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Originally Posted by browna
Brought this up during the short season, but worth revisiting given the comments about Shatkins making free agent splashes to try and catch the curve of the young guys rising along with some experienced and pricey vets...does Montoyo start the season next year as manager?
I’m 50/50, but he has a real short leash if he does start (and the Jays spend big (relatively speaking) in FA this year).
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I'm pretty much thinking the opposite. I think he has a really long leash. The Jays made the playoffs a year after they had the highest draft pick in 23 years. Even if the Jays take a step back there are readily apparent mitigating factors (weird short season, strange schedule, etc. etc.). I think Montoyo has at least a couple seasons before that's even a possibility.
I really like where the Jays are right now. Basically just need a #3 Pitcher and an infielder that can hit.