Examining which Blue Jays' could participate in the 2026 World Baseball Classic

"The World Baseball Classic is just around the corner. There will be some Toronto Blue Jays players participating in the tournament that will begin in March. You have the obvious players, such as Vladimir Guerrero Jr., but some minor leaguers could factor onto their respective rosters. Not just that, some of the Blue Jays' free agents and recently released players could find their way onto a national team. Most people reading this article will likely be cheering for Team Canada. They'll be in a pool with Puerto Rico, Panama, Cuba, and Colombia, with games taking place in San Juan, Puerto Rico."

"In the 2023 World Baseball Classic, Damiano Palmegiani featured on the roster, but didn't play a game. He's had a couple of rough seasons, but could be on the roster once again. So could his former Vauxhall teammate, Adam Macko. Acquired in the Teoscar Hernández trade three years ago , the left-handed pitcher had a 5.06 ERA and 4.56 FIP in 64 innings pitched with the Triple-A Buffalo Bisons last season."

"One of Macko's teammates on the Bisons, Dasan Brown, recently hit free agency . That said, he was on Team Canada's roster last time around and should be this time, thanks to his great speed and strong defence. Sticking with North America, recently signed pitcher Dylan Cease could factor onto the Team United States roster, as he's one of the best strikeout artists in Major League Baseball. Alejandro Kirk was initially on Mexico's WBC roster in 2023, but didn't appear. You have to imagine he gets the nod this year, as may fellow catcher Brandon Valenzuela."

Team Canada will compete in a pool with Puerto Rico, Panama, Cuba, and Colombia in San Juan, Puerto Rico. Vladimir Guerrero Jr. is expected to represent the Dominican Republic despite Canadian birth eligibility. Damiano Palmegiani was on Canada's 2023 roster but did not play; he remains a potential selection despite recent struggles. Adam Macko, acquired in the Teoscar Hernández trade, posted a 5.06 ERA and 4.56 FIP across 64 Triple-A innings. Dasan Brown's speed and defence make him a likely Canadian selection. Dylan Cease could contribute to Team USA. Alejandro Kirk and Brandon Valenzuela are candidates for Mexico. Yimi García faces injury uncertainty for the Dominican Republic.

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