The busy and productive offseason of Blue Jays general manager Ross Atkins continued on Tuesday with the addition of an intriguing pitcher that at the least provides starting depth and possibly adds a key rotational arm.

Multiple reports have the Jays reaching terms with right-hander Cody Ponce on a three-year, $30-million US deal, bringing him back to North America to once again pitch at the sport’s highest level.

Ponce, who hasn’t pitched in the major leagues since 2021, brings some impressive credentials after being named MVP of the KBO League in South Korea last season.

MVP in Korea last season

The 31-year-old has split the past four seasons between Japan and Korea after last pitching in the majors for the Pittsburgh Pirates.

His impressive 2025 season certainly paved his way ba

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