Blue Jays linked to Yankees free agent Jazz Chisholm Jr
MLB analysts predict the infielder could land in Toronto on a multi-year deal to address the team's offensive struggles.
The Toronto Blue Jays are being linked to free agent infielder Jazz Chisholm Jr. as a potential target to address their offensive woes.
MLB.com's Mark Feinsand identified Toronto as a potential landing spot for the two-time All-Star, while a FanSided.com predictions piece by John Perrotto forecast the Blue Jays signing Chisholm to a four-year, $80 million contract.
"Yankees fans are tired of Chisholm’s inconsistency, booing him when the Rays eliminated New York in an ALDS, and he’s expected to move on in free agency despite hitting 19 homers and stealing 41 bases in 137 games," Perrotto wrote.
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The Blue Jays finished last in MLB in runs scored in 2026 with only 648.
Adding a dynamic left-handed hitter with Chisholm's power and speed could give the lineup a much-needed jolt.
Chisholm, 29, did not duplicate his 2025 production, when he became a 30-30 player, but he still provided plenty of value in 2026.
He hit .231 with 19 home runs, 55 RBIs and 41 stolen bases over 137 games while producing 3.5 fWAR.
His 41 stolen bases ranked third in the American League.
The Blue Jays have a potential opening at second base.
Ernie Clement can handle the position, but Feinsand noted that Clement struggled significantly down the stretch, posting a .442 OPS across August and September.
Toronto general manager Ross Atkins has also indicated that Clement will have to earn his starting role next spring.
That could create an opportunity for Chisholm to step into the lineup while allowing Clement to take on a valuable super-utility role.
Despite his talent, Chisholm is coming off a down offensive season.
He struck out 157 times in 532 plate appearances and posted a 29.5% strikeout rate, placing him in the bottom 10% of MLB in that category.
His 30.9% whiff rate also ranked in the bottom 10%.
Additionally, there are questions about his injury history and how much money Toronto should commit to him following a season in which his offensive production declined.
Feinsand's analysis suggests a three-to-four-year contract worth roughly $20 million annually could be a reasonable range, although the final price will depend heavily on how the free-agent market develops.
According to Spotrac.com, Chisholm’s market value is two years, $34 million, which is an AAV of $17 million.
For Toronto, the upside is obvious: Chisholm brings speed, athleticism, power and a left-handed bat to a lineup that badly needs more production.
Chisholm has noted he would like to stay in New York, but the Yankees may be fed up with his inconsistency.
Garbutt Disposal reported in September that the Blue Jays finished last in the American League East.
With files from Yahoo Sports