Summary
The Toronto Blue Jays need more offensive output from their players since Bo Bichette left for the New York Mets. They signed Kazuma Okamoto to help, but they also hope outfielder Daulton Varsho will improve his batting to support the team's offense.
Key Facts
- Bo Bichette left the Toronto Blue Jays to join the New York Mets.
- Bichette had a significant impact on the Blue Jays' offense with a .311 batting average and 94 runs batted in last season.
- The Blue Jays signed Kazuma Okamoto in hopes of boosting the team's offensive performance.
- Daulton Varsho, a Gold Glove outfielder, has hit 58 home runs for the Blue Jays over the past three seasons.
- Varsho improved his bat speed last season and hit 20 home runs in just 271 plate appearances.
- There is hope that Varsho can increase his offensive contribution to potentially match a 40-home-run season.
- Varsho is noted for his strong defensive skills in center field, which adds value to the team.
