{
  "id": 18019708,
  "title": "Blue Jays assistant GM David Bell reveals why he’s stepping down",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/11/03/blue-jays-assistant-gm-david-bell-reveals-why-hes-stepping-down",
  "topic": "world",
  "section": "World",
  "published": "2026-11-03T21:00:53.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Yahoo Sports",
    "slug": "yahoo-sports",
    "url": "https://sports.yahoo.com/articles/blue-jays-assistant-gm-david-210053370.html"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "In the wake of a disappointing 2026 season, Toronto Blue Jays assistant general manager David Bell has announced his departure from the team. Bell, who also served as the vice president of baseball operations, cited a desire to reassess his role and impact both on and off the field. The Blue Jays, who fell short of the playoffs despite reaching the World Series in 2025, are now reevaluating their approach moving forward.\n\nGeneral manager Ross Atkins acknowledged the team's struggles, particularly in the offensive department. They failed to generate momentum offensively and struggled to get on base, relying heavily on line drives to generate runs. The team's inability to capitalize on opportunities led to a 79-83 record, placing them last in the American League East standings.\n\nOne area of concern was the performance of designated hitter Vladimir Guerrero Jr. The highly anticipated player posted just nine home runs throughout the season, falling short of expectations. While Atkins expressed confidence in Guerrero's ability to bounce back, the team is taking a closer look at all aspects of their performance to identify areas for improvement.\n\nIn addition to Bell's departure, the Blue Jays also declined Myles Straw's 2027 player option. The team is now focused on rebuilding and regaining momentum following a disappointing season.",
  "summary": "The Toronto Blue Jays are coming off a tough 2026 season in Major League Baseball. Toronto missed the MLB Playoffs, despite going to the World Series in 2025. Now, the Blue Jays are getting a shake up in the front office. Assistant general manager David Bell is stepping down. Bell is explaining why he is moving on . “I decided to step away and […] The post Blue Jays assistant GM David Bell…",
  "key_points": [
    "David Bell steps down as Blue Jays assistant GM",
    "Team struggles with offensive production",
    "Vladimir Guerrero Jr. had nine home runs"
  ],
  "editors_take": null,
  "illustration": null,
  "coverage": {
    "outlets": 2,
    "also_reported_by": [
      {
        "outlet": "Toronto Sun",
        "title": "Dylan Cease and Louis Varland are MLB award finalists: Which Blue Jays star has best shot at winning?",
        "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/11/03/dylan-cease-and-louis-varland-are-mlb-award-finalists-which-blue-jays",
        "published": "2026-11-03T15:26:21.000Z"
      }
    ]
  },
  "ai_generated": true,
  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}