Don’t be shocked if this Blue Jays player is gone by the MLB trade deadline

The Toronto Blue Jays redemption season hasn't been going as planned so far in 2025. After a promising start to the year, the Jays have fallen back down to earth over the past couple weeks.

In fact, they've fallen below .500 thanks to an offense that's gone silent and a pitching staff that's been a bit unreliable.

This year could end up becoming another lost season for the Blue Jays if their up-and-down performance continues. And, if that happens, it wouldn't be surprising to see the Blue Jays put some of their players on the trade block, one of whom being George Springer.

Don’t be shocked if George Springer is gone by the MLB trade deadline

The Blue Jays confirmed they were serious in their plans to contend after the 2020 season by inking Springer to a six-year, $150 million contract, which was the largest contract in Blue Jays history prior to Vladimir Guerrero Jr.'s $500 million extension.

Springer's contract initgally looked like a huge win, as he hit .266 in his first two seasons with the Blue Jays with 47 home runs and 126 RBI. He also earned an All-Star nod in 2022. He was also a huge part in Toronto making the postseason in 2022.

Springer's play took a bit of a nosedive after that, however. He only hit .240 across 2023 and '24, and finished last season with a batting average of .220 to go along with 19 home runs and 56 RBI. It marked the first year he failed to record 20 home runs and 60 RBI since 2015.

Nevertheless, Springer has bounced back well this season, as he's posted a .306 average, .888 OPS, along with 11 runs scored, two home runs, 12 RBI and four stolen bases in 28 games.

His .306 average and .888 OPS lead the Blue Jays, and he's been one of the few bright spots in the Jays’ offensive lineup this season.

While's Springer isn't due to hit free agency until the end of next season, the 35-year-old veteran could become a candidate to be moved at the trade deadline if the Jays aren't able to turn things around.

Not only could Springer serve as a leader for whatever team acquires him, but he's also looking more and more like a legitimate offensive piece that could help length a contender's lineup.

A trade of Springer would also allow for the Jays to capitalize on his sudden resurgence since there' no gurantee that he'll be able to replicate this performance next year.

If you need a recent example, look no further than Whit Merrifield. He had a resurgent All-Star year with the Jays in 2023 before having a horrible follow-up season in 2024. He's still unsigned a month into 2025.

The last thing the Jays need is for Springer to fall into another slump, since it would hurt his trade value and also create a black hole in the lineup.

As a result, don't be shocked if Springer’s tenure with the Blue Jays comes to an end this year if the Blue Jays continue to struggle to make a mark in the loaded American League East.