Back on Nov 28th, 2014, the Blue Jays acquired the eventual 2015 MVP, Josh Donaldson, from the Oakland A’s for a 4 player package. At the time, many fans were split on their opinion of the deal because the Blue Jays gave up a talented group of players in order to make the trade happen.
The package was highlighted by Canadian, Brett Lawrie, who had played with the Jays from 2011-2014. It also included pitchers Kendall Graveman, Sean Nolin and shortstop Franklin Barretto, a solid haul for the A’s for their star third baseman.