SAN FRANCISCO, CALIFORNIA - JULY 11: Willy Adames #2 of the San Francisco Giants walks back to the dugout after striking out during the sixth inning against the Colorado Rockies at Oracle Park on July 11, 2026 in San Francisco, California. (Photo by Scott Marshall/Getty Images)

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The Toronto Blue Jays have plenty of reasons to be aggressive this offseason after missing the postseason in their followup to an American League pennant.

With another opportunity to build a championship-caliber roster ahead, Toronto is exploring ways to improve its lineup while determining which areas of its roster need the most attention. It is clear that the team is in need of an offensive jolt, and while the outfield might be the cleanest area for an upgrade, the Blue Jays have considered trading for a star infielder as well.

“Toronto, at least internally, also discussed a move for San Francisco Giants infielder Willy Adames, though the remaining $155 million on his contract probably isn’t that appealing given his recent struggles,” Mitch Bannon reported for The Athletic.

Toronto Blue Jays Weight Willy Adames Trade With San Francisco Giants

If the Blue Jays are willing to shuffle an infield that already includes Vladimir Guerrero Jr., Kazuma Okamoto, Andres Gimenez and Ernie Clement, then they might find a creative path toward strengthening the middle of their lineup.

“The Toronto Blue Jays are prioritizing offence as they explore all areas of the off-season market and while they see adding to the outfield as the cleanest fit, they’re taking a long look at available infielders, too,” according to Sportsnet’s Shi Davidi.

And while Adames is far from the only star infielder who will be on the move this winter, he is an interesting option. The Giants are surely open to considering a trade given their struggles and he has been an elite offensive and defensive combination in his career.

The Dominican shortstop joined the Giants ahead of the 2025 season after signing a seven-year, $182 million contract, the largest free-agent agreement in Giants franchise history. He also demonstrated considerable power during his first season in San Francisco, recording 30 home runs and 87 RBIs in 2025. However, his production declined in 2026, when he hit .230/.289/.424 with 21 home runs and 51 RBIs in 121 games.

Willy Adames Contract Could Complicate Potential Toronto Blue Jays Trade

There are legitimate reasons for Toronto to investigate an addition of Adames’ caliber. His established track record as a power-producing shortstop could offer an offensive upgrade, particularly as the Blue Jays evaluate their options to strengthen the lineup.

However, the financial commitment involved would be considerable, especially considering Adames’ recent offensive regression. His contract also includes a full no-trade clause, meaning he would have control over whether a potential move to Toronto could happen.

That makes Adames a particularly complicated trade possibility, even if the Blue Jays have demonstrated an interest in exploring the market for established infield talent.