BFMD 390 – Japanese Star Kazuma Okamoto Signs with Blue Jays – Bat Flips and Maple Dips – A Toronto Blue Jays Podcast

The Toronto Blue Jays made a big and surprising move by signing 3B/1B Kozuma Okamoto to a 4-year $60 million contract. Justin and Patrick break down the deal and what it means for the roster, and whether or not this will stop the Jays from signing Bo Bichette and Kyle Tucker. To start the episode, the guys look at the Hall of Fame Ballot Tracker.

1. BFMD 390 – Japanese Star Kazuma Okamoto Signs with Blue Jays 01:04:14
2. BFMD 389 – Toronto Blue Jays 2025 Bullpen Grades 50:47
3. BFMD 388 – Toronto Blue Jays 2025 Rotation Grades 44:11
4. BFMD 387 – Christmas Wish List 26:55
5. BFMD 386 – Tyler Rogers Signing Solidifies Blue Jays Bullpen 43:05

Summary

Justin and Patrick are back again to keep you up to date on all Blue Jays spring training news and results. 

We have launched a website! Check it out here.

Should Trent Thornton be considered for the 5th starter role? 

Does Josh Palacios move past Jonathan Davis as 5th outfielder if he keeps up his strong play? 

Did the Jays miss out on Jake Odorizzi?

How much leash does Elvis Luciano have this spring before he is sent to the minor league site? 

Summary

Nate Pearson has a grade 1 right groin strain. With no timetable for his return Ross Stripling may be next in line for the rotation. 

Simeon Woods Richardson and Alex Manoah both tossed 2 scoreless innings against the Yankees in their Blue Jays spring debuts, and Rowdy Tellez continues to swing a hot bat. 

Jonathan Davis reminded everyone that he is one of the best defenders in baseball against the Tigers, but only those in attendance were able to see the catch…

We’ll be back to recap the weekend’s games on Monday! 

Summary

With the first game of Spring Training coming up, Justin and Patrick break down the news out of Blue Jays camp in Dunedin. 

Will the Jays give Bo Bichette a big contract offer? Will Tyler Chatwood be an effective late inning reliever? Pete Walker thinks Thomas Hatch can be a major league starter, and Ross Stripling is a new father! 

Summary

Pitchers and Catchers are reporting! 

The Blue Jays are still in need of a number 2 starter as the season approaches. Will they sign Jake Odorizzi or Taijuan Walker, or will they make a trade? 

Who will be the Blue Jays MVP? Cy Young? Most Improved? 

Justin and Patrick also give their Top Five power rankings to start the season. 

Summary

Patrick begins this week’s episode with a message about Hank Aaron and what he meant to the game. 

Justin recaps a flurry of news including Nolan Arenado being traded to St. Louis, the Jays signing Marcus Semien, trading for Steven Matz, and the empty Hall of Fame class. 

The guys debate the likelihood of Nate Pearson seeing time in AAA, and go over some of the remaining free agent options for the starting rotation. 

With 2 weeks left until Spring Training begins there are still a lot of questions swirling around where the Jays will play this year, who starts behind Ryu, and where does Vladdy play defensively? 

Summary

George Springer is a Toronto Blue Jay. 

Justin and Patrick are here to break down the franchise record deal of $150 million over 6 years. 

Springer wasn’t the only signing as the Jays also brought in former All Star closer Kirby Yates. 

The Jays will now look to fill the remaining holes in the rotation and at third base. 

Summary

The Blue Jays didn’t pull the trigger on Francisco Lindor. The Mets did. 

Justin and Patrick discuss whether the Blue Jays made the right call and what this means for the remaining Free Agent class. 

The Sugano sweepstakes ended with the Japanese star returning to Japan. 

The guys also talk World Junior Hockey Championship and make NFL playoff predictions. 

Happy New Year to all! 

Summary

There continues to be little to no movement in the Free Agent market. 

Justin and Patrick are here to provide any Blue Jays updates. Jonathan Davis gives back, Charlie Montoyo is pumped about the team, and Vladdy is back at 3B in the Dominican League. 

Have a safe holiday season! 

Summary

Justin and Patrick are back for another round of breaking ne– just kidding. Nothing is happening! 

After a run through the rumour mill and all of the speculation surrounding free agents, the guys get to grading the 2020 Blue Jays rotation. 

OH BOY were they bad outside of Hyun-jin Ryu. Wow. 

Thanks as always for listening! 

Summary

Unlike the NBA, MLB free agency is spinning its tires. 

Justin and Patrick are hear to break down the rumours, update you on Vladdy’s offseason, and to talk Hall of Fame.

Will anyone be elected to the Hall this year?

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