Summary
The Toronto Blue Jays are exploring options to strengthen their team by showing interest in several All-Star players. This includes Arizona Diamondbacks' second baseman, Ketel Marte, who is involved in trade rumors. Several other teams, such as the Boston Red Sox and Detroit Tigers, are also interested in Marte.
Key Facts
- The Toronto Blue Jays are looking to improve their team roster.
- They hosted outfielder Kyle Tucker and are considering bringing back shortstop Bo Bichette.
- The Blue Jays are interested in trading for Arizona Diamondbacks' second baseman, Ketel Marte.
- Ketel Marte is a three-time All-Star with ongoing trade rumors surrounding him.
- Marte has a contract extension worth $116.5 million, lasting through 2030.
- Other teams like the Boston Red Sox, Detroit Tigers, Seattle Mariners, and Tampa Bay Rays are also interested in Marte.
- Marte's contract costs between $12 million and $22 million per year, with a luxury tax hit of over $19 million.
- Discussions about Marte's trade are in early stages, with no firm decisions made yet.
