Toronto Blue Jays general manager Ross Atkins believes that his team performed well in comparison to their American League East rivals at the trade deadline. The Blue Jays acquired shortstop Paul DeJong from the St. Louis Cardinals, making it their third deal with the Cardinals in the past two weeks. Atkins mentioned that divisional rivals like the New York Yankees, Boston Red Sox, and Baltimore Orioles did not make major trades, indicating the strength of the teams in the division. The focus for the Blue Jays was on acquiring depth to maintain their current form. The team also received cash considerations along with DeJong in exchange for pitching prospect Matt Svanson. The Blue Jays were unable to make bigger trades due to the limited availability of rumored players. The acquisition of DeJong became a priority after shortstop Bo Bichette sustained an injury in a recent game against the Baltimore Orioles. Bichette’s injury is not severe, but the team wanted to ensure they had enough coverage. DeJong, a two-time all-star, has displayed solid performance throughout his career and is expected to contribute to the team. The Blue Jays made other transactions within the organization, including designating outfielder Jordan Luplow for assignment and reinstating left-handed pitcher Hyun Jin Ryu from the injured list. Atkins expressed confidence in the team’s depth and the moves they made during the trade deadline.
MLB Trade Deadline: Blue Jays Bolster Their Roster with Added Depth
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