Chris Bassitt strikes out four batters over 2 2/3 innings and allows one hit in his first Spring Training start of 2025

Two years in, we’ve seen a great version of Chris Bassitt and a good one. The difference has been subtle -- an inch here, a pitch there -- but it’s been noticeable. If you offered the Blue Jays a repeat of Bassitt’s 2024 stat line today,

The Blue Jays pitcher served as the team's bat boy during a Spring Training game after finishing in last place in his fantasy football league.

Toronto Blue Jays veteran Chris Basitt served a fantasy football punishment on Saturday during the team's spring training against the New York Yankees.

The Toronto Blue Jays used an eight-run fourth inning to earn a 10-7 win over the Detroit Tigers on Friday in spring training action.

During the Blue Jays' spring training matchup against the New York Yankees on Saturday, starting pitcher Chris Bassitt wore an irregular jersey at TD Ballpark in Dunedin, Florida. As a result of his standing in the team's fantasy league, instead of wearing his normal No. 40 jersey, Bassitt's jersey reflected his record: 4-10.

Chris Bassitt has been a solid starting pitcher throughout his MLB career, but the right-hander apparently has not mastered fantasy football. Bassitt

Báez made his spring training debut as the designated hitter against the Toronto Blue Jays after passing all the required tests in his rehab from hip surgery. His early arrival was a sign of eagerness—but also practicality.

Blue Jays pitcher Chris Bassitt served as bat boy for Toronto's first Spring Training game against the New York Yankees on Saturday, his punishment after finishing last in the team's fantasy football league.

Toronto's starting pitcher wore a "4-10" jersey while serving as the team's bat boy in their spring training game as a fantasy football punishment.

Baseball fans have learned over the last few years that the players they cheer for take fantasy football extremely seriously and Toronto Blue Jays pitcher Chris Bassitt reminded them of that.

Bassitt attended the University of Akron and served as a relief pitcher. He was drafted by the White Sox in the 16th round of the 2011 MLB Draft. He made his MLB debut in 2014. Since then, Bassitt has pitched for the Athletics, Mets and Blue Jays.