Summary
The Toronto Blue Jays pitcher Ryan Borucki signed with the Chicago White Sox after becoming a free agent. Borucki previously returned to the Blue Jays but was not included in their postseason roster. He will compete for a spot in the White Sox bullpen during spring training.
Key Facts
- Ryan Borucki was drafted by the Toronto Blue Jays in the 15th round and spent nearly a decade with the team.
- Borucki played for the Seattle Mariners and Pittsburgh Pirates after being designated for assignment by the Blue Jays in 2022.
- He returned to the Blue Jays in August but was not included in their postseason lineup.
- Borucki then chose to enter free agency in November.
- The Chicago White Sox signed Borucki to a minor league contract.
- Borucki aims to reach 200 major league appearances, currently having 187.
- His career earned run average (ERA) is 4.12 with 214 strikeouts over 256 1/3 innings.
- His best season in the major leagues was in 2023 with the Pittsburgh Pirates, where he had a 2.45 ERA.