Incredible 3-for-1 trade offer announced with Fernando Tatis Jr waiving no-trade clause for Toronto
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Victor William
Jan 31, 2026 (5:48 PM)
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The New York Yankees are reportedly circling Fernando Tatis Jr. like sharks, but if Ross Atkins has any big moves left, he will steal this deal and bring "El Niño" to Toronto.
The latest rumors from Sports Illustrated have the Bronx Bombers lining up a blockbuster trade to pair Tatis with Aaron Judge, a nightmare scenario for the rest of the AL East.
But let’s pump the brakes on the pinstripe coronation.
The Blue Jays actually make way more sense as a destination, and they have the specific assets to pull it off.
Fernando Tatis Jr (Signed as Int'l FA, 2015 by White Sox) is entering his prime at age 27, coming off a 2025 season where he hit 25 homers and stole 32 bases despite missing time.
His contract, which pays him just $20 million in 2026, is a shocking bargain for a superstar of his caliber.
The Yankees package reportedly centers around Jasson Dominguez and Spencer Jones.
But San Diego needs certainty to compete now, not just prospects who might strike out 200 times.
Toronto offers the "Win-Now" package San Diego craves
This is where the Blue Jays swoop in.
Instead of unproven rookies, Toronto can offer major-league ready talent that A.J. Preller can plug directly into his lineup.
The Sports Illustrated mock trade suggests the Yankees would have to empty their farm system.
But the Jays can offer a balanced mix: a young, controllable starter like Bowden Francis and Yariel Rodriguez, plus a top positional prospect like Arjun Nimmala.
Why would Tatis waive his no-trade clause for Toronto?.
Because hitting behind Vladimir Guerrero Jr. in the Rogers Centre is a career-best setup.
He gets to be the face of a country, not just "Judge's sidekick."
If the Jays are serious about a World Series in 2026, stealing Tatis from the Yankees isn't just an option—it’s a necessity.
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