Summary
The Toronto Blue Jays have signed two starting pitchers, Dylan Cease and Cody Ponce, which might lead them to trade pitcher José Berríos. Berríos has a large contract and has been a two-time All-Star, but the arrival of new pitchers may push him out.
Key Facts
- The Toronto Blue Jays signed Dylan Cease to a seven-year, $210 million contract.
- They also agreed on a three-year deal with pitcher Cody Ponce.
- The team has several starting pitchers, including Kevin Gausman, Shane Bieber, Trey Yesavage, and Eric Lauer.
- José Berríos, a two-time All-Star, has three years left on a seven-year, $131 million contract with an option to leave after 2026.
- The Blue Jays are open to trade offers for José Berríos due to their full pitching rotation.
- Berríos had a 4.17 ERA in 2025 and did not pitch in the playoffs that year.
