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Blue Jays Eye Trade for Pitcher José Berríos Amid Rotation Crowding

12/11/2025

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Summary

Story summary

The Toronto Blue Jays are exploring a trade of pitcher José Berríos, who has three years and $66 million left.
Berríos did not request a trade, and General Manager Ross Atkins says he left the postseason to be with family.
In 2025, Berríos posted a 4.17 earned run average (ERA), and the Jays would reallocate trade savings to strengthen the bullpen or lineup amid a crowded rotation.

History

Historical Context

The 2016 MLB trade deadline highlighted strategic shifts among teams, notably when the Chicago Cubs acquired closer Aroldis Chapman from the New York Yankees for top prospects, marking a $46 million investment. This trend continued as the Toronto Blue Jays considered trading José Berríos, reflecting a broader strategy of optimizing rosters and finances to enhance playoff competitiveness in Major League Baseball.

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Story summary

The Toronto Blue Jays are exploring a trade of pitcher José Berríos, who has three years and $66 million left.
Berríos did not request a trade, and General Manager Ross Atkins says he left the postseason to be with family.
In 2025, Berríos posted a 4.17 earned run average (ERA), and the Jays would reallocate trade savings to strengthen the bullpen or lineup amid a crowded rotation.

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