Toronto betting odds on Shohei Ohtani skyrocket

of toronto blue jays were eliminated from the MLB playoffs and are in the midst of a busy offseason. minnesota twins.

The Blue Jays have several players — Matt Chapman, Hyun-Jin Ryu, Brandon Belt, Kevin Kiermaier, Jordan Hicks and Whit Merrifield — available as free agents, leaving general manager Ross Atkins with roster holes to fill. I was able to do that. Toronto has some solid internal options to replace lost talent, but the team needs outside reinforcements if it wants to remain a playoff contender in the competitive American League East. be.

What will the Blue Jays’ offseason look like? We’ll keep you up to date on the latest deals, trades, rumors, and more throughout the winter.

Blue Jays listed as potential candidates for Ohtani (November 30)

The Blue Jays have been reported to be interested in Shohei Ohtani since the offseason began, and the rumors are heating up ahead of the MLB Winter Meetings, which begin on December 3rd. All of this smoke has caused Las Vegas to reevaluate Toronto’s position in the sweepstakes.

As of November 30th, the Blue Jays los angeles dodgers Betting odds to acquire a generational superstar. Over the past three weeks, those odds have skyrocketed.

Blue Jays are attracting calls for superstar acquisition, but unlikely to move them (November 28)

according to new report The Blue Jays received a call from Ken Rosenthal of The Athletic: Vladimir Guerrero Jr..and Beau Bichette However, it is unlikely that either star will move. Rosenthal points out that this rumor reflects the poor depth of available free agent hitters, rather than the Blue Jays actively trying to move either team’s cornerstone.

Notably, Rosenthal also believes that the Blue Jays have no plans for either star, especially considering the team’s pressure to win, the message it sends to Shohei Ohtani chasing him, and the lack of extra time for Bichette or Guerrero. He also points out that it is nonsense to transfer players. Both players are two years away from becoming free agents.

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Blue Jays open to trade Manoa? (November 19th)

Alec Manoah’s 2023 season was an unrelenting disaster, reportedly leading to an ongoing feud with the Blue Jays by the end of the season. The 2022 Cy Young Award finalist has struggled mightily on the mound this season and has been demoted to the minors twice.

It is rumored that the relationship between the pitcher and the team is strained after he did not report to Triple-A Buffalo in a timely manner after being demoted in August. The right-handed pitcher also received a platelet-rich plasma injection in his right arm to finish his year.

rival executives Ken Rosenthal of The Athletic said. The Blue Jays are “open” to a trade for Manoah, who started 19 games in MLB and posted a 5.87 ERA. The 25-year-old has four years left in control of the club.

Blue Jays link with Candelario (November 19)

With Matt Chapman’s future in Toronto up in the air, the Blue Jays have expressed interest in free agent infielder Jeimer Candelario, according to MLB Network’s John Morosi. Candelario could play third base in Chapman’s place and give Toronto’s lineup a strong switch-hitting option.

Candelario is set to have the best year of his career in 2023. washington nationals and chicago cubs. He had a batting average of .251, an OPS of .807, and 22 home runs in 140 games.

blue jays nontender simbar (November 17th)

The Blue Jays chose not to offer reliever Adam Cimber a contract for the 2024 season, allowing him to become a free agent. Cimber is coming off a down year from both a performance and health standpoint, as he posted a 7.40 ERA in 22 games. He suffered a season-ending shoulder injury in June.

The right-hander has been effective since joining Toronto in 2021, being a key member of the relief corps in each of his first two seasons with the club.

Cimber was the only Blue Jay not tendered.

Blue Jays could be in the Ohtani sweepstakes (November 14)

According to a new report from ESPN’s Jeff Passan, the Blue Jays are looking to do “something big,” according to a person familiar with the team’s plans. In particular, Passan noted that the club hopes to gain attention as free agency for Vladimir Guerrero Jr. and Beau Bichette looms in 2025, and that Shohei Ohtani is a key player in attracting the North. He hinted that there was a possibility of peace.

Blue Jays add DeMarlo Hale to staff (November 13)

The Toronto Blue Jays announced Monday that they have added DeMarlo Hale to their coaching staff as a new associate manager under coach John Schneider. Hale spent five years with the Blue Jays as a bench coach on John Gibbons’ staff and most recently served as Terry Francona’s bench coach. cleveland guardians Last season.

Hale adds another veteran voice to a Blue Jays dugout that has seen some turmoil in recent weeks. Last week, manager Ross Atkins announced that he was adding “offensive coordinator” to manager Don Mattingly’s title, and the Blue Jays also added Carlos Febles to their staff as third base coach, replacing the retired Luis Rivera.

Blue Jays link with Dylan Carlson (Nov. 9)

of st louis cardinals The Blue Jays are also in trade talks with outfielder Dylan Carlson, and the Blue Jays are one of the teams interested. By Derrick Gould after being dispatched to St. Louis. The 25-year-old switch hitter played in only 76 games in 2023 due to an ankle issue that ultimately required season-ending surgery. Last season he hit just .219/.318/.333 with five home runs.

carlson Was once a top prospect, He has three years left in control of the club, with the first round of arbitration scheduled for this winter. The Blue Jays and Cardinals have known each other well since teaming up in three separate trades in 2023 for Genesis Cabrera, Jordan Hicks and Paul DeJong.

