"Had it not been for one of the most improbable World Series home runs in history, the Toronto Blue Jays would be singing a far different tune this week. Alas, Miguel Rojas (and Will Smith) answered the call just in the nick of time for the Los Angeles Dodgers, and instead of holding their first Commissioner's Trophy since 1993, the Blue Jays left the Fall Classic empty-handed."
"Fret not, though. The majority of the team's core is returning, including all-important trade deadline acquisition Shane Bieber after the 2020 AL Cy Young winner opted into the final year of his contract. If the front office can pull off a miracle and convince Bo Bichette to re-sign, the Blue Jays will return practically all of the key players who made the 2025 World Series run possible."
"Disheartening though that "one battle" was, Guerrero is correct that the Blue Jays have a path back to title contention in the future. His presence in the lineup alone ensures that Toronto will field a quality offense, and sustained excellence from the likes of George Springer, Alejandro Kirk, and postseason history-maker Ernie Clement should give the ALCS MVP the ample support he needs."
The Toronto Blue Jays lost the 2025 World Series after an improbable Miguel Rojas home run and supporting contributions from Will Smith gave the Los Angeles Dodgers the decisive moment. The Blue Jays did not secure the Commissioner's Trophy, but most of the roster's core will return. Trade-deadline acquisition Shane Bieber opted into the final year of his contract, and re-signing Bo Bichette could preserve the team's championship core. Vladimir Guerrero Jr. expressed pride and optimism, calling the loss a single battle and promising the team will return. Continued offensive production from Guerrero Jr., George Springer, Alejandro Kirk, and Ernie Clement will be central to future contention.
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