Blue Jays Land Angels RHP Jose Soriano in Surprise Trade
Toronto adds a controllable starting pitcher from Los Angeles in a deal reported by multiple credible MLB insiders.
The Toronto Blue Jays are acquiring right-handed starter Jose Soriano from the Los Angeles Angels, according to reports from Jeff Passan and Bob Nightengale. Soriano has approximately two and a half years of team control remaining, making him a meaningful rotation addition. The deal is described as a surprise move, suggesting it was not widely anticipated before the announcement. Terms and players involved beyond Soriano have not yet been disclosed.
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Okamoto scratched from Blue Jays lineup with left knee contusion
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Taillon Lands on IL With Forearm Tendinitis
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Taillon Hits 15-Day IL With Forearm Tendinitis
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Taillon Lands on 15-Day IL With Right Forearm Tendinitis
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