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Blue Jays Announce 3 Last-Second Roster Moves Before Spring Training

Blue Jays Announce 3 Last-Second Roster Moves Before Spring Training

Summary

The Toronto Blue Jays made three last-minute roster changes before spring training. They signed left-handed pitcher Josh Fleming and invited two right-handed pitchers, Tanner Andrews and Nate Garkow, to try out for the team.

Key Facts

  • The Toronto Blue Jays adjusted their team roster before spring training.
  • Josh Fleming signed a minor-league contract with the Blue Jays.
  • Fleming had played in the major leagues and had a 4.77 ERA in five partial seasons.
  • Right-handed pitchers Tanner Andrews and Nate Garkow were invited to join the team for spring training without being on the main roster.
  • Tanner Andrews joined the Blue Jays after playing in the Minnesota Twins’ farm system and has struck out 321 batters in his minor-league career.
  • Nate Garkow, who pitched in the independent Frontier League, has a 2.78 ERA and 120 strikeouts over 77 2/3 innings.
  • The Blue Jays' spring training for pitchers and catchers officially starts on Wednesday.
  • Their first game of spring training is scheduled for February 21.
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