Summary
The Toronto Blue Jays are working on improving their team for the next season. They signed pitcher Dylan Cease to a long-term contract but have not been successful in securing deals with certain relief pitchers. The team shows interest in signing top free agent Kyle Tucker but might only afford him or retain current player Bo Bichette, not both.
Key Facts
- The Toronto Blue Jays signed pitcher Dylan Cease to a long-term contract.
- The team showed interest in relief pitchers Ryan Helsley, Raisel Iglesias, and Phil Maton but did not secure deals.
- Bo Bichette, a current player, is a fan favorite and wants to stay with the Blue Jays.
- Kyle Tucker is a top free agent, and the Blue Jays are seen as a strong contender to sign him.
- Sportsnet insider Shi Davidi suggests the Blue Jays likely cannot afford both Bichette and Tucker.
- The team's financial commitments may limit its ability to match higher-payroll teams like the Dodgers or Mets.
