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Atkins New Man In Charge Of Jays Roster

Ross Atkins will be named the new general manager of the Toronto Blue Jays. The hiring marks a reunion between Atkins and new team president Mark Shapiro from their days in Ohio.

Ross Atkins was Cleveland's vice-president of player personnel in 2015. (Image from Ohio.com)

The 42 year-old Atkins takes over for Alex Anthopoulos, who left the team after not being able to "see a fit" under Shapiro . Atkins takes over for interim GM Tony LaCava, who will still remain with the club.