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Blue Jays Could Trade 7-Year Veteran Over Role Dispute: Insider

Blue Jays Could Trade 7-Year Veteran Over Role Dispute: Insider

Summary

Eric Lauer, a pitcher for the Toronto Blue Jays, may be traded due to disagreements about his role on the team. Lauer prefers to be a starting pitcher rather than work from the bullpen. With several new pitchers joining the team, trading him could be a solution.

Key Facts

  • Eric Lauer is a pitcher for the Toronto Blue Jays.
  • Last season, Lauer performed well but moved to the bullpen after new players joined.
  • Lauer lost his arbitration case, resulting in a $1.35 million salary loss.
  • He has expressed dissatisfaction with being placed in the bullpen again.
  • An insider suggests a trade might be the best option if other pitchers remain healthy.
  • Toronto might trade Lauer to a team needing starting pitchers.
  • The Minnesota Twins and Atlanta Braves have injuries that might create interest in Lauer.
  • Lauer achieved a career-high bWAR and a 9-2 record last year.

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