Blue Jays’ World Series Pitcher Shares ‘Emotion’ Of Reunion

BusinessSportsMoneyBlue Jays’ World Series Pitcher Shares ‘Emotion’ Of ReunionByPeter Chawaga,Contributor.Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. Peter Chawaga is a writer and editor covering Major League Baseball.Follow AuthorJun 01, 2026, 06:30am EDTKANSAS CITY, MO - APRIL 22: Baltimore Orioles starting pitcher Chris Bassitt (40) as seen during a MLB game between the Baltimore Orioles and the Kansas City Royals on April 22, 2026, at Kauffman Stadium in Kansas City, MO. (Photo by Keith Gillett/Icon Sportswire via Getty Images)Icon Sportswire via Getty ImagesThe Toronto Blue Jays have moved on from several key contributors since their run to the World Series last year, but that does not mean those relationships disappeared when players left the organization.One of the most notable departures came when veteran right-hander Chris Bassitt signed a one-year, $18.5 million contract with the Baltimore Orioles after spending three seasons in Toronto. During his Blue Jays tenure, Bassitt posted a 3.89 ERA across 96 appearances and became one of the club’s most respected veteran leaders.This week, Bassitt faced his former club for the first time since leaving Toronto. And while the matchup carried obvious significance, the veteran admitted he tried to avoid thinking about the players in the opposing dugout.ForbesPhillies’ Home Stadium Becomes Key In $10 Million Star’s Lawsuit With ParentsBy Peter ChawagaFormer Toronto Blue Jays Pitcher Delivers Strong Outing Against Former TeamBassitt took the mound against the Blue Jays last week and turned in one of his best starts of the season.MORE FOR YOUThe 37-year-old allowed one run over six innings as the Orioles ultimately fell 2-1. Despite receiving a no-decision, Bassitt lowered his ERA and showed flashes of the pitcher who helped Toronto reach the World Series a season ago. The reunion carried extra intrigue because of the relationships Bassitt developed in Toronto.ForbesBlue Jays’ John Schneider Se...