Dylan Cease showcases potential in first season with Blue Jays
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 18, 2026, 7:15 PM
Last updated Sep 18, 2026
Dylan Cease, in his first season with the Toronto Blue Jays, has posted a 2.38 ERA and achieved notable strikeout totals. After signing a seven-year, $210 million contract, Cease expressed his desire to maximize his potential, having struggled with a 4.55 ERA in the previous season with San Diego. Teammates have praised his performance, indicating he has exceeded expectations. Cease made a strong debut with 12 strikeouts in his opening weekend against the Athletics and continues to perform well away from home. He aims to further improve as the season progresses.
- •Dylan Cease signed a seven-year, $210 million contract with Toronto.
- •He has a 2.38 ERA and notable strikeout numbers this season.
- •Cease expressed a strong desire to improve after a challenging previous season.
- •He set a franchise record with 12 strikeouts in his Blue Jays debut.
- •Teammates report he is exceeding preseason expectations.
- 7:15 PMYahoo Sports — In his first season as a Blue Jay, Dylan Cease is maximizing his 'potential' as planned
"After signing a $210 million contract with Toronto last winter, Cease has a 2.38 ERA while still racking up strikeouts.
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