SI.com · Aug 27, 2020
Reports: Blue Jays Acquire Pitcher Taijuan Walker From Mariners
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The Blue Jays have acquired starting pitcher Taijuan Walker from the Mariners ahead of Monday’s MLB trade deadline, according to multiple reports.
The Athletic’s Ken Rosenthal was first to report the news. Seattle will receive a player to be named later in the exchange.
The trade gives Toronto another arm in its starting rotation as it attempts to lock down one of the American League’s final playoff spots in the final month of the season. The Jays have three starters (Matt Shoemaker, Trent Thornton and Nate Pearson) on the injured list.