Blue Jays Notebook: Sasaki Fallout, Offseason Strategy, and Guerrero Jr.'s Deadline 

The Blue Jays offseason: Are we witnessing a shift in organizational strategy or just another year of near misses? Landing Sasaki would have been a game-changer, but the effort itself speaks volumes. Is this newfound aggressiveness in pursuing international talent a sign of things to come or simply a fleeting moment of ambition? The front office clearly invested time and resources, even enlisting current players in the recruitment process. Does this level of player involvement signal a change in team culture? And what does Bichette’s participation, so close to his own free agency, tell us about his commitment to the team’s future?

Furthermore, the pursuit of Scott before he signed with the Dodgers raises some eyebrows. Is a super-bullpen a viable strategy in today’s game? Could this hint at a willingness to experiment with a six-man rotation if they had landed Sasaki? It seems the Jays are exploring unconventional approaches, but are these innovative strategies or desperate attempts to compensate for roster shortcomings?

The looming Guerrero Jr. extension deadline adds another layer of intrigue. Is a long-term deal realistic, or are we headed for another standoff? How might securing (or failing to secure) Guerrero’s future impact their pursuit of other big names like Santander or Alonso? And would acquiring a power bat make the Jays a more attractive destination for a veteran pitcher like Scherzer? The pieces are in play, but the puzzle remains unsolved. What bold predictions do you have for the rest of the Blue Jays offseason? Let the discussion begin!