Blue Jays improve roster at MLB trade deadline despite trading key players
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 6, 2026, 4:30 PM
Last updated Aug 6, 2026
The Toronto Blue Jays were labeled the most improved team after the 2026 MLB trade deadline, despite being sellers. They traded Kevin Gausman to the Chicago Cubs, Jeff Hoffman to the Minnesota Twins, and Daulton Varsho to the Houston Astros. However, the acquisition of Jose Soriano from the Los Angeles Angels and Spencer Arrighetti is seen as a beneficial move for the team's future. While trading Gausman was significant, Soriano has performed better this season, providing the Blue Jays with a long-term option under club control through 2028.
- •Blue Jays traded Gausman, Hoffman, and Varsho at the trade deadline.
- •Acquired Jose Soriano and Spencer Arrighetti from other teams.
- •NL executive and AL scout described Blue Jays as most improved.
- •Soriano has outperformed Gausman since the trade.
- •Move aligns with long-term goals for the franchise.
- 4:30 PMYahoo Sports — How Blue Jays were 'most improved' team after MLB trade deadline despite selling
"This is a very interesting label to receive after selling at the deadline.
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