Summary
The Toronto Blue Jays signed veteran pitcher Patrick Corbin to a one-year contract to strengthen their starting pitching lineup. This move comes as the team faces multiple injuries among their main pitchers.
Key Facts
- The Blue Jays signed Patrick Corbin, a 13-year major league veteran and World Series champion.
- Corbin's one-year contract is valued at $1 million.
- Several Blue Jays' pitchers are injured or recovering, prompting the team to acquire Corbin.
- Shane Bieber and Trey Yesavage are among the injured pitchers with uncertain return dates.
- José Berríos plans to play despite having a stress fracture in his elbow.
- Corbin previously played for the Washington Nationals, winning a World Series in 2019.
- Corbin made over 30 starts each year for the past four seasons.