Summary
The Toronto Blue Jays are considering trading for pitcher Sandy Alcántara to strengthen their team. Alcántara, who won the Cy Young Award in 2022, had a challenging 2023 season following surgery but showed improvement towards the end. The Blue Jays aim to balance their budget as they plan potential moves.
Key Facts
- The Blue Jays may lose pitchers Chris Bassitt and Max Scherzer to free agency.
- Shane Bieber might also become a free agent if he declines his option.
- Sandy Alcántara won the Cy Young Award in 2022 but struggled in 2023 after surgery.
- Alcántara's 2023 performance ended with a 5.36 ERA in 31 starts.
- He improved to a 2.68 ERA in his last eight starts of the season.
- Alcántara is signed with a contract through 2027, costing $56 million over five years.
- The Blue Jays have a high payroll and are considering budget-friendly options.
- Acquiring Alcántara could stabilize the team's pitching rotation.
