TORONTO, ON - APRIL 26: General manager Ross Atkins of the Toronto Blue Jays speaks to the media before introducing Vladimir Guerrero Jr. #27 before his MLB debut later tonight against the Oakland Athletics at Rogers Centre on April 26, 2019 in Toronto, Canada. (Photo by Tom Szczerbowski/Getty Images)
The Blue Jays have signed General Manager Ross Atkins to a 5-year contract extension.
Companies value and reward good work and knowledge. The Blue Jays organization has recognized the capabilities and future vision that Atkins and his superior, Mark Shapiro have for the team. Atkins joined the Blue Jays in December 2015 as the general manager, relieving Alex Anthopoulos of his commitment to Toronto.