The Blue Jays will kick off a brand new season later today when they square off against the Detroit Tigers. It’s an exciting time for baseball fans everywhere, and with the news around the Blue Jays the last few days, there has been plenty to talk about in addition to a fresh slate, and games that actually count in the standings.
Yesterday’s Blue Jay headlines were dominated by the trade of Kendrys Morales to the Oakland A’s, which brought back a minor leaguer and some international bonus pool money. The move was less about the return and more about creating playing time for the emerging youngsters in Toronto, and even though Morales could have been a useful veteran mentor the Blue Jays saw fit to send him to Oakland.