"The Toronto Blue Jays have signed their first noteworthy position player this winter in Kazuma Okamoto, a corner infielder who has been one of the most consistent bats in Japan over the past five seasons. The right-handed hitting 29-year-old brings power to this lineup to complement Vladimir Guerrero Jr., Daulton Varsho, George Springer, and Addison Barger and makes this team better on paper."
"However, with this acquisition, a subtraction will need to be made. The Jays boast a full 40-man roster and will need to subtract before they add to this lineup. They are carrying two Rule 5 Draft players and a couple of names that will hit the 60-day IL once that period opens up, but this offseason, the Jays will need to move at least one name off to make the Okamoto signing official."
The Toronto Blue Jays signed Kazuma Okamoto, a 29-year-old right-handed corner infielder from Japan who adds power to the lineup alongside Vladimir Guerrero Jr., Daulton Varsho, George Springer, and Addison Barger. The team currently has a full 40-man roster and must clear at least one spot to formally add Okamoto. The Jays carry two Rule 5 Draft players and several players nearing 60-day injured list eligibility. Offseason roster moves typically target depth pitchers. Candidates for designation include Paxton Schultz, Lazardo Estrada, Chase Lee, Tommy Nance, and Angel Bastardo, each presenting varying waiver and roster risks. The front office may attempt to sneak pitchers through waivers to retain them in Triple-A or explore trades to create roster space.
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