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Toronto Blue Jays eye Michael King as free agent target for $75 million

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 1, 2026, 12:34 AM

Last updated Oct 1, 2026

Toronto Blue Jays eye Michael King as free agent target for $75 million

Summary

The Toronto Blue Jays are reportedly interested in signing starting pitcher Michael King as they begin their offseason. With the MLB playoffs ongoing, the Blue Jays are seeking a durable arm to complement ace Dylan Cease. King, currently with the San Diego Padres, is a proven starter with a recent successful performance in the NL Wild Card Series. He signed a three-year, $75 million deal last offseason but may consider opting out after this season. The Blue Jays aim to strengthen their rotation as they prepare to compete for the division title and potentially the World Series next season.

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What We Know

•Blue Jays are looking for a starting pitcher this offseason.
•Michael King has made 30+ starts in two of the last three seasons.
•King pitched well in the NL Wild Card Series for the Padres.
•Toronto must outbid other teams to land King in free agency.
•Blue Jays are expected to pursue aggressive offseason strategies.

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What they're saying

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While the MLB playoffs are ongoing, the Toronto Blue Jays are watching from the sidelines, so their offseason has already begun. If you watched the Blue Jays on a daily basis in 2026, you would understand that perhaps their biggest need this offseason is a durable starting pitcher to form a duo with ace Dylan […] The post Toronto Blue Jays Linked to $75 Million Starting Pitcher in Free Agency Rumor appeared first on HEAVY.
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