Blue Jays Secure Alejandro Kirk with $58M, Five-Year Extension

The deal cements Kirk's role as Toronto's primary catcher through 2030, reflecting the team's commitment to long-term roster stability.

The Toronto Blue Jays have finalized a five-year, $58 million contract extension with catcher Alejandro Kirk, officially announced on March 25, 2025.
Kirk, 26, has been a key player since his MLB debut in 2020, known for his elite defensive skills and consistent offensive contributions.
Defensively, Kirk leads all MLB catchers since 2022 with 39 defensive runs saved and recorded a career-high 27 caught base stealers last season, ranking fifth in the league.
Offensively, Kirk has a career batting average of .264, with 36 home runs and 187 RBIs, and was an All-Star and Silver Slugger in 2022.
This extension aligns with the Blue Jays' strategy of retaining homegrown talent to build a competitive roster in the challenging American League.