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The Blue Jays should go all-in on Orioles’ Gunnar Henderson if he is available

A split between Gunnar Henderson and the Baltimore Orioles seems increasingly likely. Here's why the Toronto Blue Jays should trade for him if he becomes available.

Published: Wednesday, 21 October 2026 at 3:00 PM
The Blue Jays should go all-in on Orioles’ Gunnar Henderson if he is available
Key Things to Know
  • Jays Journal argues Toronto should trade for Baltimore shortstop Gunnar Henderson if he is made available.
  • A potential permanent trade would pair Henderson with Vladimir Guerrero Jr. for at least two seasons.
  • The writer suggests Baltimore's asking price from a division rival would likely start with prospect JoJo Parker.
The Story in 60 Seconds

Jays Journal argues that the Toronto Blue Jays should aggressively pursue a trade for Baltimore Orioles shortstop Gunnar Henderson if he becomes available. Writer Ben Wrixon suggests Henderson represents an elite talent who could serve as a premier left-handed co-star alongside Vladimir Guerrero Jr. for at least the next two seasons.

Despite a down 2026 campaign where Henderson hit 24 home runs with a .715 OPS, Wrixon notes his 3.6 fWAR still would have led Toronto position players. The article suggests acquiring him from an AL East rival would require a substantial package, likely starting with prospect JoJo Parker.

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