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Originally Posted by Skaloper
Very interesting to see that the Jays wanted to ensure they got one of Gausman or Ray. Offered them the same deal but when it came down to it Ray was going to initially wait until the new collective bargaining agreement but later changed his mind while Gausman made it clear he was not going to wait.
As a Jays fan it would have been nice to see Ray return but I really think they made the right decision ensuring they got Gausman.
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I tend to think this was always the plan to let Ray walk
Trade two prospects for Berriois and resign for just money
Sign Gausman for just money
Get 2 draft picks back for leaving FAs
Basically recoup Berrios assets (kind of) and still end up with 2 long term signed pitchers