5 teams most likely to steal Chris Taylor from the Dodgers

3. Toronto Blue Jays

The Blue Jays were another team that we tabbed as a potential threat to sign away Seager and they should be considered a suitor for Taylor as well. The logic is the same for the Blue Jays with both signings: they would be Marcus Semien replacements in some capacity.

However, Taylor seems to make more sense than Seager when it comes to being a Semien replacement. Seager would have to play third base for that to work in Toronto, and while he would add lineup balance as a left-handed hitter, he’s probably going to cost a lot more than Semien.

If the Blue Jays are going to pay that much for Seager then they are probably going to prioritize bringing Semien back first. Of course, Semien could decide to leave on his own, but it’s more likely that he gets priced out of Toronto and the Blue Jays opt for a cheaper alternative.

Taylor would be just that and would fit in seamlessly at second base. The Blue Jays could keep Cavan Biggio at third base and have Taylor be the full-time second baseman while also providing the ability to go play in the outfield if need be.

Taylor isn’t Semien, but when we are talking about consolation prizes that aren’t as expensive, he’s probably the best option for Toronto.

And as far as former teammates are concerned, Taylor is familiar with Hyun-Jin Ryu, Ross Stripling and Breyvic Valera (remember him?).