What happened: The New York Times published five mock trades outlining how a potential Toronto Blue Jays fire sale could unfold. The analysis explores historical comparisons for the return packages the franchise could expect.

Why it matters: The exercise highlights the rare position of a team pivoting to sell after a recent World Series appearance. The speculation follows earlier projections linking Toronto with the Mets as the front office navigates a disappointing start.

What to watch: The front office must decide whether to commit to selling off major league talent over the next two weeks.