Blue Jays Stress-Test Roster Depth Before WBC

Manager John Schneider noted the team’s starting pitching and outfield depth are in good spots, though the infield feels thin without the starting group. The WBC provides a crucial opportunity to assess minor-league talent like Brandon Valenzuela and C.J. Stubbs to see if they are MLB-ready.

A specific focus remains on the catcher position; while Alejandro Kirk is a lock, the Blue Jays face a high vulnerability if he were to go down, as the current depth options are relatively unproven at the major league level.