Summary
The Toronto Blue Jays might lose Chris Bassitt, a key player, in free agency. Bassitt signed a $63 million contract with them in 2022 but may now join the New York Yankees, as they have a need for pitchers. Bassitt has performed well as both a starter and in the bullpen.
Key Facts
- Chris Bassitt signed a three-year, $63 million deal with the Toronto Blue Jays in 2022.
- Bassitt was an All-Star in 2021 and moved to the bullpen last season.
- He had a 3.89 ERA over 95 starts since 2023 for the Blue Jays.
- In the postseason, he had a 1.04 ERA in 8 2/3 innings, striking out 10 batters.
- The New York Yankees might sign him to cover for injured pitchers Gerrit Cole and Carlos Rodón.
- Bassitt, now 36, wants to start again and could be traded if unhappy with a bullpen role.
- Sports writer Andrew Tredinnick predicted Bassitt could join the Yankees to fill their pitching needs.
