada and Kazuma Okamoto remain options and Ketel Marte is viewed by Jon Heyman as unlikely for Toronto.