Bieber fever will continue north of the border. MLB Insider Jon Heyman reported Tuesday night that starting pitcher Shane Bieber has opted into his $16-million player option for 2026 to stay with the Toronto Blue Jays. Bieber will hit free agency after the 2026 season.
Breaking: Shane Bieber has opted in with the Blue Jays for $16M. Wants to continue in Toronto for another year with Jays.
— Jon Heyman (@JonHeyman) November 5, 2025
Blue Jays will get another year with Shane Bieber in the rotation
Bieber was acquired by the Blue Jays at the 2025 trade deadline when Toronto sent Khal Stephen, their number 5 prospect, to the Cleveland Guardians.