Toronto Blue Jays have serious contract problems with George Springer and Daulton Varsho

Contract years have a funny way of bringing out the absolute best in ballplayers.

We are staring down the barrel of a season where both George Springer and Daulton Varsho (Drafted 2nd round, 2017 by Arizona) are set to hit the open market once the final out is recorded.

Some analysts are calling it a "concern" for the front office, but from the bleachers, it looks a lot more like an opportunity.

You want motivation? How about George Springer coming off a legendary resurgence where he hit .309 with 32 home runs?

The veteran silence the doubters who said he was washed up after 2024, and now he has one final shot to earn another payday.

He isn't just playing for a ring anymore; he's playing to cement his legacy—and his bank account.

Then you have Daulton Varsho, who was nothing short of electric before injuries cut his 2025 campaign short.

In just 71 games, he smashed 20 homers and posted an .833 OPS while playing Gold Glove caliber defense.

The front office has a massive decision to make, especially with Varsho entering his prime at 29 years old.

If he stays healthy, he is a legitimate MVP candidate who impacts the game on both sides of the ball.

The "concern" isn't about their performance; it's about whether Ross Atkins can write the check fast enough to keep Varsho in blue long-term.

For Springer (Drafted 1st round, 2011 by Houston), this season is a victory lap where he can empty the tank without worrying about next year.

Having two key starters with this level of personal stakes usually translates to serious production.

We aren't looking at a distraction; we are looking at two guys who are about to put the team on their backs.

If this is the "Last Dance" for this specific core, you can bet they are going to make it a memorable one.

The 2026 Blue Jays aren't just chasing a playoff spot; they are chasing history with a roster that has everything to prove.