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BLUE JAYS GAIN: ANALYZING DYLAN CEASE'S STRIKEOUT POTENTIAL
The Toronto Blue Jays make a huge splash, signing ace Dylan Cease to a 7-year, $210 million contract. Analysis and reaction.
What do the American League champs get for the $30 million a year they're paying Dylan Cease for the next seven seasons?
First off, the Blue Jays made a big statement by grabbing a pitcher many thought was the best available this winter.
While Cease has had his ups and downs, he's got a nasty swing-and-miss ability that's been fooling hitters since he showed up with the Chicago White Sox in 2019.
The Jays are also getting a workhorse who's made at least 30 starts in each of the last five seasons.
And, maybe most importantly, they've instantly remade their starting group, possibly making it the best in the AL. A dependable, top-tier guy is a great thing to have.
This big contract—$210 million total—shows the Jays are serious about keeping their run going.
They didn't just get a pitcher who's entering his best years; GM Ross Atkins made a bold move in late November to get him.
Looking closer at the Cease deal:
What's the potential?
Besides the strikeouts and heavy workload, the one thing people say about Cease is that he walks too many batters.
Even with that history, the Jays seem to think he can get even better.
Even though he's been great at times, you could say Cease hasn't always gotten the most out of his pitches. The walks are a problem, but he now has one of the best pitch-framers in the game in Toronto catcher Alejandro Kirk.
Some of his struggles in 2025 could be blamed on the Padres' bad defence. Now, Cease is moving to a team known for its great fielding.
The Jays have a history of getting the most out of new players, thanks to pitching coach Pete Walker and his staff. Remember, Cease has twice finished in the top 5 for the Cy Young Award.
The signing shows that Toronto is becoming a place where big-name players want to be. This has been happening more in recent years, especially after the World Series showed the team in a great way.
Did they overpay for Cease? Maybe. But that's what big-spending teams do when they're trying to win.
The Jays showed their financial strength again, and the baseball world is watching.
Cease's story
Cease was drafted by the Chicago Cubs in 2014 but was traded to the White Sox in 2017.
He debuted with the White Sox in 2019, making 14 starts with a 5.79 ERA.
Cease became a strikeout machine in 2021, leading the American League in strikeouts per inning.
He kept it up the next season, finishing second in Cy Young Award voting after going 14-8 with a 2.20 ERA.
Cease was traded to the Padres before the 2024 season, helping San Diego reach the NL playoffs and throwing a no-hitter in July.
His deal with the Jays is the biggest they've ever given to a free agent and the most they've offered a free-agent pitcher. It's second only to Vlad Guerrero Jr.'s $500 million deal signed in April.
What will the rotation look like?
It's not clear where Cease will fit in, but his signing brings stability and top talent after Chris Bassitt and Max Scherzer left.
Cease joins Kevin Gausman, Shane Bieber, rookie Trey Yesavage, and Jose Berrios, who wants to bounce back from a rough 2025. Erik Lauer, who was important to the team's success last season, is waiting as insurance.
This move lets the Jays start 2026 with good rotation depth, which is important for defending their AL East and AL titles.
Also, Bieber's decision to stay with the Jays and Cease's choice to come to Toronto show they want to be here.
What about Bo Bichette (and what's next)?
With the rotation settled, the attention now turns to what Atkins will do with the offence.
There's been talk that the Jays are interested in outfielder Kyle Tucker, considered the best available position player this year.
With the $210 million going to Cease, does that mean the Jays are out of the running for Tucker?
Mark Feinsand of MLB.com had an idea: If the Jays aren't going after Tucker, does that mean Bichette (who won't cost as much) becomes their priority?
JAYLEN BROWN'S HAIRLINE: RUDY GOBERT SIGNALS CELTICS STAR TO SHAVE HEAD
After their game, Timberwolves star Rudy Gobert signalled to Jaylen Brown to go bald, referencing the Celtics star's viral hairline product stains.
Timberwolves player Rudy Gobert gave Jaylen Brown some straightforward advice after Brown's hairline became a trending topic.
