Blue Jays Sign Ex-Phillies Reliever After Forgettable Rangers Stint
Summary
The Toronto Blue Jays have signed pitcher Michael Plassmeyer to a minor-league contract. Plassmeyer, who previously played for the Philadelphia Phillies and spent last season with the Texas Rangers' minor league team, hopes to join the Blue Jays' bullpen. The signing adds to the competition for spots on the team during spring training.Key Facts
- The Toronto Blue Jays signed Michael Plassmeyer, a pitcher, to a minor-league contract.
- Plassmeyer is a left-handed pitcher who played for the Philadelphia Phillies and in the Texas Rangers' minor league system.
- In his major league career with the Phillies, Plassmeyer had a 9.82 ERA over 11 innings.
- During the 2023 season, he played both as a starter and reliever for the Triple-A Round Rock team with a 4.43 ERA in over 105 innings.
- The Blue Jays' bullpen has competition, with several left-handed pitchers vying for roster spots.
- The club recently removed Yariel Rodríguez, who had a $32 million contract, from their main roster.
- Spots in the team are open for competition, allowing players without guaranteed contracts to prove themselves during spring training.
Read the Full Article
This is a fact-based summary from The Actual News. Click below to read the complete story directly from the original source.
