PT TOMORROW: AL East—Bautista, Britton could be deadline-deal fodder
Jul 16 2017
The extension of the relationship between José Bautista (OF, TOR) and the Blue Jays has not gone as planned for either side.
At this point—with Bautista’s contact rate continuing its three-year slide and the bat-flipper extraordinaire having fewer opportunities to demonstrate that skill, thanks to a PX that has slipped back near league average—it would seem doubtful that Toronto will exercise its end of the $17 million mutual option on Bautista’s services for 2018.
Instead, if Toronto can find a taker (who perhaps agrees to pick up some of his salary), Bautista’s parting gift may be a trade to a contender looking for a right-handed outfielder with playoff experience.
If Bautista is sent elsewhere, Toronto would likely...
Almost!
You’re just a few clicks away from accessing this feature and hundreds more throughout the year that have a singular goal in mind: Winning your league. Subscribe to BaseballHQ.com here!
Already a subscriber? Sign in here
More From PT Tomorrow
Feb 5 2026 3:01am
With Yoan Moncada returning to 3B, there's a new position battle at 2B for the Angels.
Feb 4 2026 3:05am
Feb 4 2026 3:05am
Edwin Uceta headlines Tampa Bay's group of late-inning relievers, but early indications are that the team will revert to a committee approach for saves.
Feb 3 2026 3:08am
Feb 3 2026 3:08am
With teams still putting rosters together, each of the NL West teams (even the Dodgers), has some work to do. What are next steps each team might take?
Jan 29 2026 3:06am
Jan 29 2026 3:06am
What does the acquisition of Luisangel Acuña mean for the outfield picture in Chicago? Plus, a look at DET SS options, the catcher situation in KC, and the CLE and MIN rotations.
Jan 26 2026 3:03am
Jan 26 2026 3:03am
