The Toronto Blue Jays signed 18 of their 19 drafted players this summer, a stellar mark for a team that restocked the cupboard with some top talent from the prep and collegiate ranks.
According to MLB.com’s Ayako Oikawa, Blue Jays shortstop Bo Bichette has expressed his desire to represent Brazil at next spring’s World Baseball Classic.
Blue Jays prospect Eric Pardinho has been away from the team for the past week and has been down in Tucson, Arizona for World Baseball Classic qualifiers.
The World Baseball Classic qualifiers are currently underway and a Toronto Blue Jays prospect is pitching in them. Right-handed pitcher Eric Pardinho represents Team Brazil at the international level.
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Toronto Blue Jays minor leaguer Eric Pardinho will represent Brazil at the latest World Baseball Classic Qualifier, set to take place March 2-6 in Arizona.
The World Baseball Classic is set to return in early 2026 and one Blue Jays prospect hopes to help elevate his nation to be one of the teams heading to the tournament.