Reports: Toronto Blue Jays agree to deal with Japanese third baseman Kazuma Okamoto
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TORONTO – The Toronto Blue Jays and Japanese free-agent third baseman Kazuma Okamoto have agreed to terms on a contract, according to multiple reports.
ESPN and Sportsnet reported Saturday afternoon that the two sides agreed to a deal. There was no immediate word on the length of the contract or financial details.
Okamoto is a six-time all-star in Japan’s Nippon Professional Baseball league.
He hit .327 with 15 homers and 51 RBIs in 77 games last season for the Yomiuri Giants.
The 29-year-old missed over half the season with an elbow injury.
The Blue Jays, who have not confirmed the signing, would have to pay a posting fee to the Japanese team once the deal is finalized.
This report by The Canadian Press was first published Jan. 3, 2026.
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