By Canadian Press

Blue Jays general manager Atkins ‘disappointed’ that Ohtani went to Dodgers

Jan 3, 2024 | 9:00 AM

General manager Ross Atkins is also disappointed that Shohei Ohtani didn’t sign with the Toronto Blue Jays.

Atkins spoke with media today after the signings of centre-fielder Kevin Kiermaier and utility man Isiah Kiner-Falefa.

He took a moment to say that he shared the disappointment of Blue Jays fans that Ohtani, a generational talent, signed with the Los Angeles Dodgers instead of Toronto.

Atkins confirmed that he met with Ohtani and that the Blue Jays were a front-runner to land the highly prized free agent.

He also says he expects the Blue Jays to likely sign one more free agent before spring training begins.

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Atkins says any addition would likely be in the outfielder or designated hitter categories.

This report by The Canadian Press was first published Jan. 3, 2024.

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