The more I think about it, I'd rather see the Jays go after both Tanaka and Paxton instead of Bauer.
Probably get both of those two for about what? $25-30 million combined on likely 1 year deals? And they are projected for about 5 WAR combined.
With Bauer you're probably looking at the same cost but on a multi year deal and he's projected for about 3.8 WAR.
Seems like better bang for the buck if you can get the two ex Yankees while maintaining roster and payroll flexibility.
Ryu
Paxton
Tanaka
Pearson
5th spot goes to the best performing out of Ray, Stripling, Roark, Merryweather, Kay, Hatch, Thornton, etc