In a mildly surprising move, the Blue Jays claimed Jesus Montero off waivers from the Seattle Mariners today, per beat writer Ryan Divish: Montero claimed by the Blue Jays — Ryan Divish (@RyanDivish) March 28, 2016 In a corresponding move, the team designated catcher A.J. Jimenez for assignment. #BlueJays DFA A.J. Jimenez, who's out of […]
Day: March 28, 2016
Aaron Sanchez Named to the Rotation; Hutch to AAA
The biggest question this Blue Jays offseason has finally been answered: Aaron Sanchez will begin the 2016 season in the starting rotation, with Gavin Floyd in the bullpen. Sanchez in rotation, Floyd in pen — Shi Davidi (@ShiDavidi) March 28, 2016 Both Sanchez and Floyd have been superb this spring. In twenty innings pitched, Sanchez […]
If He’s Not Going to Start, the Jays Should Trade Aaron Sanchez
The Great Aaron Sanchez Debate of 2016 is finally coming to a close. The Blue Jays regular season opens up this coming Sunday against Tampa, so Toronto will have to very quickly decide who fits into the rotation plans. The overwhelming majority of fans want Sanchez to start, the front office seems to want him […]