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Blue Jays Emerge as Favorites for $200M Star Amid Increased Competition From AL Rival

The Toronto Blue Jays have emerged as the favorites to sign Japanese pitcher Yoshinobu Yamamoto, who is expected to command a contract worth around $200 million. Despite competition from other teams, including the New York Yankees, the Blue Jays are seen as the front-runners due to their proactive approach in the free agent market and their need for a top-tier starting pitcher. Yamamoto, a 25-year-old right-hander, has an impressive record in Japan with a 1.21 ERA over 164 innings in the last season, making him a highly sought-after talent in MLB. The Blue Jays' interest in Yamamoto comes amidst their efforts to bolster their pitching staff, which has been a point of concern following their performance in the previous season.

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