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Blue Jays Sign 23-Year-Old Flame-Throwing Japanese Pitching Prospect

Blue Jays Sign 23-Year-Old Flame-Throwing Japanese Pitching Prospect

Summary

The Toronto Blue Jays are signing a 23-year-old Japanese pitcher named Tomoya Kinjo. Kinjo is known for his fast pitches, reaching speeds of up to 97 mph.

Key Facts

  • The Toronto Blue Jays have made a signing with a Japanese pitcher, Tomoya Kinjo.
  • Kinjo is 23 years old and known for fast pitches reaching 97 mph.
  • Besides a fastball, he also throws a changeup, curveball, and sinker.
  • The signing is pending a physical examination.
  • Kinjo played in the 2025 season for the Kochi Fighting Dogs in an independent league.
  • The Blue Jays have a strong pitching lineup and are looking to strengthen it further with this signing.

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