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Blue Jays Pay Premium for Top Catcher | Toronto News
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- Jul 22, 2026
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- 77
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Summary
The Blue Jays just pulled off a draft steal by signing top prep catcher Will Brick for $2.5M — way above his slot value — proving they’re willing to pay top dollar for a player they believe can be a cornerstone behind the plate. Ranked 46th overall, Brick was projected to go first or second round, but his commitment to Mississippi State made him a risky, high-cost target. Defensively, he’s already elite — athletic, quick, and powerful with his arm. Offensively, he’s got a solid, disciplined swing with raw power and high exit velocities. His fall to the 4th round? Pure cost-driven math — teams saw his college commitment as the real hurdle, not his talent. Listen in comfort: Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN: [email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting. Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates: https://sources.thednn.ai/dad5567311e84fd8