The Blue Jays are digging through the second-base market this offseason, and Jazz Chisholm Jr. is right there in the mix.
According to Sportsnet’s Shi Davidi, Toronto has already met with Chisholm’s representatives, a clear sign the versatile infielder is on the club’s radar as it tries to improve the roster. Chisholm is one of several names being considered, with the Blue Jays also monitoring free-agent second baseman Brandon Lowe. Arizona Diamondbacks star Ketel Marte is another possible target, though his situation is more complicated after landing on the restricted list this year and carrying 10-and-5 no-trade protection.
Chisholm’s appeal starts with his flexibility. He’s open to a multi-position role, which could give Toronto options both in the infield and outfield. He began his MLB career as an infielder with the Miami Marlins, moved to center field in 2023, and stayed mostly in the outfield until Miami dealt him to New York at the 2024 trade deadline.
In New York, Chisholm logged just two games in center field, while spending most of his time at second base and third base. Over 137 games with the Yankees in 2026, he hit .231 with a .312 on-base percentage and a .711 OPS, along with 19 home runs and 55 RBIs.
Toronto’s interest lines up with a clear need. Ernie Clement put together an All-Star-calibre first half in 2026 and became an important piece for the Blue Jays, but his production dropped sharply after the break. That downturn has pushed Toronto to look at other options at second.
Chisholm would bring power, speed and defensive versatility, though his offensive consistency is part of the evaluation. For now, it’s not clear whether the Blue Jays will push all the way toward a deal, but the meeting with his camp shows they’re taking the search seriously.
With Lowe and Marte also in the conversation, Toronto has a few intriguing paths as it looks to strengthen the roster for 2027.
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