Yariel Rodriguez called up by Blue Jays to make MLB debut; Paolo Espino optioned

By The Canadian Press on April 13, 2024.

TORONTO – Right-handed pitcher Yariel Rodríguez has been recalled by the Toronto Blue Jays from their triple-A affiliate.

The move came hours before Toronto hosted the Colorado Rockies.

The 26-year-old Rodriguez will make his Major League Baseball debut as the Blue Jays’ starting pitcher.

Long reliever Paolo Espino was optioned to the triple-A Buffalo Bisons in a corresponding move.

Rodriguez agreed to a US$32-million, five-year contract with the Blue Jays in the off-season.

He has pitched as a starter and a reliever in top leagues in Cuba and Japan.

This report by The Canadian Press was first published April 13, 2024.

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