In the last hours it was announced that the New York Mets and Toronto Blue Jays are the finalists of the competition for George Springer’s services. But one of these teams would have a certain advantage over the other. And that’s it Blue Jays, who allegedly offered Springer a five-year, $ 100 million contract, heading into the 2021 MLB season.
MLB journalist and specialist Ken Rosenthal of The Athletic reported that the Toronto Blue Jays made an offer to George Springer for more than $ 100 million, providing him with five years in the organization.
It’s no secret that the Toronto Blue Jays have competed with the New York Mets to sign Springer, who is a free agent, for next season. This information was confirmed by Jon Paul Morosi from MLB.com, who said that these two teams are the ones who showed “the most significant interest” for the outfield.
The Canadian organization has a team full of young people and the arrival of George Springer, who could already be considered a veteran; It would mean the contribution of experience, as well as leadership on and off the field.
Moris added in his report that, despite the amount the Blue Jays would offer, Springer would be interested in playing for the New York Mets, as he is originally from Connecticut and will be looking to return home.
George Springer, 31, has seven years of MLB experience, all with the Houston Astros. He has been an All-Star player three times and a Silver Slugger creditor twice. In 2017, he was a World Series champion with the Texan organization.