Toronto has repeatedly targeted frontline starting pitchers to become difference-makers for the rotation. Max Scherzer returned from a thumb injury and has delivered a string of successful outings. The club faces roster turnover ahead of 2026 with Chris Bassitt and Max Scherzer expected to reach free agency. Internal options such as Alek Manoah, Trey Yesavage, Bowden Francis, Adam Macko, Jake Bloss and Rickey Tiedemann could compete for rotation spots if healthy. The Blue Jays lack a reliable left-handed starter and could pursue established southpaw arms. Several high-profile free agents, including ace-type pitchers, are expected to lead the winter market.
It's been a common theme over the past few off-season's, the Toronto Blue Jays want a pitcher and they want a guy who can be difference maker. Just a few months ago, they were believed to be top suitors for Corbin Burnes, before he landed in Arizona. Toronto pivoted to Max Scherzer and it's a move that looks like it is paying off as Scherzer is putting together a string of successful outings since returning from a thumb injury in June.
No matter how this season ends for the Blue Jays, 2026 will bring along a new set of challenges and Toronto will likely once again be looking to add to their starting rotation. Chris Bassitt and Max Scherzer are expected to leave via free agency. While the Blue Jays do have some internal candidates that could compete for those roles, Alek Manoah, Trey Yesavage, Bowden Francis, Adam Macko, Jake Bloss and Rickey Tiedemann all come to mind (if healthy),
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