Don’t rule out a reunion with Matt Chapman (November 8th) either

The Blue Jays have made a qualifying offer to current third baseman Matt Chapman, but even if he declines, a long-term contract could still be in place. Toronto ‘absolutely interested’ in keeping Chapman, According to Atkins.

Jon Heyman of the New York Post also reported that Chapman is a “priority” for the Blue Jays.

Blue Jays interested in NPB ace Yamamoto (November 8)

The Blue Jays’ biggest strength in 2023 will be their starting pitching, but that doesn’t mean they won’t strengthen their rotation this winter. Toronto has expressed interest in Japanese right-hander Yoshinobu Yamamoto. Sportsnet’s Shi Davidi reported.

Yamamoto is coming off another dominant season in Japan, posting a 1.16 ERA in 24 games. Since turning pro in 2017, his highest ERA in a season is 2.35.

The market is expected to be very competitive for the 25-year-old, with Davidi predicting a nine-figure contract.

Votto and Suarez on Blue Jays radar (Nov. 7)

As the GM meeting progresses, Atkins revealed that Toronto is in the market to add up to four batters this offseason, according to a report from Sportsnet. ben nicholson smith.

Some of the names reportedly associated with the Blue Jays include: cincinnati reds As well as first baseman and Canadian legend Joey Votto (currently a free agent). mariners third baseman Eugenio SuarezThe Blue Jays reportedly checked in.

Blue Jays announce important coaching decisions (November 7)

Just hours after reports that Don Mattingly could be heading to Milwaukee, Blue Jays GM Ross Atkins announced the club would expand his role and add offensive coordinator to his title. .movement reportedly He seems more involved in the day-to-day hitting business.

The Blue Jays also announced the return of controversial hitting coach Guillermo Martinez and the hiring of new third base coach Carlos Febles, who will replace the retired Luis Rivera. Febles joins the Blue Jays; boston red sox Since 2018.

Blue Jays interested in Michael A. Taylor (November 7)

MLB GM meetings are underway, and the Blue Jays are reportedly interested in veteran outfielder Michael A. Taylor. According to MLB Network’s John Morosi.

Taylor spent the 2023 season with the Minnesota Twins, hitting .220/.278/.442 with 21 home runs in 129 games. The 32-year-old brings a jump start from the right side and strong outfield defense, earning him a Gold Glove Award as a center fielder in 2021.

Don Mattingly is running to become brewer Manager (November 7th)

The Milwaukee Brewers are looking for a new manager after Craig Counsell signed a historic deal with the Chicago Cubs. Don Mattingly, currently the Blue Jays’ bench coach, is being considered for the Brewers’ job. Ken Rosenthal of The Athletic says:

Last season was Mattingly’s first with the Blue Jays after spending a combined 12 years as manager of the Los Angeles Dodgers. miami marlins. Sportsnet’s Ben Nicholson-Smith reported that Toronto has no intention of preventing Mattingly from taking the managerial job this offseason.

Blue Jays gain pitching depth Brendon Little (November 6th)

Toronto made its first trade of the offseason on Monday, acquiring pitcher Brendon Little. chicago cubs.

Little is a 27-year-old left-hander who spent the entire 2023 season in Triple-A with the Iowa Cubs. He pitched 73.1 innings with the Cubs, posting a 4.05 ERA with 73 strikeouts and 38 walks. The left-hander has only appeared in one MLB game in his career.

Blue Jays extend qualifying offer to Matt Chapman (November 6)

As expected, the Blue Jays extended a qualifying offer to third baseman Matt Chapman. The 30-year-old has until Nov. 14 to accept a one-year offer worth $20.325 million.

If he declines and signs elsewhere, the Blue Jays will receive a 2024 draft pick from his new team as compensation. Chapman is expected to sign a long-term contract as a free agent.

Blue Jays keep chad green Around November 6th

The Blue Jays exercised a two-year conditional club option on the right-handed pitcher. chad green For the 2024 and 2025 seasons. Green earns $10.5 million in each of these campaigns.

The veteran missed the first five months of the season recovering from Tommy John surgery, but since returning he has posted a 3-0 record with a 5.25 ERA in 12 games. Despite his inflated ERA, Green was very effective down the stretch, recording shutouts in five of his final six games.

Blue Jays make “strong push” for Shohei Ohtani (November 5th)

Shohei Ohtani will be a record-breaking free agent this winter, and the Blue Jays are reportedly interested in joining the sweepstakes.

According to Bob Nightengale of USA Today, Toronto is one of the few teams expected to make a “strong push” for the Japanese superstar. Nightengale said the Los Angeles Dodgers are considered the “overwhelming favorite” to land Ohtani, and Nightengale also said he wouldn’t rule out the possibility of Ohtani returning. los angeles angels.

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