Blue Jays predicted to sign $10M ex-Yankees veteran, Silver Slugger winner to replace Ernie Clement

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The Toronto Blue Jays enter another offseason with several areas to address, especially after a disappointing season. Coming off a World Series appearance, Toronto struggled to maintain that success and fell short of expectations.

Injuries and inconsistency made for a difficult season. This offseason, the Blue Jays could look to add another infielder to strengthen their roster.

“The infield largely remains the same. Toronto hopes for a bounce-back season from Guerrero Jr., while Clement and Gimenez are up the middle, and Okamoto stays at the hot corner. The Blue Jays could add another low-cost infielder this offseason," SI's Zion Trammell wrote.

Ernie Clement struggled during the second half of the season and could be better suited for a utility role rather than playing one position every day. CBS Sports’ Mike Axisa believes that moving Clement around the infield could open the door for Toronto to pursue Jazz Chisholm Jr.

“Ernie Clement crashed hard in the second half and has always fit better as a super utility guy who moves around rather than someone who plays one set position every day. The Blue Jays desperately need a power infusion, particularly from the left side of the plate, and Chisholm's defense and baserunning will fit in nicely as well. I wonder if any teams would show interest in Chisholm at third base or center field, two positions he's played in the past. Second base in Toronto is my best guess for now,” Axisa wrote.

Although Chisholm has reportedly expressed interest in returning to the Bronx, a reunion with the Yankees may not be likely.

“As the Yankees look to retool their roster for the 2027 season, there's a massive hole they will need to fill. Second base, manned by Jazz Chisholm Jr. for the last two seasons, will explore free agency and it's likely he will not return to the Bronx," SNY's Phillip Martinez wrote.

The Blue Jays would be adding a player from a division rival who could make an impact in several areas of the lineup. Additionally, Chisholm's limited playing time during the postseason could give him extra motivation heading into 2027, particularly when facing the Yankees.

Chisholm played under a $10.2 million contract with New York in 2026. His upside remains considerable, and after a somewhat disappointing season, he could be motivated to make a major impact in 2027.

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