The Kansas City Royals and Toronto Blue Jays battled in the American League Championship Series, and now the two sides are rumored to be competing for one of the top free-agent relievers.

Both sides are reportedly monitoring right-hander Joakim Soria, according to Jerry Crasnick of ESPN.

Soria, who is said to be seeking a deal in the range of three years and $27 million, is drawing interest from a number of teams. Two of the top potential destinations, the Detroit Tigers, and Boston Red Sox, have backed out since acquiring closers through trades.

The 31-year-old Soria posted a 2.53 ERA and 1.09 WHIP across 67 2/3 innings split between the Tigers and Pittsburgh Pirates last season. He owns a 2.99 ERA in 135 2/3 innings over the past three seasons, while also converting 42 saves.

The Blue Jays head into the winter meetings seeking relievers with closing experience. Roberto Osuna and Brett Cecil are coming off strong seasons, and adding Soria could create room should the team wish to stretch out Aaron Sanchez as a starter. Should Sanchez remain in the pen, Soria's addition further strengthens it.

Kansas City's relievers posted the second-lowest ERA in the majors last season and return key pieces in Wade Davis and Kelvin Herrera, but need to replace Greg Holland and Ryan Madson.