Blue Jays general manager Ross Atkins preached patience as he addressed reporters at Rogers Centre this morning, just hours before the Jays host the Tampa Bay Rays later this afternoon. Atkins stands in the dug out after speaking to the media prior to the team's home opener, in Toronto, Monday, April 8, 2024. THE CANADIAN PRESS/Chris Young
TORONTO – Blue Jays general manager Ross Atkins is preaching patience.
Atkins addressed reporters at Rogers Centre this morning, hours before Toronto hosted the Tampa Bay Rays this afternoon.
The 20-minute news conference in front of the home dugout was mainly focused on the Blue Jays’ disappointing 19-24 record.
Atkins says that although the results haven’t been there, he’s encouraged by the sense of urgency in Toronto’s clubhouse.
He says that he appreciates manager John Schneider’s steady hand during a difficult span.
Atkins is typically made available to reporters on a monthly basis.
This report by The Canadian Press was first published May 18, 2024.
