Blue Jays Seek Bullpen Improvements Before Trade Deadline

The Blue Jays are actively seeking bullpen upgrades as the trade deadline approaches, according to a report by Mitch Bannon of The Athletic. With the best record in baseball at 63-43, the Jays are looking to strengthen their relief pitching to solidify their position as contenders.

While Toronto's bullpen has performed decently this season with a 3.66 earned run average, recent injuries have highlighted the need for additional depth. Jeff Hoffman, the team's closer, has shown improvement since a rough stretch in May but there is still room for enhancement.

The Jays have various options to bolster their bullpen, including acquiring an established closer or adding talented arms regardless of closing experience. The team may need to make tough roster decisions to accommodate new additions and stay within budget constraints.

Several closers are rumored to be available for trade, offering the Jays multiple avenues to explore. Negotiations with other teams will be influenced by the asking prices and the Jays' willingness to take on additional salary to offset prospect costs.

With key executives' contracts nearing expiration and a history of playoff disappointments, the Blue Jays may opt for bold moves to strengthen their roster for a deep postseason run. In addition to bullpen upgrades, the team has also been linked to potential starting pitching targets.

According to the source: MLB Trade Rumors.