2026 MLB Trade Deadline: Here’s who the Toronto Blue Jays could move by Monday

After a run to Game 7 of the World Series last year, the Toronto Blue Jays just haven’t been able to get anything going in 2026.

Entering Friday dead last in the AL East Division and 5.5-games out of the final wild card spot in the American League, it’s safe to say the Jays will be sellers at Monday’s trade deadline.

Management invested heavily in this roster in the off-season, so they likely see this year as more of a blip on the radar. With that in mind, we’re expecting the Blue Jays to mostly focus on moving off aging players on expiring contracts to essentially get a jump on building next year’s roster with the intention to contend.

So, who could be on the chopping block for Toronto? Let’s get into it.

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Kevin Gausman, SP

Last year under team control: 2026

2026 salary: $23M

Trade protection: His no-trade list includes the White Sox, Pirates, Brewers, Tigers, Mariners, Mets, A’s, and Reds.

Trade value: Kevin Gausman has been one of Toronto’s most dependable arms for half a decade and his massive five-year, $110M contract will go down as one of the better deals in Blue Jays history. However, he won’t be the biggest name on the market with Tarik Skubal available and he’s shown a clear drop-off this season. Looking at comparables in recent years, Gausman should return some minor-leaguers with upside.

Daulton Varsho, CF

Last year under team control: 2026

2026 salary: $10.75M

Trade protection: None. Can be traded anywhere.

Trade value: Daulton Varsho’s disappointing season has been emblematic of the Jays as a whole. His defensive numbers are terrible this season, but his speed should still be attractive to contenders. Teams like like the Pirates, Tigers and Phillies could be potential fits.

Shane Bieber, SP

Last year under team control: 2026

2026 salary: $16M

Trade protection: None. Can be traded anywhere.

Trade value: Shane Bieber did everything he could to tank his trade value in his last start before the deadline, walking six before he was pulled in the first inning. However, this is a former Cy Young winner who is still working his way back from Tommy John surgery and holds an upside. Toronto gave up their No. 5 prospect to Cleveland to acquire Bieber last year and while they won’t get that back this year, they need something close.

George Springer, DH

Last year under team control: 2026

2026 salary: $24.7M

Trade protection: Full. Must approve any deal.

Trade value: George Springer can block a trade anywhere, so he’s obviously in full control. His salary is large, but the Blue Jays have shown in the past that they are willing to eat money. Another complicating factor is Springer is now a full-time DH, he’s only played one game in the outfield this year. The Red Sox immediately lost Curtis Mead to a fractured wrist after trading for him last week, so could Springer be a good veteran replacement?

Max Scherzer, SP

Last year under team control: 2026

2026 salary: $3M

Trade protection: Full. Must approve any deal.

Trade value: Unfortunately, the wheels look like they’ve completely fallen off Max Scherzer this year. Mad Max is a legendary future Hall-of-Famer and former World Series champion, so he’d be a nice addition to a contending clubhouse, but it’s tough to see a strong return for a guy who will be brought in more for vibes than his ability on the bump.

Jesus Sanchez, OF

Last year under team control: 2027

2026 salary: $6.8M

Trade protection: None. Can be traded anywhere.

Trade value: Jesus Sanchez headlines a trio of potential Blue Jays trade pieces who are under team control next season. Sanchez’ power is attractive and contenders should be interested in his strong stats against right-handed pitchers.

Myles Straw, OF

Last year under team control: 2027 or 2028 (club option)

2026 salary: $7.4M (partially covered by Cleveland)

Trade protection: None. Can be traded anywhere.

Trade value: Toronto fans likely don’t want to see the team move off Myles Straw, but it’s a conversation worth having if the right offer comes up. Straw’s speed and defensive play in the outfield could entice a contender to offer a nice prospect in return.

Jeff Hoffman, RP

Last year under team control: 2027

2026 salary: $12.67M

Trade protection: None. Can be traded anywhere.

Trade value: Jeff Hoffman carries scar-tissue in Toronto as he’ll always be the guy who gave up the ninth-inning home run to Miguel Rojas in Game 7 of the World Series last year. But, that game can overshadow the fact that Hoffman is a strong reliever, who was great in the Jays’ postseason run before Game 7.