Blue Jays Sign Ross Atkins to Contract Extension

Five-Year Deal Announced

Contract Extension Announced April 7, 2021

Toronto, ON - The Toronto Blue Jays have announced a five-year contract extension for general manager Ross Atkins. The announcement was made on April 7, 2021, at 10:57 am ET, and comes after Atkins led the team to their first playoff appearance since 2016.

Atkins has been with the Blue Jays since 2015, and has overseen a major rebuild of the team. Under his leadership, the Blue Jays have acquired several key players, including Marcus Stroman, Russell Martin, and Josh Donaldson. The team has also developed a number of young players, including Bo Bichette and Vladimir Guerrero Jr.

The Blue Jays are currently in contention for a wild-card spot in the American League, and Atkins' extension is a sign that the team is confident in his ability to continue to lead the team to success.