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Toronto Blue Jays 'in mix' for Tucker, Bichette, Bregman


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Nelson Anderson
January 2, 2026  (8:53)
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Chicago Cubs outfielder Kyle Tucker (30) gestures after hitting a home run against the Boston Red Sox during the first inning at Wrigley Field.
Photo credit: David Banks-Imagn Images

The Toronto Blue Jays have long been linked to some of the top bats available on the free agent market in 2026.

According to a report from MLB.com's Mark Feinsand, the reigning American League champions are "in the mix" for three of the top position players.
Free agent outfielders Kyle Tucker, and infielders Bo Bichette and Alex Bregman.
According to Feinsand, the Jays "remain the favorite to land Tucker."
Tucker, a four-time all-star, as well as a Gold Glover and World Series champion, made headlines throughout Canada and the baseball world after he visited the Blue Jays' training facility in December.
The Blue Jays remain the favorite to sign Kyle Tucker, but the Mets «can't be counted out» given their need for outfield help, per Mark Feinsand
The 28-year-old star outfielder had a down year by his standards in 2025 as he dealt with an injury, slashing .266/.377/.464 with 22 home runs and 74 RBIs in 136 games with the Chicago Cubs.
With Bo Bichette remaining unsigned, Tucker's potential addition would help replace the offensive void left if the free agent shortstop skipped town.
Feinsand also added that the Blue Jays and the Arizona Diamondbacks "may be the two most aggressive clubs in the hunt" for Alex Bregman.
The #BlueJays and #DBacks «may be the two most aggressive clubs» pursuing free-agent INF Alex Bregman, per Mark Feinsand

Blue Jays were interested in Tucker and Bregman last season

Toronto reportedly was interested in Bregman last season, before he ultimately joined the Red Sox.
The 31-year-old enjoyed a solid season in Boston, hitting .273 with 18 homers and 62 RBIs.
With the Jays' interest in Bregman, Feinsand noted that Bichette's future may be tied to what happens with Bregman, as the Red Sox reportedly also are in on both players.
Last month, Bichette's camp reportedly told interested clubs that he'd be willing to shift to second base, his position when he returned to the lineup for the World Series - in an effort to increase outside interest.
The Blue Jays' desire to add an impact leaves no stone unturned, as Feinsand added that they "remain in the mix" for Bellinger as well.
Bellinger clobbered 29 homers and drove in 98 runs - his most since 2019 - in his first season with the New York Yankees while playing over 40 innings in all three outfield positions.
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Toronto Blue Jays 'in mix' for Tucker, Bichette, Bregman

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