The Toronto Blue Jays have acquired former Cy Young Award winner Shane Bieber from the Cleveland Guardians, aiming to bolster their pitching rotation for the playoffs. Bieber is expected to make his next start with the Triple-A Buffalo team, targeting five innings and 70-75 pitches as he continues to recover from surgery. The Blue Jays' front office views this addition as a strategic move for potential Game 1, Game 2, or Game 3 starts in the postseason, with the possibility of retaining Bieber beyond 2025 through a player option. This trade follows the team's recent sign-and-extend move with pitcher José Berríos. Despite the acquisition, the Blue Jays suffered a heavy 8-1 loss to the Kansas City Royals at home, highlighting ongoing struggles as they pursue a playoff run.