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The Toronto Blue Jays have been one of baseball’s biggest surprises this season. With a strong 55-41 record, they’ve managed to stay just ahead of powerhouse teams like the Yankees and Red Sox in the tough AL East. But if they want to keep their playoff dreams alive, they’ll need to keep improving, and fast.
One major issue? Their pitching. While the offence has done its job, the pitching staff is starting to show cracks. Toronto’s starters haven’t been going deep into games, putting a lot of pressure on the bullpen. Right now, their overall ERA is near the bottom of the league, and that won’t cut it if they want to make a serious run in October.
That’s why there’s talk of a big-time trade. Baseball analyst Jake Storiale believes the Blue Jays could go all in and try to trade for Sandy Alcantara, a former Cy Young Award winner currently with the Miami Marlins. Alcantara isn’t having a great season; he’s coming back from Tommy John surgery and has struggled with control, but the talent is still there.
The idea is this: trade for him now while his value is low, help him get back to his best, and you’ve got a star pitcher under contract through at least 2026, with an option for 2027. It’s a gamble, but one that could pay off huge.
Alcantara’s numbers this year don’t look pretty (a 7.22 ERA and not helping much in wins above replacement), but the Blue Jays would be betting on a comeback. It’s a bold move, especially considering the long-term money involved, but Toronto’s front office knows that playing it safe might not be enough to stay ahead in such a competitive division.
With the trade deadline fast approaching, the Blue Jays could roll the dice in hopes of turning a great first half into a magical full season.