Blue Jays' Offseason Boosts Playoff Hopes

0:00This is Corey with Toronto Blue Jays News Today, powered by the Daily News Now. Subscribe for daily updates on your team. The Toronto Blue Jays are gearing up as a top American League East Contender after coming so close in last year's World Series. They pushed the Los Angeles Dodgers to a decisive game, 7 but fell short. With 94 wins last season, they've added firepower this off season, including a 7-year deal for starting pitcher Dylan Seas and A. Four-year contract for third baseman Kazuma Okamoto from Japan. The Jays bolstered their rotation with Cody Ponce on a three-year pact after his strong stint overseas, plus Mack Scherzer returning for one more year. At age 41, key arms like Kevin Galsman, Shane Bieber and Jose Barrios rounded out, though some are nursing injuries. Hitters such as Vladimir Guerrero Jr., Alejandro Kirk, behind the plate, and breakout stars Addison Barger and Ernie Clement give them lineup punch. From a Red Sox fans view, Vlad Guerrero Jr. stands out as the most likable Blue Jay, while

1:04George Springer draws heat from his Astro scandal. Days. Scherzer's fiery mound presence and Galsman's dominance over Boston don't help their popularity either. Still, the Jays talent has everyone in the division on notice. They face the Red Sox four times this year, starting with a three-game set April 27th through 29th in Toronto. Boston hosts June 16th through 18th and July 24th through 26th, then its back north August 10th through 13th. Experts see the Jays potentially topping 94 wins again, but regression looms in the batting order and pitching staff. Vlad's power could rebound, keeping them in the playoff hunt all season long. This story is made possible by our sponsor. See the episode description. No earbuds, no headbands, no awkward sleeping positions, just a pillow that plays your sound. No L L I, solely pillow.com.