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By Shaun McAvoy
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The Toronto Blue Jays got off to a hot start in free agency this offseason, signing star hurler Dylan Cease to a massive contract, but have missed out on nearly all of the top free agents they were pursuing.
After signing Cease, the Blue Jays followed it up by bringing in Tyler Rogers and Cody Ponce to further bolster their pitching staff, and later signed NPB star third baseman Kazuma Okamoto to add some power to their lineup. Toronto has been loading up after nearly winning the World Series, but now needs to pivot after missing out on Kyle Tucker and Bo Bichette.
The Blue Jays have been one of the most active teams this offseason, and though they were linked to Bichette and Tucker in free agency, the team failed to bring in either star. Bichette spent the first seven seasons of his career in Toronto, but reportedly reached agreement on a three-year contract with the New York Mets, per The Athletic's Will Sammon.
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Though losing Bichette to the Mets is not ideal, Tucker agreeing to terms with the Los Angeles Dodgers, as reported by ESPN's Jeff Passan, was the worst case scenario for the Blue Jays. Toronto still could use another big bat, and with Tucker off the table, options are limited.
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The Blue Jays need to remain aggressive in their pursuit to improve if they want to keep up with the Dodgers next season. There are still solid free agents and trade targets available, and one of their top priorities should be trying to sign New York Yankees star outfielder Cody Bellinger.
Behind Tucker, Bellinger was the best outfielder available this offseason. The 30-year-old is a two-time All-Star and former MVP who would be a great fit in Toronto. After nearly winning the World Series this season, the Blue Jays should continue their aggressive approach this offseason.
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