Fantasy football leagues are a staple of clubhouse camaraderie across MLB, and the punishments for finishing last are often where the real entertainment lies. Toronto Blue Jays ace Kevin Gausman nearly delivered an all-timer this spring.
After reportedly placing last in the team's 2025 fantasy football league, Gausman's punishment was set to be a public performance of the Canadian national anthem, "O Canada," before a Spring Training game—complete with the French verse. It's the kind of good-natured, viral-ready moment fans live for.
Unfortunately, according to social media buzz, Blue Jays management stepped in at the last minute, putting a stop to the anthem performance. Baseball fans and fantasy football enthusiasts alike were robbed of what would have been an instant classic clip, circulating from Toronto to every corner of the baseball world.
The big questions now? Whether Gausman has the vocal chops remains a mystery, and more importantly, what alternative punishment the team cooked up. You don't just let your star pitcher off the hook that easily. Here's hoping the Jays make this a tradition; the next last-place finisher should get their moment in the spotlight. The fans are definitely ready for it.
