Former Blue Jays fan favorite finds new home with AL Central playoff team

In 2019, the Blue Jays were propelled by an exciting wave of young players with family bloodlines in Major League Baseball: the trio of Bo Bichette, Vladimir Guerrero Jr., and Cavan Biggio. Each of those young prospects were the sons of MLB legends Dante Bichette, Vladimir Guerrero, and Craig Biggio, with two Hall of Famers represented.

They all lasted in Toronto until the 2024 season, but it's safe to say that two broke out more plainly than the other.

Biggio was designated for assignment last June, then traded to the Dodgers in what must've been a difficult decision for the Jays. He didn't last in LA very long, though he earned a ring for his efforts, and finished the year with the Braves prior to becoming a free agent.

Although he had been an average player (being generous) these last few years, there was a chance Toronto might choose to bring him back for his versatility and vibes. Instead, on Sunday,he signed a minor-league deal with the Royals. They chose to call a "super utility" player in their announcement.

Former Blue Jays infielder Cavan Biggio signs a minor-league deal with the Royals.

Biggio has a few solid years under his belt, starting with his rookie year. He put together a wRC+ of 115 with 16 home runs and an OPS of .793. He followed that with a solid sophomore season, which was shortened by the pandemic, but overall wasn't bad.

Then in 2021 and 2022, he battled injuries, but was below average at the plate in both campaigns. Things were not looking great for him at the time, but he had an average year in 2023 to earn himself a spot in 2024. He struggled in just 44 games before Toronto decided they had enough, and fortunately got Braydon Fisher in exchange on his way out.

Biggio finished the year with three different teams and put up a .617 OPS with five home runs and a wRC+ of 82. He struck out at a career high 32.1% and walked at a career-low 10.7%.

One of the major positives with Biggio is his ability to move all over the field on defense. He can play all over the infield and even some outfield, which is where he derives most of his value.

The Blue Jays' former top prospect has found a new home in Kansas City, and it may be a good thing Toronto did not attempt for a reunion. It is sad to see him go (again...), but he would not have benefitted this team very much. Biggio might not be the last of that trio to find a new home this offseason, either, as Bichette has been involved in trade rumors and Guerrero Jr. has not been signed to an extension yet.