Jun 27, 2021; Buffalo, New York, CAN; Toronto Blue Jays pitcher Patrick Murphy (66) delivers a pitch during the seventh inning against the Baltimore Orioles at Sahlen Field. Mandatory Credit: Gregory Fisher-USA TODAY Sports
The Toronto Blue Jays made some roster moves yesterday, placing pitcher Ross Stripling on the 10-day IL while recalling right-hander Trent Thornton to the active roster. The club then went one step more and selected the contract of minor league journeyman Connor Overton, one of the Buffalo Bisons’ top relievers this season with a 2.03 ERA through 21 appearances.
To make room on the 40-man roster, the Blue Jays decided to designate pitcher Patrick Murphy for assignment, a move I can say I was not personally expecting.