Summary
The Toronto Blue Jays have added new pitchers this offseason due to the need to fill rotation spots left by free agents Max Scherzer and Chris Bassitt. There is speculation that Max Scherzer may join the San Francisco Giants if he does not return to the Blue Jays.
Key Facts
- The Toronto Blue Jays have been active in hiring pitchers this offseason.
- The team signed Dylan Cease for seven years.
- The Blue Jays also reached an agreement with Cody Ponce for a three-year deal.
- Max Scherzer and Chris Bassitt, two former Blue Jays pitchers, are now free agents.
- Scherzer only played the 2025 season with the Blue Jays.
- Reports suggest Scherzer might join the San Francisco Giants if he's not retained by the Blue Jays.
- Buster Olney from ESPN and Jim Bowden reported industry expectations that Scherzer could sign with the Giants.
