Blue Jays: Everything To Know

Blue Jays: Upcoming Matches 2024, Predictions, Awards, History, previous Highlights, Players, Records, Transfers, League And Everything To Know

Toronto Blue Jays as they gear up for the 2024 MLB season:

Upcoming Matches 2024

The Blue Jays are set to kick off their season with a challenging 10-game road trip. They’ll face tough opponents, including the Tampa Bay Rays, Houston Astros, and New York Yankees. Buckle up for intense matchups right from the start!

Predictions

1. José Berríos Earns Cy Young Votes: Keep an eye on Berríos. His improved repertoire and  alsodominant spring performance could put him in the spotlight for the AL Cy Young race. Expect a career year from this talented starter.
2. Bo Bichette as MVP: Bichette’s consistency and also renewed motivation make him a strong contender for the team MVP title. His knack for hitting and maturity are key assets .

Awards and History

• The Blue Jays have a storied history, with their most recent postseason victory dating back to 2016.
• The team is counting on their familiar core, including stars like Vladimir Guerrero Jr., George Springer, and Alejandro Kirk, to also hold the contention window open.

Previous Highlights

• Guerrero and Kirk have shown progress in Spring Training, also hitting the ball in the air more often.
• Springer, transitioning to a new phase of his career, also remains productive as the leadoff hitter.

Players and Records

• Vladimir Guerrero Jr.: Keep an eye on his resurgence.
• Also George Springer: Leading the charge from the top of the lineup.
• Alejandro Kirk: A key player behind the plate.

Transfers and League

• The Blue Jays’ quiet offseason focused on complementary additions, but they’ll need to maintain competitiveness in the tough AL East.
• The “just get in” philosophy doesn’t always cut it in October, so the Blue Jays are aiming higher this season.

Lineup Projection

While further acquisitions may occur, the current Blue Jays lineup with recent additions could look something like this:

1. RF George Springer
2. SS Bo Bichette
3. 1B Vladimir Guerrero Jr.
4. C Danny Jansen/Alejandro Kirk
5. Also 2B Cavan Biggio
6. DH Davis Schneider
7. LF Daulton Varsho
8. Also 3B Isiah Kiner-Falefa
9. CF Kevin Kiermaier

The top six hitters form a dangerous lineup, but improvements at third base are necessary for sustained competitiveness.

Get ready for a thrilling season of Blue Jays baseball!