The key player the Blue Jays can't afford to lose in the postseason

"No doubt they need the likes of Springer and his suddenly rejuvenated offense, as well as Daulton Varsho and his Gold Glove calibre defense in the outfield, along with Kevin Gausman to dominate opposing hitters into submission. But if there was one player that the Jays can't afford to lose this postseason, that player is none other than Alejandro Kirk."

"But going into the series, Kirk had been a revelation on offense once again this season. After enduring a couple of down seasons since his breakout 2022 campaign, the 26-year-old has recaptured his All-Star form this year by compiling a stellar .282 average, .769 OPS, along with 45 runs scored, 18 doubles, 15 home runs, 76 RBIs, 48 walks and only 59 strikeouts over 130 games played."

Multiple Blue Jays regulars missed time during the 2025 season, including Anthony Santander, George Springer, Vladimir Guerrero Jr., Chris Bassitt, José Berríos and Bo Bichette. Postseason availability makes the difference between advancing and elimination. Alejandro Kirk emerged as the single most critical player for Toronto in the postseason. Kirk hit two home runs in Game 1 and provided pivotal offense when he is on his game. The 26-year-old regained All-Star form, producing a .282 average and .769 OPS with 45 runs, 18 doubles, 15 home runs, 76 RBIs, 48 walks and only 59 strikeouts across 130 games.

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