Kevin Kiermaier’s decision to sign a one-year contract with the Toronto Blue Jays came as a surprise to him as well. The 33-year-old outfielder had not expected to play on turf again but chose to return to Toronto because he and his family had such a positive experience with the team and the artificial field at Rogers Centre.
Kevin Kiermaier’s decision to return to the Toronto Blue Jays was influenced by his positive experience with the team and the city. Despite his preference for playing on natural grass, Kiermaier found the Blue Jays’ talented roster, pitching, defense, and overall atmosphere too appealing to pass up. He also cited the warm reception he and his family received in Toronto as a key factor in his decision to re-sign with the team for the 2024 season.
