It’s funny how quickly things can change in the course of one year. This time last year, we were just learning that Aaron Sanchez would join the starting rotation for the 2016 season. Now, we’re talking about his free agency, which doesn’t take place until 2021.
That’s what happens when you lead the AL in ERA, are voted an All-Star, and finish 8th in Cy Young voting in your first full year as a starting pitcher. Blue Jays fans are already desperate to know they’ll have their new ace around for years to come, even if the issue isn’t even remotely pressing yet.