Blue Jays consider trade for Gleyber Torres amid struggles
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 19, 2026, 6:34 PM
Last updated Jun 19, 2026
The Toronto Blue Jays are looking into a potential trade for Gleyber Torres, currently with the Detroit Tigers, as they face challenges in the middle infield following Bo Bichette's absence. Ernie Clement has performed well at second base, but Andres Gimenez is underperforming at shortstop. Torres, who has a $22 million qualifying offer, is identified as a valuable asset with a solid batting average of.280 this season. If the Tigers enter sell mode, Torres could be one of the veterans available. This potential trade could bolster the Blue Jays' lineup, particularly as they seek more offensive production.
- •Blue Jays exploring trade options for Gleyber Torres.
- •Torres batting.280 with four home runs this season.
- •Toronto needs help in the middle infield after Bo Bichette's injury.
- •Tigers may sell veteran players if they continue to struggle.
- •Trade could address the Blue Jays' lack of offensive production.
- 6:34 PMYahoo Sports — Blue Jays and Gleyber Torres set up as trade possibility
"Toronto could use the help in the middle of the diamond.
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