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1 day ago

Blue Jays 2026 40-man Roster Review: Tyler Heineman emerged as one of the best backup catchers

Before the 2022 season, Heineman signed a minor league deal with the Jays. After a handful of games with the team, he was designated for assignment and claimed by the Pittsburgh Pirates. The following season, the Jays traded for Heineman, before he was claimed off waivers by the Boston Red Sox at the end of the 2023 season. In September of 2024, Heineman was claimed off waivers by the Jays.
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fromJays Journal
3 weeks ago

Blue Jays back up catcher officially joins the millionaires club, avoids arbitration

Tyler Heineman signed a $1,237,500 deal for 2026, solidifying the Blue Jays' strong catching tandem alongside Alejandro Kirk.
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2 months ago

1 more Blue Jay could be on non-tender chopping block after three others have left

Tyler Heineman is projected to earn a salary of $1 million in 2026, and considering how well he played last season, he could represent the easiest decision of the offseason. 1 more Blue Jay could be on non-tender chopping block after three others have left Daulton Varsho, Eric Lauer, and Ernie Clement are "no-brainer" picks to be retained at higher salaries next season, and Heineman should be nearly as easy a call for the front office.
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