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Blue Jays Unlikely To Find Trade Partner For All-Star Hurler: Insider

Blue Jays Unlikely To Find Trade Partner For All-Star Hurler: Insider

Summary

The Toronto Blue Jays are finding it difficult to trade their pitcher José Berríos, who wants to leave the team. Berríos, a two-time All-Star, is frustrated because he was not part of the World Series starting lineup. His contract makes it hard for other teams to consider a trade.

Key Facts

  • José Berríos is a two-time All-Star pitcher with the Toronto Blue Jays.
  • Berríos wants to leave the team because he wasn't included in the World Series starting lineup.
  • He is owed $66 million over the next three seasons, which complicates trade efforts.
  • The Blue Jays have added pitchers Dylan Cease and Cody Ponce to their team.
  • Even with Berríos' desire to leave, Toronto is interested in keeping him if they cannot find a trade partner.
  • Berríos struggled this season with a 4.17 ERA and 138 strikeouts in 30 starts.
  • The Blue Jays are actively seeking additional pitching help.

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