Blue Jays land Josh Smith & Josh Stephan from Texas for Adam Macko
Toronto completes a trade with the Rangers, receiving infielder Josh Smith and pitcher Josh Stephan while sending prospect Adam Macko to Texas.
The Toronto Blue Jays have acquired Josh Smith and Josh Stephan from the Texas Rangers in exchange for left-handed pitching prospect Adam Macko. Smith is a versatile infielder who has seen regular MLB action with Texas. Stephan is a relief pitcher with big-league experience. The deal was reported by Blue Jays beat reporter Keegan Matheson, indicating a high level of credibility.
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