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Blue Jays, Dodgers Reportedly To Pursue 2.83 ERA Closer

Blue Jays, Dodgers Reportedly To Pursue 2.83 ERA Closer

Summary

The Toronto Blue Jays and the Los Angeles Dodgers are both interested in signing Pete Fairbanks, a former Tampa Bay Rays pitcher. Fairbanks had a strong performance with a 2.83 ERA and 27 saves in 2025. Both teams are looking to strengthen their bullpens with experienced closers.

Key Facts

  • The Toronto Blue Jays and the Los Angeles Dodgers both want to improve their bullpen pitching.
  • Both teams are eyeing Pete Fairbanks, a former closer for the Tampa Bay Rays.
  • Pete Fairbanks had a 2.83 ERA and 27 saves in the 2025 season.
  • Fairbanks is 32 years old and has played seven seasons in Major League Baseball (MLB).
  • He ranks among the top four in Tampa Bay Rays' history for saves, strikeouts, and appearances.
  • Fairbanks has a medical condition called Raynaud’s syndrome, which affects his grip in cold weather.
  • The Blue Jays and Dodgers competed in the 2025 World Series.
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