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And do you think he'll be an effective outfielder in his mid-to-late 30's when he has only played a total of 7 games in the OF from 2018-2023 in North America? Overall, his value is heavily tied to his bat, not him playing left field when he's 33 or 34.

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Dude, if Ohtani doesn't pitch, contract is not looking so good unless he can hit like Barry Bonds or post 5 to 6 WAR per season consistently with the bat. You seem very confident that he could play in the OF just so easily into his mid-to-late 30's, when he has only played a total of 7 games in the outfield from 2018 to 2023 here in North America. You should really temper your expectations.

When a team flies up to Toronto, their aircraft park at North Lounge on Derry Road. Usually they have to wait for two CBSA officers to come up to that area. To clear MLB teams with 26-man rosters + other coaching staff etc., takes longer than just 2 minutes. Now when the Jays go to the US, do that whole same process again wherever the Jays land in the States.

Toronto weather is still very awful in April and May is usually 50/50. September and early October can be pleasant. November not so much. June/July/August can be extremely humid here and unpleasant at times, especially in the downtown core. California weather for the most part is pleasant all year round.

Read my post FFS. Said the chances of him being an elite pitcher for several years moving forward could be slim given the injuries and age. Who knows how many years of elite pitching you get from him.

Downtown Toronto isn't what it was. It's become an ugly concrete jungle filled with high rise condos and tent cities. Plus awful weather for a good 6+ months of the year. Not sure living in a penthouse near the Rogers Centre is that appealing. Unless he buys a property in the Bridal Path or Forest Hill. As well, crossing the border every time the team comes back from a road trip. I know it's not like regular people crossing Canadian or US Customs at the airport, but still, it's time and a process. Whereas if he plays in the US, doesn't have to worry about that. In LA, he could buy himself an oceanfront house in Malibu or somewhere in Beverly Hills and have his privacy. He has nice weather all year round. As well, if he wanted to beat the LA traffic, sure he could easily charter a private Heli to Dodgers Stadium everyday lol.

I would rather see him join the Jays and help the team win a World Series or two.

If the Jays win a World Series during the time Ohtani is here, couldn't care if he pumped out a negative WAR season at the age of 39.

Yeah obviously myself as well, but we both know a huge contract like that comes with risk. If the Jays don't win a World Series with him here or come close, likely looking back at that contract down the road as an albatross.

I definitely would have mixed reactions. Would be super excited to see the Jays landing one of the biggest FA's in the history of all sports. At the same time, the type of figures and years thrown around for a player who is going to be 30 + and who might only be strictly regulated to a DH role and not be an elite pitcher anymore is a bit concerning long term. Pretty much, you have to hope Ohtani hits like Barry Bonds for the next decade to justify the contract if he is strictly a DH. Not sure how many years you can get from him pitching at an elite level, but I doubt he makes over 25 starts again in a single season. I said this before, but would save him as a pitcher only in the second half and for the Postseason. No need for him to make starts in April. Jays have the luxury and depth to do that. At the end of the day, not my money and as a fan would love to see Ohtani here. Obviously understand the risks involved in a long term deal like this. Gotta hope the Jays take advantage in the early years of his contract in terms of going on a serious run for a World Series. Flags fly forever and if Ohtani helped bring a World Series to Toronto in the next 2-3 seasons, doubt we care what happens from 2030 on with the Jays.

They definitely did wonders on Vladdy, Kirk and Manoah!

Had some Wagyu beef tonight! Was pretty darn delicious!

Trade for both Machado and Soto!

Yeah people who think he could live more freely in Toronto vs. LA, give me a break.

Fedde signed a two-year, $15 million contract with the White Sox on Tuesday, Jeff Passan of ESPN.com reports.

Does anyone know who Ohtani's barber is?

Someone should make a Josh Donaldson thread!

That's what she said.

Lmao at the posters on here thinking what Dave Roberts said eliminates the Dodgers. Seriously be rational!

Jays are 13 to 1. They likely go down to 9 to 1 if they land Ohtani. Braves and Dodgers both 7.50 to 1 currently.

Not worth betting any team right now on who wins the World Series. Your money is tied up all the way until October next season.

My DDL and BORED teams benefit!

This bolds well for my team in the LOD.

As much as it would be cool to see the Jays go all in with both Ohtani and Soto, that unlikely is going to happen. Think only one of them is possible. Seems like the Jays will know which path they take once Ohtani makes a decision. If Ohtani signs with another team, Jays likely pull off a trade with the Padres hours later for Soto.