Blue Jays: The potential benefits of making the playoffs in 2020

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BALTIMORE, MD – AUGUST 19: Randal Grichuk #15 of the Toronto Blue Jays celebrates a two run home with Travis Shaw #6 in the sixth inning during a baseball game against the Baltimore Orioles at Oriole Park at Camden Yards on August 19, 2020 in Baltimore, Maryland. (Photo by Mitchell Layton/Getty Images) /

Building a winning culture

The third point I’d like to make is fairly related to the first, but I still consider it to be a separate, and important concept. One of the major focuses of this season has to be on building a winning culture in the clubhouse.

What does that mean? The answer to that question can be a little different for every group, but it really centres on learning what it takes to win. Whether that means taking some extra time in the batting cage, the film room, or if and/or how teammates spend time together, it’s finding that recipe for success.

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As we’ve talked about, a huge piece of that puzzle is gaining the experience needed to win at the highest level. However, an equally important facet is building a belief that you are going to win every game, even when you’re squaring up against the Yankees or the Rays.

There’s no doubt that this young team has confidence, especially when you look at the charismatic swagger of Bo Bichette, or the quiet presence of Cavan Biggio. However, believing that you can be the best is one thing, but it’s another to believe that you are the best. As much as I love the confidence I see from this group, I sincerely doubt they think that highly of themselves just yet, nor should they.

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With all that being said, taking the step of making the post-season, even in a year when there are eight teams that will qualify from the American League, would have to be a major confidence boost for the Blue Jays as they look to the future. At that point, it would no longer be a message of “we’re coming”, but instead it would be replaced with, “we’re here”, and that’s a significant step that I hope they’re ready to take.

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