Just days after finally landing a high-end free agent by signing Anthony Santander, it seemed like Ross Atkins and the Toronto Blue Jays were about to pull off

Pete Alonso is in the spotlight with various MLB teams showing and withdrawing interest. The Toronto Blue Jays and Los Angeles Angels have backed off,

As Pete Alonso’s free agency trudges along, the Toronto Blue Jays have emerged as a suitor. While the first baseman’s market has been cold for much of the offseason, the Blue Jays now seem prepared to heat it up.

The best way for Toronto to help close that gap is to convince Guerrero Jr. that he can compete in Toronto long-term. And the best way to do that is to continue adding talent this offseason, wherever the team can find it.