The Toronto Blue Jays owe their unexpected success this season to a number of factors. This includes exceptional defence, timely hitting, late inning resiliency, key performances by just about every member of the pitching staff - and - good vibes.
Manager John Schneider and various players have lauded their approach to communication this season - insuring that everyone is involved and knows their role. When the likes of Joey Loperfido, Jonatan Clase, and even Buddy Kennedy have been called up, they've wound up in the starting lineup within a day or two.
While the team's success has been driven by that full roster approach, it's also led to the need for tough decisions to be made when there have been roster crunches - whether it's been the return of Daulton Varsho from injury, the insertion of Shane Bieber to the pitching staff, or, most recently, the long-awaited return of Anthony Santander.