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Blue Jays Linked to Trade for Two-Time Cy Young Winner

Following a disappointing 2026 campaign, the Blue Jays are hoping for a return to the postseason. That means making some moves this offseason, including on the trade market.Toronto hasn’t been shy about acquiring big names in the past. The franchise…

Published: Friday, 30 October 2026 at 10:13 PM
Blue Jays Linked to Trade for Two-Time Cy Young Winner
Key Things to Know
  • CBS Sports linked the Toronto Blue Jays as a potential trade destination for pitcher Jacob deGrom.
  • The prospective deal would involve a permanent trade for the veteran starter.
  • Jacob deGrom is set to earn $37 million in 2027 in the final season of his five-year contract.
The Story in 60 Seconds

The Toronto Blue Jays have been identified by CBS Sports as a potential trade destination for Texas Rangers starting pitcher Jacob deGrom. The 38-year-old right-hander and two-time Cy Young Award winner is entering the final year of his contract, where he is scheduled to earn $37 million in 2027. Toronto is looking to strengthen its pitching rotation following a disappointing 2026 campaign.

While the fit makes baseball sense for Toronto's starting rotation, any potential trade would be complicated by deGrom's substantial salary and his full no-trade clause. The report notes that deGrom previously exercised his no-trade rights at the 2026 trade deadline to block a proposed deal to the Atlanta Braves.

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