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In 2015, the Toronto Blue Jays reached the postseason for the first time in 22 years. Heading into the upcoming season, the Blue Jays have the starting lineup and bullpen to be an AL East force once again, but there are some concerns about the starting rotation after losing David Price and Mark Buehrle. Here is an early prediction of what their opening day rotation may look like.
5. Jesse Chavez
Credit: Kim Klement-USA TODAY Sports5. Jesse Chavez
Over the past two seasons, Jesse Chavez, who was a Blue Jay in 2012, posted a 3.83 ERA through 303 innings with the A's. Others such as Drew Hutchison, Aaron Sanchez, Gavin Floyd and Roberto Hernandez also figure to be in the mix for the No. 5 spot.
4. R.A. Dickey
Credit: Kim Klement-USA TODAY Sports4. R.A. Dickey
Although he may no longer be the pitcher he was back in 2012 when he won the NL Cy Young with the Mets, R.A. Dickey is still a solid starter and a proven innings eater. The knuckleballer has been good for 200-plus innings in five straight years.
3. J.A. Happ
Credit: Kim Klement-USA TODAY Sports3. J.A. Happ
Over 32 games (31 starts) with the Mariners and Pirates in 2015, J.A. Happ went 11-8 with a 3.61 ERA and a 1.27 WHIP. This offseason, the Blue Jays signed Happ, who has also pitched for the Jays in the past, for a reported three years, $36 million.
2. Marco Estrada
Credit: Nick Turchiaro-USA TODAY Sports2. Marco Estrada
After having a great regular season and a lights-out postseason for the Blue Jays last year, Marco Estrada returned on a reported two-year, $26 million deal. Toronto will need Estrada to provide a steady arm once again in 2016.
1. Marcus Stroman
Credit: Kim Klement-USA TODAY Sports1. Marcus Stroman
After suffering a torn ACL in spring training, Marcus Stroman returned to go 4-0 with a 1.67 ERA and an 0.96 WHIP over four regular season starts last year. He wasn't quite as impressive in the postseason, but he could be a legit ace this year.
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