Blue Jays Roundup, Nov 12: 2027 Outlook, Cease Eval, Santander Controversy

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Here is some of the latest Blue Jays analysis from around the internet. Topics include a 2027 dynasty outlook, a second base upgrade search beyond Ernie Clement, Cease’s Cy Young finish, GM Bleatings on pitching priorities, and November Notes on Anthony Santander’s offensive content.

• 2027 Dynasty Outlooks: Toronto Blue Jays (Prospects Live $$$). Argues the Blue Jays' 2026 collapse, marked by a 15-win drop and last-place finish, stemmed from pitching injuries and offensive regression despite 2025 success. Notes strong prospect pipeline including JoJo Parker and Will Brick, while recommending dynasty owners sell Brett Bateman and Gage Stanifer.
• Could Blue Jays search for upgrade at 2B over Clement? (MLB.com). Argues the Blue Jays should consider upgrading second base beyond Ernie Clement, whose OPS fell from .738 to .442 after August 1. Suggests shifting Clement to a superutility role to accommodate free agents like Gleyber Torres or Brandon Lowe, prioritizing power and baserunning to bolster the team's lowest-scoring offense.
• Cease finishes runner-up for AL Cy Young Award (MLB.com). Notes that Cease finished second in AL Cy Young voting with 22 of 30 second-place votes, posting a 2.40 ERA and 239 strikeouts, the fourth-most in franchise history. Recalls his summer dominance, including a no-hitter bid and one-hit shutout, and notes he is doing well after ending the season on the IL with shoulder inflammation.
• GM Bleatings: Wednesday (The Batflip). Argues that the Blue Jays prioritize starting pitching over hitting due to superior value and lower qualifying offer penalties, noting Ross Atkins’ interest in Tarik Skubal and Seiya Suzuki. Cites Emilio Pagán’s $11 million deal and the 2021 lockout rush, while questioning the cost of top hitters like Arozarena.
• November Notes: A New Dope (The Batflip). Argues the Blue Jays must decisively address Anthony Santander’s sharing of Islamophobic content, contrasting the team’s tepid response with past handling of Kevin Pillar and Anthony Bass. Notes Santander’s $92.5 million contract complicates action, but emphasizes the organization’s failure to uphold its stated values.