"The Blue Jays enjoyed an incredible amount of success in 2025 with contributions from every corner of their roster. While there will be new additions to the team this winter, there will be existing players who will have more opportunities to extend the Blue Jays' contention window next season. Toronto found many wild cards that ultimately helped the team shine in some of the biggest moments during the regular season and the playoffs."
"Although he hasn't reached his Cy Young-winning form, Shane Bieber has been everything the Blue Jays have asked for when they traded for him from the Cleveland Guardians this past trade deadline. With the Blue Jays, Bieber recorded a 3.57 ERA, 4.47 FIP and 23.3K% rate in 40 1/3 innings pitched, which eventually helped the team to double down on a weaker starting rotation in the fall."
"The 30-year-old's 2025 stats were rather similar to his career record of 3.24 ERA, 3.15 FIP and 27.8K% rate, proving that he is most likely going to become one of the more essential parts of the Blue Jays' starting core in 2026. The fact that Bieber exercised his $16-million player option shows his willingness to stay with a strong contender, while showing his determination to prove his worth again in a full season."
The Blue Jays enjoyed broad roster contributions during 2025 and will add new players this winter while existing players gain opportunities to extend the team's contention window in 2026. Toronto identified several wild-card contributors who delivered in critical moments in the regular season and playoffs, and three of those players are poised for larger roles next season. Shane Bieber, acquired at the trade deadline, posted a 3.57 ERA, 4.47 FIP and 23.3K% in 40 1/3 innings with the club and helped stabilize a weaker rotation. Bieber's 2025 numbers align with his career marks and he exercised a $16-million option to remain with the team. He is expected to slot as a second or third starter and his consistency will be central to the Blue Jays' 2026 fortunes. Anthony Santander was a disappointment in 2025 after signing a hefty contract; his value came from his potent power bat.
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