The Jays finished last season with 775 runs, second in the American League to the New York Yankees. The one-dimensional approach left the Jays exposed to certain types of pitchers. Those are the three players the Jays brought in this off-season to diversify their lineup while also increasing speed and upgrading the defence. “I think what they did this off-season with adding left-handed hitters is helpful for sure,” Belt said after his first day at the Jays’ spring training complex. “I think it’s a much more balanced lineup,” Jays manager John Schneider said.

Source: thestar February 21, 2023 02:01 UTC