Overview
- Kazuma Okamoto was formally introduced on a four-year, $60 million deal, with the Blue Jays keeping his defensive role open as reports point to potential super-utility usage.
- Multiple insiders, including Ken Rosenthal, now view a Bo Bichette return as increasingly unlikely following the Okamoto signing.
- Toronto has increased efforts to recruit top free agent Kyle Tucker, with recent conversations reported after his earlier visit to the club’s Dunedin facility.
- GM Ross Atkins said ownership supports additional spending but noted that further moves would cut into roles for current major leaguers.
- Payroll projections place Toronto deep into the luxury tax, with RosterResource estimating a $308 million tax number, intensifying the focus on only impact additions.