Summary
The Philadelphia Phillies have re-signed pitcher Tim Mayza to a minor-league contract with an invitation to join spring training for the upcoming season. Mayza, a left-handed pitcher, previously played for the Toronto Blue Jays and had a brief stint with the Phillies. The Phillies are strengthening their bullpen after trading another pitcher, Matt Strahm, in December.
Key Facts
- The Phillies re-signed Tim Mayza to a minor-league deal with a spring training invite.
- Mayza played for the Toronto Blue Jays for most of his career and was particularly effective from 2021 to 2023.
- He had joined the Phillies late last season after being claimed off waivers from the Pittsburgh Pirates.
- The Boston Red Sox showed interest in Mayza before he chose to return to the Phillies.
- The Phillies are enhancing their bullpen after trading pitcher Matt Strahm.
- Mayza will compete for a spot in the Phillies bullpen during spring training.
- During his time with the Blue Jays, he achieved a 1.53 ERA in one of the seasons.
- Mayza also briefly joined the New York Yankees before returning to the Phillies.
