Here's the Blue Jays' Spring Breakout roster
DUNEDIN, Fla. -- Given the uncertain futures of Vladimir Guerrero Jr. and Bo Bichette, questions about the future of the Blue Jays will hang over this season. This year¡¯s Spring Breakout game will give you a look at some of the potential answers.
Many of these top prospects will get a brief taste of big league action through camp, but that often comes late in games alongside some of the Blue Jays¡¯ reserves. The Spring Breakout is all about prospects, showing the best each system has to offer ahead of a crucial season for this organization¡¯s player development group.
Here¡¯s everything you need to know:
What is Spring Breakout?
MLB Spring Breakout is a four-day event showcasing baseball¡¯s future: the current stars of Minor League Baseball. The second edition will be held from March 13-16 at Grapefruit and Cactus League stadiums during Spring Training. Sixteen exhibition games will be played between teams comprised of each MLB organization¡¯s top prospects, creating a new touchpoint on the baseball calendar that celebrates the sport¡¯s budding talent.
When is the Blue Jays¡¯ game?
The Blue Jays will host the Twins at TD Ballpark in Dunedin, Fla., on March 15 with first pitch scheduled for 1:07 p.m. ET.
How can I tune in?
Which position players are expected to play?
Nimmala and Martinez lead the hitting group, representing some of the highest upside in the organization, while outfielder Alan Roden (No. 5) will carry some great momentum into the game as he continues to fight for a roster spot early in the season.
Which pitching prospects are expected to play?
The Blue Jays have grown their middle- and upper-level pitching depth, which you¡¯ll see plenty of. That group includes Jake Bloss (No. 6), who could pitch for the Blue Jays in a number of roles this season.
Why are certain top prospects not listed on the roster?
Injuries will keep you from seeing some of the Blue Jays' top pitching prospects, unfortunately, which has been too common of a story over the past year for this club. Ricky Tiedemann (No. 4) is still working his way back from elbow surgery, and the same goes for Landen Maroudis (No. 8), who will return to the mound early this season and is dripping with upside.
What is the full roster?