Toronto Blue Jays Open 2025 Season Facing High Expectations and Key Challenges

With expiring contracts for Vladimir Guerrero Jr. and Bo Bichette, the team seeks a strong start to avoid a potential midseason rebuild.

The Blue Jays begin their 2025 campaign against the Baltimore Orioles, marking the start of a pivotal season for the franchise's direction.
Key offseason acquisitions, including Max Scherzer and Anthony Santander, aim to address offensive and pitching gaps from the previous season.
Injuries to relievers Ryan Burr, Erik Swanson, and Zach Pop, along with Scherzer's sore thumb, raise early concerns about roster depth.
Vladimir Guerrero Jr. and Bo Bichette are in the final year of their contracts, adding urgency to the team's performance in the first half of the season.
Manager John Schneider emphasizes a close-knit clubhouse culture and a focus on consistent execution to meet high expectations.