Taillon Heads to Toronto in Trade with Cubs
The Blue Jays land veteran right-hander Jameson Taillon from Chicago in exchange for a player to be named later or cash.
The Toronto Blue Jays have acquired right-handed pitcher Jameson Taillon from the Chicago Cubs, along with cash considerations. Toronto sends back a player to be named later or cash in return. The deal was reported by Blue Jays beat reporter Keegan Matheson, who covers the team directly. The trade adds an experienced starter to Toronto's rotation.
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