Yesterday there was some news about Jay:
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Ross Atkins was asked about negotiations with Bo Bichette. Ross said, “In my conversations with him, I'll stick with Beau and me.” It's not a surprise.
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The Red Sox also spoke with Bichette. I wouldn't like to see him in a Red Sox uniform. But I'm not surprised that he's talking to the Red Sox or that they're talking loudly to the Red Sox. I'm guessing Bo's plan is to talk to everyone, get an idea of ​​how much he can get, and then go back to Jace and ask if they can match or beat him.
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After Kyle Tucker visited the Blue Jays' spring training facilities, he spoke with the Yankees. Brian Cashman said Tucker “did not visit the Yankee complex.” I wouldn't attach much importance to this. But Cashman also said they were already too “left-handed.” I hope something happens to him.
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The Jays spoke with Robert Suarez. Last year he had 40 saves (including 5 blown saves). Suarez will be 35 years old by the start of next season. He spent four seasons with the Padres, the last two as their closer. I'm sure they've talked to everyone involved in the free agent market.
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Former Jays pitcher Steven Matz signed a two-year contract. He's been coming out of the bullpen the last couple of years.
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Jose Berrios “wasn't happy” about being left out of the World Series roster and decided to go home instead of watching his teammates. I've never put too much stock in these things, I'm guessing that if the Jays don't trade him, he'll still be back this spring, trying his best to make sure they don't leave him out of the playoff lineup next year.
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Ross Atkins said that “Shane Bieber is expected to be ready for opening day.” I didn't know there was a question about whether he would be ready.
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They see Cody Ponce as the starting pitcher. Not a surprise either.
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They see Louis Varland as a striker.
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There will be no inning limits for Trey Yesavage next year.
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Jon Heyman says the Jays are interested in Ketel Martha. He's had three really good years in a row and would have been a pretty good player at No. 2 if, say, Bo had signed with someone else.
