The Blue Jays have signed left-handed reliever Joe Mantiply and utilityman Buddy Kennedy to minor league contracts. Mantiply had a solid track record with the Diamondbacks from 2021-24 but struggled significantly this season, posting a 15.83 ERA in the majors and 5.56 ERA in Triple-A. Kennedy, having limited big league at-bats, hit .193 across four seasons. The Jays' bullpen already includes several lefties, with Mantiply providing additional depth for the team.
Joe Mantiply, a left-handed reliever, has signed a minor league contract with the Blue Jays after being released by the Diamondbacks due to poor performance.
Over four years with the Diamondbacks, Mantiply recorded a 3.63 ERA in 198 1/3 innings, achieving three saves and 50 holds.
Mantiply's struggles this season led to a poor 15.83 ERA in the majors and a 5.56 ERA in Triple-A, significantly lower than his past performances.
Buddy Kennedy, a utilityman signed by the Blue Jays, has a .193 batting average in parts of four Major League seasons.
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