Earlier in the month, Celtics player Brown was all over the internet when he leaned on an opposing player, leaving a black mark on their jersey—not just once, but twice.
Fans online noticed the dark marks on Brown's rivals, and many wondered if Brown was using a spray to darken his hairline.
Brown later joked about the situation on a live stream, admitting that his hairline was cooked.
Lots of fans shared their thoughts, and now it seems NBA players are doing the same. Gobert gave Brown some friendly advice after Saturday night’s game, where Minnesota won 119-115. Gobert suggested Brown shave his head.
After the game, Rudy Gobert was seen telling Jaylen Brown to go bald while they embraced.
The Timberwolves and Celtics players laughed it off before going their separate ways.
The two players hugged, and then the Timberwolves player pointed to his own bald head before pointing back at Brown.
Brown just laughed before moving on to shake hands with other Timberwolves players.
Earlier this month, after his hairline went viral, Brown hosted a Twitch livestream, saying, I'm cooked ngl. Tap in.
During the stream, while his friends shaved his head, he talked about balding, saying, I blame Boston. 10 years of media, stress, and championships. This is y'all's fault.
Brown even called LeBron James to jokingly ask for advice.
Code Red. "They caught me slippin'," Brown said in a voicemail to James after the NBA legend didn't answer. I need to know, Turkey or no Turkey? And I'm not talking about any cheese sandwich.
Earlier this month, Brown leaned on a Washington Wizards player and left a stain on his jersey.
Wizards player Kyshawn George pointed out the mark while with teammates.
Despite the viral embarrassment, Brown’s performance on the court doesn’t seem to have suffered.
In the loss against the Timberwolves, Brown scored an awesome 41 points, plus six rebounds, six assists, and five steals.
Gobert, on the other hand, scored 12 points, with eight rebounds and three assists.
Both the Celtics and the Timberwolves have a 10-8 record for the season and will try to improve when they play the Cavaliers and the Spurs, respectively.
TALENT VS. AVAILABILITY: YANKEES MUST SOLVE EARLY SEASON PITCHING GAP
Despite a star-studded rotation, the 2026 New York Yankees face a pitching crisis. With Gerrit Cole and Carlos Rodon injured, their early-season depth is a major concern.
Even with a stacked roster, the front office might still worry, and that's the situation for the 2026 New York Yankees and their pitchers. Looking at the names, you'd think they'd easily dominate the American League. The team of Gerrit Cole, Max Fried, Carlos Rodon, Cam Schlittler, Luis Gil, Will Warren, Ryan Yarbrough, Elmer Rodriguez, and Clarke Schmidt is a group most teams would want. However, talent doesn’t ensure that players are always available, which is the Yanks' concern.
The Yankees understand how good their rotation can be when everyone is healthy, but they also know that this is not currently the case. Cole is recovering from Tommy John surgery. With his return expected between May and June, the Yankees can't count on him for Opening Day or the start of the season. Rodon is in a similar boat after elbow surgery, making his early-season availability uncertain. Schmidt is expected to contribute later in the season.
These key players won’t be ready for the first game of 2026, making the beginning of the year a challenge.
In the meantime, the Yankees will depend on Fried, Schlittler, Warren, Gil, Yarbrough, and the less tested Rodriguez. While this group has potential, the margin for error is slim. Spring training can quickly change plans with just one setback.
Rodriguez is someone the team likes but hasn't fully tested. If he's not ready for the majors by April, the Yankees might have only five reliable pitchers, which isn't enough to cover six months while waiting for their stars to recover.
That's why New York brought back Yarbrough; he is a useful addition, but just part of the solution. The Yankees are reportedly interested in Japanese right-hander Tatsuya Imai, showing they need someone to join the rotation without hesitation.
If not Imai, they need someone similar. A minor-league deal won't solve the problem with Cole, Rodon, and Schmidt's staggered returns and the need to cover many innings before summer.
The Yankees have talent but need reliability. To address this, they should act like a team that knows its opportunity is now and its pitching staff needs help. The issue is clear, and it’s up to the Yankees to decide how seriously they want to fix it.
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