"This offseason, the Toronto Blue Jays have very few needs. The focus is on whether they can re-sign Bo Bichette or pursue another top-tier bat. Another need is adding a bullpen arm. They just signed Cody Ponce from the Korean Baseball Organization, addressing the team's fifth starter question. This move will likely bump Eric Lauer into a long-relief role. However, José Berríos's status could determine Lauer's role."
"They could still use an upgrade in the bullpen, either at closer or middle relief. The team could address this need by trading one of their surplus outfielders, especially with the Tampa Bay Rays. The Rays need outfield help. MLB.com's Mark Feinsand wrote that the Rays' perfect free agent is Mike Yastrzemski, a 35 year-old outfielder, which would be a fine addition, but Toronto has younger options."
Toronto enters the offseason with limited roster needs beyond re-signing Bo Bichette or adding a premier bat and upgrading the bullpen. Cody Ponce's signing from the KBO fills the fifth-starter role and likely shifts Eric Lauer toward long relief depending on José Berríos's status. The club can target a closer or middle reliever via trade, using surplus outfielders as chips, with the Tampa Bay Rays identified as a potential partner. Returning players include Anthony Santander, Daulton Varsho, and George Springer. Depth options include Nathan Lukes, Myles Straw, Davis Schneider, Joey Loperfido, and Jonatan Clase. Garrett Cleavinger represents a controllable high-leverage relief target.
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