"The bulk of the bullpen core has returned for another season with the Blue Jays. That core from the 2025 squad included Jeff Hoffman, Yimi Garcia, Braydon Fisher, Mason Fluharty, Brendon Little, Tommy Nance and Louie Varland. But that doesn't mean that they have all sewn up roles heading into the 2026 season already."
"First of all, newcomer Tyler Rogers is all but guaranteed a bullpen spot as one of the Blue Jays' big offseason signings. In addition, there have been other prime candidates adamantly vying for a spot with strong performances this spring, including Rule 5 draftees Spencer Miles and Angel Bastardo, along with surprising non-roster invitee Connor Seabold."
"In hindsight, one would assume whoever we saw filling the role admirably last season, they would get a chance to do so again this year right? That would mean Tyler Heineman being the backup catcher once again, and the likes of Davis Schneider, Nathan Lukes and Myles Straw completing the bench posse."
The Toronto Blue Jays are preparing for the 2026 season after coming close to a World Series championship in 2025. The final week of Spring Training is crucial for determining the team's roster makeup. Key decisions remain regarding which relievers will secure bullpen roles, with returning core members like Jeff Hoffman and Yimi Garcia competing alongside newcomers Tyler Rogers and Rule 5 draftees Spencer Miles and Angel Bastardo. Additionally, the team must finalize bench player selections, with questions about whether returning players like Tyler Heineman, Davis Schneider, Nathan Lukes, and Myles Straw will retain their previous roles or if new candidates will emerge.
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