Summary
The Toronto Blue Jays signed Japanese third baseman Kazuma Okamoto for four years at $60 million. This signing decreases the chances of the Blue Jays pursuing other big-name free agents like Alex Bregman. Other teams, including the Red Sox and Cubs, might now have a better chance of signing Bregman.
Key Facts
- The Toronto Blue Jays signed Kazuma Okamoto to a four-year, $60 million deal.
- Okamoto is a third baseman and adds strength to the Blue Jays' lineup.
- Alex Bregman was one of the big-name players the Blue Jays were considering.
- With Okamoto's signing, the Blue Jays are less likely to pursue Bregman.
- Other teams interested in Bregman include the Boston Red Sox, Arizona Diamondbacks, and Chicago Cubs.
- The Diamondbacks might need to trade a player to afford Bregman.
- The Cubs' previous offer for Bregman was less than that of the Red Sox.
- The signing of Okamoto affects player positions, moving Addison Barger and Ernie Clement to different field roles.
