Blue Jays pursue trade for Sandy Alcantara as rotation struggles continue
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 2, 2026, 11:24 AM
Last updated Jun 2, 2026
The Toronto Blue Jays are actively seeking to bolster their pitching rotation, which has faced numerous injuries this season. Reports indicate that they are targeting Miami Marlins starter Sandy Alcantara, a former Cy Young winner, as a potential trade option. Alcantara, currently under contract for $56 million, has struggled this year with a 4.66 ERA but is viewed as having star potential. Acquiring him could provide the Blue Jays with the depth they need to improve their chances in the postseason. The trade deadline is approaching, prompting speculation on potential moves by Toronto to stabilize their roster.
- •Blue Jays have dealt with significant injuries to their pitching staff.
- •Sandy Alcantara has a 4.66 ERA in 12 starts this season.
- •Alcantara has a $21 million club option for 2027.
- •Toronto could focus their efforts on both Alcantara and Tarik Skubal.
- •Trade deadline approaches, increasing urgency for Toronto.
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"The Toronto Blue Jays have had trouble keeping the pitching staff healthy all season. In this trade, they get a big name to hopefully get them over the nightmare start to the season.
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