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Blue Jays predicted to trade .725 OPS outfielder who ranks below Addison Barger
TL;DR
The Toronto Blue Jays are expected to trade a .725 OPS outfielder as their roster returns to full health. The decision comes amid a surplus of left-handed-hitting outfielders and the impending return of Anthony Santander.
Key points
- Toronto Blue Jays may trade an outfielder
- Outfielder has a .725 OPS
- Anthony Santander returning from shoulder surgery
- Team has four left-handed-hitting outfielders
- 31-year-old outfielder made MLB debut in 2023
Toronto Blue Jays
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The Toronto Blue Jays may be in a bit of a pickle when all of their outfielders return to full health.
With four left-handed-hitting outfielders, Toronto could opt to trade one of them at the deadline. Switch-hitter Anthony Santander is also going to return at some point this season after undergoing surgery for a torn labrum in his shoulder.
For those reasons, FanSided's Zachary Rotman has tabbed a 31-year-old who made his Major League debut in 2023 as the odd man out.
"Nathan Lukes was finally getting going following his massive early-season slump before suffering a hamstring injury that's expected to sideline him through late May at the earliest," Rotman wrote. "Once Lukes is healthy, are we sure the Jays will have a spot for him?"
Lukes enjoyed a breakout season in 2025, hitting 12 home runs with a .730 OPS and an impressive 13.7% strikeout rate while playing superb defense. But a crunch could force him off Toronto's roster.
Q&A
Which outfielder is the Blue Jays predicted to trade?
The Blue Jays are predicted to trade a 31-year-old outfielder who made his Major League debut in 2023.
Why might the Blue Jays trade one of their outfielders?
The Blue Jays may trade an outfielder due to having four left-handed-hitting options and the return of Anthony Santander from injury.
What is the OPS of the outfielder likely to be traded by the Blue Jays?
The outfielder predicted to be traded has a .725 OPS.
