The Blue Jays announced this morning that they’ve selected the contract of left-hander Mason Fluharty. Fellow southpaw Richard Lovelady was designated for assignment to make room for Fluhart on both the 40-man and active rosters. In addition, the Blue Jays announced that right-hander Tommy Nance has cleared waivers and been assigned outright to Triple-A. More to come… … [Read more...] about Blue Jays Designate Richard Lovelady For Assignment
Jay Jackson To Retire
After a professional career that spanned 17 years, veteran right-hander Jay Jackson is hanging up his glove. Robert Murray of FanSided reported this afternoon that Jackson is retiring from his playing career, adding that the 37-year-old hopes to have a second act in baseball, whether that comes by working for a team or in broadcasting. Jackson was selected by the Cubs in the … [Read more...] about Jay Jackson To Retire
Max Scherzer Exits Start With Lat Soreness
Future Hall of Famer Max Scherzer exited his first start as a member of the Blue Jays after just 45 pitches, and Toronto later announced that his departure was due to soreness in his right lat. As noted by Keegan Matheson of MLB.com, Scherzer battled a thumb issue throughout Spring Training that appeared to be connected to the nerve issue that limited the veteran with the … [Read more...] about Max Scherzer Exits Start With Lat Soreness
Blue Jays Make New Contract Offer To Vladimir Guerrero Jr.
The Blue Jays have made another contract offer to Vladimir Guerrero Jr., reports Buster Olney of ESPN. No specifics of the offer have been publicly reported but Olney says a gap remains between the two sides. The will-they-won’t-they between the Jays and Guerrero has been playing out for years now, but with a special focus on the drama this winter. Guerrero is now slated for … [Read more...] about Blue Jays Make New Contract Offer To Vladimir Guerrero Jr.
Blue Jays DFA Zach Pop, Tommy Nance, Nick Robertson
The Blue Jays revealed their Opening Day roster this morning and, in the process, announced that they have designated three right-handed pitchers for assignment: Zach Pop, Tommy Nance, and Nick Robertson. The three DFAs make room for right-hander Jacob Barnes and outfielders Alan Roden and Myles Straw on the 40-man roster. The Blue Jays had already confirmed their intention to … [Read more...] about Blue Jays DFA Zach Pop, Tommy Nance, Nick Robertson