As a result, the Blue Jays are now in a position where they could potentially end up with the first overall pick in the 2025 draft. Yes, your eyes are not deceiving you - you read that previous sentence correctly.
For the first time since the CBA was amended in 2022, the Blue Jays are in position to be a part of the MLB draft lottery. As much as no Blue Jays fan wants to be without postseason baseball in Toronto, perhaps there can be some solace in winning the 2025 first overall draft pick.
To be clear, the odds aren't hugely in the Blue Jays' favour. However, they are still one of the non-playoff teams in with a chance of securing that precious first overall pick. -Taylor