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John Schneider Says Kazuma Okamoto’s Contact and Power Will Deepen Blue Jays Lineup

Schneider praised Okamoto as a “natural hitter” whose easy power and bat control can balance the Blue Jays lineup. He said Okamoto is not being asked to replace Bo Bichette, but to complement the group with contact and adjustability. The manager also expects defensive improvement at third, adding, “The more he’s out there… the better team we have.”