Blue Jays president Mark Shapiro and general manager Ross Atkins expressed their disappointment during their end-of-season media appearances, following the team’s close loss to the Los Angeles Dodgers in Game 7 of the World Series. Despite the heartbreak, they acknowledged the remarkable season the Blue Jays had, bouncing back from a last-place finish in the previous year to clinch the AL East title with 94 wins.
The team’s playoff journey included victories over the New York Yankees in the AL Division Series and the Seattle Mariners in the AL Championship Series. The World Series concluded with an intense 11-inning finale against the Dodgers.
Toronto has extended a qualifying offer to standout player Bo Bichette for the 2026 season, signaling their intention to keep him on the team. As free agency looms, other notable players like Max Scherzer, Chris Bassitt, and Seranthony Dominguez are also on the market.
With strong team chemistry and key players like Vladimir Guerrero Jr. leading the charge, the Blue Jays are looking to build on their success next season and aim for their first World Series win since 1993. The team is set to begin spring training in mid-February in Florida, gearing up for their season opener against the Athletics on March 26.