Blue Jays slowly demonstrate reasons for hope as Louis Varland and Kaz Okamoto lead the way
Struggling Jays flying under radar thanks to NHL playoffs and Leafs front office moves
The Blue Jays long list of walking wounded is gradually returning to the active roster, but the key move for manager John Schneider and his coaching staff as April tujrned to May included handing Louis Varland the closer’s role and guiding some major adjustments in the batter’s box by rookie third-baseman Kazuma Okamoto.
The highly anticipated return to the rotation of RH Trey Yesavage is important as is the anticipated return to right field of Addison Barger on tghew weekend vs. the Angels at Rogers Centre.
With all the improvements in the off-season and several key newcomers, is there an unwelcome change in the vibe surrounding the defending AL Champions? Is the new bullpen setup better than the ‘25 group of relievers and can it be even better.
Where do Kevin Gausman and Dylan Cease of the Jays rank among AL opponents in terms of Top 2 starters in the rotation? And much more.
At some point last year the Jays started to play 'fun' baseball. It was great to watch. This year's edition is the opposite - lacklustre and moribund. It's boring baseball not played well. It had better turn around soon.