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Toronto Blue Jays Sign Slugger Anthony Santander To .5M Deal

Baltimore Orioles right fielder Anthony Santander warms up during a baseball workout a day before the team's wild card playoff game against the Kansas City Royals, Monday, Sept. 30, 2024, in Ba

The Toronto Blue Jays made a significant move by signing outfielder Anthony Santander to a lucrative $92.5 million, five-year contract. The deal includes an opt-out clause and a team option for 2030 that could potentially raise the total value to $110 million over six seasons, as confirmed by his agency, the Beverly Hills Sports Council.

Prior to landing Santander, the Blue Jays had pursued other high-profile players like Shohei Ohtani and Juan Soto, but ultimately secured the Venezuelan slugger to bolster their lineup alongside stars like Vladimir Guerrero Jr., Bo Bichette, and George Springer. Toronto is aiming for a strong comeback after finishing last in the AL East with a 74-88 record in 2024.

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