Fansided · Apr 5, 2017
Blue Jays Release Veteran Gavin Floyd
Gavin Floyd was brought in last season to be a depth pitcher out of the bullpen, who was also able to make spot starts. But the Jays felt he didn’t fit into the plans anymore and released him this morning.
Gavin Floyd first signed with the Blue Jays on Feb. 6, 2016, as a guy with starting experience who they could utilize out of the bullpen. He also had played with Cleveland, so Ross Atkins and Mark Shapiro knew him and how he could be used.
Last season he pitched in 28 games with a 4.06 ERA and 30 strikeouts in 31 innings, all as a reliever. He was resigned to an MiLB deal this offseason on Jan. 6, 2017, after being granted free agency on Nov. 3, 2016.