The Toronto Blue Jays know they have to address their starting rotation this winter. Chris Bassitt and Max Scherzer are now free agents, so there are gaps in the pitching staff. Even with bringing back Shane Bieber via his player option , the rotation is still a major need.

After coming up just one game short in the World Series, Toronto isn't going to hold back this winter as it pushes to get back to the World Series and ultimately win it. Blue Jays insider Mitch Bannon believes Framber Valdez would be a perfect fit the team.

"On the mound, at least, Valdez appears to check every box the Blue Jays should covet in a top starter this offseason," Bannon wrote for The Athletic . "He brings the durability Toronto looks for in rotation signings, throws left-handed and doesn’t allow home r

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