"Sanchez has elite bat speed and power potential, though he has never truly broken out at the major league level. Nathan Lukes is another left-handed option that could man left-field and did so with tremendous success in 2025, though the ceiling isn't great for an almost 32-year-old career minor leaguer. This opens an opportunity for prospect RJ Schreck to break out in Spring Training this year to try and make the Opening Day roster."
"Across 99 games in both Double-A and Triple-A a season ago, Schreck hit 18 home runs with OPSs of .914 and .828, respectively. When accounting for all four levels of the minor leagues he appeared in a season ago, he managed an .868 OPS against right-handed pitchers, with an exceptional .400 OBP through 351 plate appearances. He also held his own against lefties, registering an .808 OPS in 77 plate appearances with a formidable .382 OBP."
Though the Jays appear to have a roster set for March 27th, non-roster invitees can still earn Opening Day spots through Spring Training performance. Anthony Santander's left labral surgery creates a left-field vacancy. The club acquired Jesus Sanchez, who offers elite bat speed and power but has not broken out in the majors. Nathan Lukes provides a veteran left-handed option with limited upside. Prospect RJ Schreck posted strong minor-league numbers, including 18 home runs and high OPS marks, plus exceptional on-base rates against righties and lefties. Schreck's contact and OBP profile align with the team's offensive approach and make him a compelling candidate.
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