Offseason 2024-25 Minor-League Free Agent Signings

[Seth Stohs]

Over the offseason, the Blue Jays signed several players to minor league deals. Obviously several of them were given Non-Roster invitations. Others weren't. Which are your favorite? Who do you think will help the team during the 2025 season?

Position Players: Michael Stefanic, Christian Bethancourt, Ali Sanchez, Myles Straw (trade), 

Pitchers: Jacob Barnes, Richard Lovelady, Dillon Tate, Amir Garrett, Adam Kloffenstein, Kevin Gowdy, Eric Lauer.

[Abomination]

I want to see what Kloffenstein can do in relief.

[Laika]

My personal favourite is Michael Stefanic. Hit tool artist who could conceivably provide an empty but fun .300 average if he gets a chance. 

Most likely to contribute, probably Straw or Bethancourt. 

I kind of like the Kloffenstein and Lauer depth additions. 

I think Dillon Tate was non-tendered in November and is still a FA. 

[Laika]

there are still lots of interesting FAs who will probably settle for a minor league deal 

[Terminator]

Stefanic is a fun player. 

• 80 hit tool and
• Projects well and can take a walk
• 30 power
• 30 speed

[Orgfiller]

17 minutes ago, Terminator said:

Stefanic is a fun player. 

• 80 hit tool and
• Projects well and can take a walk
• 30 power
• 30 speed

He's also a mediocre at best defender which I think is as big a reason as any as to why he hasn't stuck at the MLB level. You can do something with a guy with his characteristics as long as he plays decent defense at either SS/CF or a couple of positions lower on the defensive spectrum.

[Laika]

They told his story on the Pirates broadcast I think. He played NAIA college ball, whatever the f*** that is, obviously not drafted. Sent a s***** video to all the teams in baseball to try to get a contract. Nobody called him so he went to work as a legal assistant. Then the Angels, who are cheap and stupid, needed a second baseman in the low minors and some staffer found his video and called him. His signing bonus was $0 and his contract was conditional on him showing up to a game the next day, lol. 

[Brownie19]

That's my kinda ball player...