The Toronto Blue Jays were within one game and one run of winning the World Series this season, but they ultimately came up short to the Los Angeles Dodgers. Now, the Blue Jays are at risk of losing some important pieces in free agency.

Jim Bowden of The Athletic projected Blue Jays pitcher Chris Bassitt would sign a big $45 million deal in free agency this winter, which could be a problem for the Blue Jays as they chase bigger free agents.

The Athletic's Andy McCullough recently predicted Bassitt would bolt from Toronto and sign with the San Diego Padres this offseason.

"Approaching his 37th birthday, Bassitt is finishing up a three-year, $63 million deal that went well for both him and the Toronto Blue Jays," McCullough wrote. "He made at least 31 starts each season. He put up a 3

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