DIVISIONAL OUTLOOK: AL EAST—How much rope for Rasmus?

Toronto Blue Jays

There is no evidence that the Jays’ center-field job is “in play,” but perhaps it should be. Colby Rasmus (OF, TOR) has had a miserable spring thus far (3 H, 8 Ks in 23 ABs) and, while it is a small spring sample, it is certainly not the start he or the team were looking for after two seasons of hitting .225 or lower with sub-par contact.

Meanwhile, Anthony Gose (OF, TOR) is off to a fast start, literally, with 5 SB to go along with 12 hits in 37 AB. Gose, too, has continued to struggle this spring with contact (12 Ks), so a little more seasoning may well be in order. On the plus side, Gose has drawn 7 BB in 44 plate appearances, and such patience is a boon to his base-stealing ability.

The Jays have other options in...

Almost!

You’re just a few clicks away from accessing this feature and hundreds more throughout the year that have a singular goal in mind: Winning your league. Subscribe to BaseballHQ.com here!

Already a subscriber? Sign in here

More From PT Tomorrow

After six weeks of struggles at the plate, Luisangel Acuña has gone from everyday player to a short-side platoon. Plus, a look at Slade Cecconi and the KC outfield, and updates on the DET rotation and MIN bullpen.
May 7 2026 3:05am
Will an early-season managerial bloodletting lead to palace intrigue and PT repercussions in PHI? Plus: RP in WAS; OF& SS in ATL; C in MIA; SP at NYM; more.
May 6 2026 9:05am
The A's are in need of a boost at 3B and they have an option at AAA.
May 6 2026 3:05am
Carlos Rodón's return to the Yankees rotation is nearing and Gerrit Cole's could be close behind. How does this affect the Yankees' rotation? Plus, more from around the AL East.
May 5 2026 3:05am
This week, we make the bold case for a Rockies starter—even in Denver—and we take a peek at two overlooked NL West first basemen who deserve more attention.
May 2 2026 3:05am

Tools