In the offseason shake-up, the Toronto Blue Jays saw some key departures, with Bo Bichette's exit as the standout. Bichette, a cornerstone of their offense, left a significant void. Yet, he might not be the only player the Blue Jays will miss, as a few former Jays are making waves in Spring Training.
Ty France
Ty France, who had a diminished role with Toronto after a mid-season trade, is now showcasing his talents with the San Diego Padres. On a minor-league deal, France is turning heads, hitting .370 with a .952 OPS, adding two runs and five RBIs in 11 games.
His Gold Glove skills at first base remain sharp, and he's even showing versatility by taking reps at third. Toronto might be second-guessing their decision, especially as they bank on Eloy Jiménez to fill a similar role.
Isiah Kiner-Falefa
Isiah Kiner-Falefa, perhaps unfairly blamed for postseason woes, is proving his worth with the Boston Red Sox. On a one-year, $6 million deal, he's hitting .389/.522/.500 with a 1.022 OPS over nine games.
His improved plate discipline is evident, with four walks and just one strikeout in 22 plate appearances. Defensively, he's been impeccable across multiple positions.
Despite a rough stint with Toronto, more time might have seen him return to his 2024 form.
Seranthony Domínguez
Seranthony Domínguez's departure could sting the most. A key bullpen piece for Toronto, he stabilized their relief efforts in 2025.
Now with the Chicago White Sox, he's off to a strong start, pitching two scoreless innings in Spring Training. His momentum continued in the World Baseball Classic, representing the Dominican Republic, where he's maintained a scoreless streak.
Domínguez's final stretch with Toronto was impressive, conceding just two earned runs in 19 appearances. While the Blue Jays have revamped their bullpen, Domínguez’s ability to deliver timely strikeouts will be missed.
The Blue Jays’ offseason changes are already being tested as these former players shine elsewhere, leaving Toronto to ponder what might have been.