TORONTO — The Toronto Blue Jays may be in New York City fighting for a spot in the American League's post-season, but there is still top-flight baseball happening at Rogers Centre.
Canada's best high school players are competing in the Canadian Futures Showcase at the downtown Toronto ballpark until Saturday, with six teams of prospects competing in the tournament.
Established in 2013, the event has been a proving ground for several future major leaguers. Part participants include Calgary's Mike Soroka, who is now a pitcher with the Atlanta Braves, and brothers Josh and Bo Naylor of Mississauga, Ont., who are with the Cleveland Guardians. "I think down the road you're going to see a full World Baseball Classic team of kids who played at the showcase. That's what we're shooting for."
"There's been lots of guys who've come from this event and have moved on to the next level and played professional baseball," said pitcher Wesley Johnston of Toronto."I think that's definitely an opportunity for me.
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