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Blue Jays Predicted to Land Phillies All-Star on 5-Year, $115M Deal

Blue Jays Predicted to Land Phillies All-Star on 5-Year, $115M Deal

Summary

The Toronto Blue Jays are expected to try to sign Ranger Suárez, a left-handed pitcher from the Philadelphia Phillies, on a five-year, $115 million deal. Suárez had a strong season and postseason performance, making him an appealing option for the Blue Jays' rotation needs.

Key Facts

  • The Toronto Blue Jays need to strengthen their pitching rotation due to some players becoming free agents.
  • The Blue Jays do not currently have any left-handed pitchers in their starting rotation.
  • Ranger Suárez, a left-handed pitcher from the Phillies, is predicted to be pursued by the Blue Jays.
  • Suárez is expected to receive a five-year, $115 million contract offer.
  • Suárez had a 3.20 ERA during the regular season and a 1.48 ERA in the postseason.
  • Suárez has been effective in both starting and relief roles.
  • Suárez is entering his age-30 season and has not pitched a full 162 innings in a season.
  • Other teams also interested in Suárez include the Giants, Yankees, Orioles, Red Sox, Blue Jays, and Cubs.
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