"Jiménez was out of minor-league options, leaving the Blue Jays with only two choices: carry him on the Opening Day roster or expose him to waivers via a DFA. That reality alone often determines a player's fate, especially on a contending team with limited spots to fill."
"Across parts of the 2024 to 2025 seasons, he posted a modest .207/.303/.332 slash line over 81 games, with just five home runs. His 2025 stint was even more concerning, as he hit just .069 in 32 plate appearances, accumulating a -0.3 fWAR."
"Toronto opted to keep Spencer Miles, a Rule 5 draft pick who had to remain on the active roster or be offered back to the San Francisco Giants. In 9 2/3 innings this spring, Miles posted a 3.72 ERA but paired it with a 1.65 WHIP, suggesting some inconsistency."
"For a bullpen that was perfectly average last season, ranking 15th in ERA, which already had to pitch its way to November, adding an extra arm with legit upside is likely something the Blue Jays prioritize early this year over another bench bat."
The Blue Jays faced a decision regarding Jiménez, who had no minor-league options left. His poor performance, including a .207 batting average and struggles defensively, made his case weak. The team chose to retain Spencer Miles, a Rule 5 draft pick, despite his inconsistent spring training performance. This decision indicates the Blue Jays' focus on adding players with potential upside to their roster, prioritizing pitching depth over a middle infielder like Jiménez.
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