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Blue Jays catcher arrested for 'exposure of sexual organs' in Florida

This is certainly not the kind of “first day of spring training” story that the Toronto Blue Jays hoped would be coming out as pitchers and catchers report to Dunedin, Florida in advance of the 2020 season.

Blue Jays catcher Reese McGuire was arrested last weekend for the exposure of sexual organs and given a notice to appear in court, according to Pinellas County Sheriff’s Office, reports Sportsnet’s Shi Davidi.

In a statement, the Blue Jays acknowledged their awareness of the situation.

“The Toronto Blue Jays are aware of the recent police incident involving catcher Reese McGuire.