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The latest whispers linking the Toronto Blue Jays to free agent ace Framber Valdez are absolute madness, but they signal exactly the kind of aggression this fanbase has been screaming for.
It is February, spring training is days away, and the stove has suddenly reignited with a vengeance.
Reports are surfacing that Ross Atkins might be preparing one final, massive splash to land the former Astros lefty.
The deal would sit around a total of $200 million with a average salary of $33.3 million per season which means it would be a 6 year contract.
Valdez (Signed as Int. FA in 2015 by Houston) is arguably the most durable starter on the open market.
He is coming off another workhorse campaign in 2025, posting a 3.66 ERA while devouring 192 innings for Houston.
The man simply does not break, and his sinker is a weapon that was built to neutralize the heavy hitters in the AL East.
Bringing a ground-ball artist of his caliber to the Rogers Centre makes too much sense to ignore.
He racked up 187 strikeouts last season, proving his stuff is as electric as ever at age 32.
This isn't just about adding depth; it is about building a rotation that bullies opponents.
This rotation would be unhittable in October
Imagine the sheer panic in the opposing dugout having to face Kevin Gausman and Valdez back-to-back.
That is the type of pitching dominance that wins championships, plain and simple.
The price tag would be astronomical, likely hovering around the $200 million mark, but you cannot put a price on a parade.
We have watched this front office be cautious for too long.
This rumor proves that the organization knows the current core needs to win immediately.
If Rogers is willing to sign the check, this is the dagger that puts the Yankees and Orioles on notice.
Seeing "La Grasa" in Blue Jays blue would be the ultimate power move to start the year.
It is time to stop being "interested" in stars and start signing the ones who deliver rings.
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