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Robert Jr. Could Be Jays' Lefty Answer | Toronto Blue Jays News
The Blue Jays are clinging to playoff hopes with a shaky offense, ranking dead last in OPS+, and could use a spark—enter Luis Robert Jr., recently waived by the Mets. Despite his injury woes and inconsistency, Robert’s numbers against left-handed pitching would be elite for Toronto, who struggle mightily against southpaws. He’d rank second on the team in HRs vs. lefties and third in OBP+ against them. The catch? A $5M salary hit. But with recent roster moves and a September 1 deadline, the Jays may have just enough time—and flexibility—to make this risky, high-reward gamble before the…
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