The Toronto Blue Jays have a looming decision to make when it comes to players on their 40-man roster who are due to receive salary boosts via arbitration this winter. They have already lost relief pitchers Ryan Burr, Nick Sandlin, and Dillon Tate, who elected free agency.
Tyler Heineman is projected to earn a salary of $1 million in 2026, and considering how well he played last season, he could represent the easiest decision of the offseason.
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Daulton Varsho, Eric Lauer, and Ernie Clement are “no-brainer” picks to be retained at higher salaries next season, and Heineman should be nearly as easy a call for the front office.