Summary
The Toronto Blue Jays likely won't keep pitcher Chris Bassitt for the next season after adding new players to their team. Bassitt, who performed well last postseason, may consider joining the San Francisco Giants, who need more starting pitchers.
Key Facts
- The Toronto Blue Jays added two new pitchers to their starting lineup and might not retain Chris Bassitt.
- Bassitt has played for the Blue Jays since 2023 with a 3.89 ERA over 96 games.
- Last season, he had a 3.96 ERA and moved to the bullpen during the playoffs, where he excelled with a 1.04 ERA in seven appearances.
- Bassitt is open to finding a team where he can start games, and the San Francisco Giants need starting pitchers.
- The Giants signed Adrian Houser and have Logan Webb and Robbie Ray in their rotation but have spots to fill.
- Bassitt was an All-Star in 2021 with the Oakland Athletics and is known for his durability, starting 163 games since 2020.
