"Few expected the Toronto Blue Jays to win the AL East and secure the best record in the American League. Preseason projections from ESPN ranked them 20th, predicted an 83-79 record, and gave just a 39.2 percent chance of making the playoffs. The expectation was that the team might even consider trading Vladimir Guerrero Jr. at the deadline. Toronto's season began amid failed attempts to acquire top talent, key injuries, struggles from marquee players, and unresolved contract situations."
"The team pursued Roki Sasaki and was prepared to spend over $700 million on Juan Soto, only to be outbid by the Los Angeles Dodgers and New York Mets, respectively. Linked to other stars like Teoscar Hernández, Pete Alonso, Max Fried, and Corbin Burnes, all ultimately signed elsewhere, leaving Toronto reliant on untested prospects and aging veterans. The Blue Jays winning the AL East is the biggest surprise in baseball in 2025"
Preseason expectations were low, with ESPN projecting the Blue Jays 20th and predicting an 83-79 record and a 39.2 percent playoff chance. Toronto failed to land marquee offseason targets, pursued Roki Sasaki, and nearly bid over $700 million for Juan Soto before being outbid. Links to other top players evaporated, leaving the roster dependent on prospects and veterans. Anthony Santander signed after a strong 2024 but struggled and suffered a shoulder injury that limited his season. Vladimir Guerrero Jr. signed a 14-year, $500 million deal but saw dips in home runs and RBIs while maintaining strong walk and low strikeout totals. Bo Bichette's status remained unresolved.
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