May 21, 2026
Infielder Dub Gleed has found a new home within the Toronto Blue Jays’ organization. Gleed, who was the return piece in the Leo Jimenez to Miami trade, is enjoying his new opportunity with High-A Vancouver.
“The Blue Jays’ have made it super-super easy,” said Gleed. “They’ve made the transition super smooth and I’ve really enjoyed my time here so far.”
Traded on March 29th, Gleed found out the news on his way to High-A Beloit.
“It was definitely a surprise somewhat,” stated Gleed. “I was actually halfway on my 20-hour drive to Beloit, Wisconsin, I was in Nashville when I got the call. It was definitely somewhat of a surprise but I was definitely excited when I found out.”
During the phone call, Gleed found out he was traded for major league second baseman Leo Jimenez.
“It was surreal finding that out,” Gleed added. “It was an honor, he’s a great player. So, just to be in that conversation, that the Blue Jays’ saw similar values in us was an honor – it was a very surreal moment.”
Currently slashing .262/.349/.421 with an OPS of .770 after 107 at-bats in 2026; Gleed talks about his plate approach.
“I’m just trying to do damage on any pitch I can handle,” explained Gleed. “I’m trying to get my A-swing off early and make hard contact.”
Playing at four levels last year in the Marlins’ system, Gleed skipped over High-A.
The prospect talks about what he has noticed from the pitchers in High-A, “They’re good,” stated Gleed. “They locate, they can throw multiple pitches for strikes, I’ve noticed the pitchers here are good but definitely different than other levels.”
Playing primarily at first base and third base this season with High-A Vancouver, Gleed feels comfortable at both positions.
“Those positions are probably the most comfortable I’m at I think last year I played a little bit of second as well,” explained Gleed. “In college, I played a little shortstop but the majority of the time I played first and third. The Blue Jays’ have really helped me develop at those positions in the short time I’ve been here.”
Gleed talks about how he prepares each day for first and third, “We have some early work depending on what position I’m playing will determine how I go about it,” stated Gleed. “Whether that’s picks, certain kinds of double plays but for the most part it’s pretty similar just getting my feet and hands going. I don’t want to be too stagnant, I want to be athletic at each position.”
Since joining the Blue Jays’ organization, Gleed has received extra instruction from Minor League Infield Coordinator Donnie Murphy.
“Donnie definitely knows his stuff which is awesome,” stated Gleed. “We had a little bit of a one-on-one talk, just about fielding, what he felt was best for me, and how I should field. I totally agree with him. I’ve been trying to ride with it and it’s going well.”
Gleed feels his footwork at first base has developed well over the years, “It was definitely something I had to get used to,” explained Gleed. “I really enjoy first, it was something that was new to me in college but I really like it.”
Dub’s given name is William but he prefers Dub, “Dub is actually a family name, it comes from my great-grandfather Dub,” said Gleed. “There are videos of my Dad calling me Dub in my Mom’s stomach. It’s all I’ve ever known, I’ve never really gone by William, I’ve only gone by Dub. Sometimes I don’t even answer to William because it doesn’t feel right. It has always been Dub, I’m very grateful for that.”
Welcome to the Toronto Blue Jays’ organization, Dub Gleed!