"Centre field is the most straightforward position if everybody is healthy. Daulton Varsho will start there after a strong-albeit injury-shortened-campaign in 2025 during which he slugged 20 home runs with 55 RBIs in just 71 games. He also played exceptional defense to the tune of nine outs above average with a +6 fielding run value. Varsho will have plenty to play for in 2026 with his contract set to expire at season's end."
"If newcomer Kazuma Okamoto sticks as an everyday player at third base, Addison Barger is likely to be the team's primary right fielder. His strong arm plays well there, and he proved himself offensively against elite pitching during the ALCS and World Series. If Okamoto does seem some time in the outfield, it will be in the corner spots - most likely left field - but he will cut into the playing time for a few others listed below."
The Toronto Blue Jays enter Opening Day with an outfield logjam despite missing on Kyle Tucker. Daulton Varsho projects to start in center after a 2025 season with 20 home runs, 55 RBIs in 71 games, and strong defensive metrics. Varsho reaches free agency after 2026, represented by Scott Boras. Corner outfield roles hinge on Kazuma Okamoto's position; if Okamoto remains at third, Addison Barger is likely the primary right fielder due to his arm and postseason offense. Anthony Santander likely draws left field early despite a poor 2025, while Nathan Lukes and others provide additional options and depth.
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