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Blue Jays Named “Perfect” Landing Spot For $22 Million Starter

The Toronto Blue Jays are going to look different next season than the squad that failed to return to the playoffs and defend their American League Championship from last fall.They’ve already declined outfielder Myles Straw and are resetting their 40-man…

By Michael Whitaker · Heavy

Published: Thursday, 5 November 2026 at 12:21 AM

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Analyst Scott Roche identified the Toronto Blue Jays as a "perfect" landing spot for pitcher Michael King.
King entered free agency after declining his 2027 player option with the San Diego Padres.
The right-hander went 12-10 with a 3.21 ERA and 159 strikeouts across 32 starts last season.

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Sports Illustrated insider Scott Roche named the Toronto Blue Jays as a "perfect" landing spot for free-agent starting pitcher Michael King. King entered unrestricted free agency after declining his 2027 player option with the San Diego Padres. Roche argued that Toronto could use King near the top of manager John Schneider's rotation.

King posted a 12-10 record with a 3.21 ERA and 159 strikeouts across 185 innings for San Diego last season. The potential free agent addition comes as the Blue Jays see starters like Shane Bieber hit free agency, leaving Toronto seeking rotation depth alongside Dylan Cease and Trey Yesavage.

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