Underdog Jays show spring potential
The Toronto Blue Jays aim to defy expectations after a strong spring training, despite predictions of another playoff drought.
March 30, 2025
key points from this story:
- The Jays haven't won a playoff series in 8 years.
- Las Vegas predicts a last-place finish for the team.
- Addison Barger shines in spring training with .370 average.
- Vladimir Guerrero, Jr., could have a breakout season.
- New additions include Max Scherzer and Anthony Santander.
- Manager John Schneider sees team chemistry improving.
Toronto Blue Jays have gone eight full seasons without winning a playoff series and every baseball expert posting pre-season prognostications says that number will likely be nine when the 162-season comes to a close Sept. 28. In fact, the oddsmakers in Las Vegas predict the Blue Jays will finish fifth in the five-team American League East, perhaps the toughest division in baseball. All this despite an outstanding spring training season, in which they led the A.L. in wins.
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