Summary
The Toronto Blue Jays have released top prospect Orelvis Martinez after he cleared waivers, making him a free agent. Martinez, once a prominent prospect, struggled with performance this season. The decision to release him rather than place him on the injured list indicates a decline in his standing with the team.
Key Facts
- Orelvis Martinez was released by the Toronto Blue Jays and is now a free agent.
- Martinez was designated for assignment to clear a roster spot.
- He signed with the Blue Jays in 2018 with a $3.5 million signing bonus.
- In 2024, he was the team's No. 2 overall prospect.
- This season, he was ranked as the No. 12 prospect by MLB Pipeline.
- He debuted in MLB last season and played one game.
- His performance dropped this year, with lower batting averages and more strikeouts.
- The Blue Jays decided not to keep him on the injured list, revealing his reduced value to the team.
