For years, fans of the Toronto Blue Jays have heard a philosophy that makes them cringe: the club’s “5 Year Policy”. This is the idea of current president, Paul Beeston. It has been a guideline that dictates whether the Blue Jays pursue, and ultimately sign, free agents. And, in theory, it makes sense. In year 6 or 7 of the contract, there is not as much value to be had for the club as history would suggest. There are a litany of examples to back this up. Heck, the New York Mets are STILL paying Bobby Bonilla handsomely.
Is Blue Jays 5 Year Policy About to End?
