Following a challenging 2024 season, during which the Toronto Blue Jays ended with a 74-88 record, team president Mark Shapiro addressed the disappointment felt by fans. He took responsibility for the team’s lack of postseason success and acknowledged that the season did not meet the expectations of both the organization and its supporters. Shapiro expressed his regret about the situation, admitting that the poor performance had affected him personally.

Looking ahead, he assured fans that the Blue Jays are dedicated to improving and fostering a winning culture. This includes changes to the coaching staff; notably, hitting coach Guillermo Martinez and bullpen coach Jeff Ware will not be returning. Don Mattingly will revert to a conventional bench coach role after his stint as an offensive coordinator. Shapiro emphasized that these adjustments are part of a broader strategy to strengthen the team’s competitiveness and enhance player developmen