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Blue Jays Signing 29-Year-Old Lefty Away from Mariners: Report

Blue Jays Signing 29-Year-Old Lefty Away from Mariners: Report

Summary

The Toronto Blue Jays have signed Josh Fleming, a 29-year-old pitcher, to a minor league contract. Fleming, who has previously played for the Tampa Bay Rays and Pittsburgh Pirates, will join the Blue Jays for spring training in Florida.

Key Facts

  • Josh Fleming is 29 years old and a left-handed pitcher.
  • He signed a minor league contract with the Toronto Blue Jays.
  • Fleming will participate in spring training in Florida with a non-roster invitation.
  • He did not play in any major league games last season.
  • Previously, he played as a swingman for the Tampa Bay Rays and Pittsburgh Pirates.
  • Fleming has pitched 254 2/3 innings in his major league career with a 4.77 ERA.
  • He is known for controlling games by getting a high percentage of ground-ball outs and avoiding home runs.
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