#bullpen

#bullpen

It wasn't the news the Blue Jays were hoping to get regarding someone they considered to be a key piece to the back end of the rotation. The 35-year-old right hander had produced solid numbers in his 22 appearances for the 2025 Blue Jays. He posted a 3.86 ERA in 21 innings pitched. He gave up just 13 hits, while striking out 25 hitters. He produced a 1.190 WHIP and hitters only managed a .224 BABIP against him.

The offense had only put up 5 hits all game and had failed to bring runners home in the top of the eighth, when Wong and Hamilton were on the corners with no outs. But the Red Sox really like the top of the ninth on the road right now, and Ceddanne Rafaela, in a moment of redemption and glory, smacked a two-run home run to left field and put the Sox back on top.

Payton Tolle, selected in the second round of the 2024 MLB Draft, has been promoted multiple times this season. Starting his year at High-A Greenville, the 22-year-old left-hander has made his way up to Triple-A Worcester. In his last two starts for the WooSox, Tolle has allowed just one run in 10 innings, notching 14 strikeouts. Could he earn a further promotion: This time to Boston?

"A 10-year veteran, Montas has only been a starter, meaning this is brand-new territory for him. I told him I consider myself as a starter, but..."

After making his MLB debut on May 11, 2025, Braydon Fisher has emerged as one of the most reliable pitchers in the Toronto Blue Jays bullpen, with a remarkable 1.09 ERA.

The Twins claimed righty Thomas Hatch off waivers from the Royals, who had designated him for assignment. The corresponding roster move will be announced later.

Seranthony Dominguez has pitched 40 2/3 innings with a 3.32 ERA and a 31% strikeout rate, being a key setup pitcher for the Orioles this season.

Mets president of baseball operations David Stearns noted the team is looking for outside help to strengthen a depleted bullpen due to significant injuries. He acknowledged the possibility of promoting top pitching prospects Brandon Sproat and Nolan McLean as relievers if trade efforts fail before the July 31 deadline. Sproat has recently thrived with a 23-inning scoreless streak, while McLean boasts a solid 3.08 ERA and 71 strikeouts in Syracuse.

David Robertson, a veteran closer, signed a one-year deal with the Phillies worth a prorated $16MM, enhancing their bullpen amid a weaker roster situation.