The Toronto Blue Jays have made a roster move to bolster their pitching staff, bringing back right-handed pitcher Joakim Soria Rodriguez from their Triple-A affiliate in Buffalo. Rodriguez had been sent down to the minors earlier in the season to work on his mechanics and regain his confidence on the mound.
The 25-year-old Rodriguez has shown flashes of potential in his brief stints with the Major League club this season, but has struggled with consistency and command. In 12 appearances with the Blue Jays, he posted a 5.40 ERA with 14 strikeouts and 8 walks in 11.2 innings pitched.
However, Rodriguez has been dominant in Triple-A, posting a 1.29 ERA with 23 strikeouts and only 3 walks in 14 innings pitched. The Blue Jays are hoping that his success in the minors will translate to the big leagues and that he can provide a reliable arm out of the bullpen.
With injuries and underperformance plaguing the Blue Jays’ pitching staff this season, Rodriguez’s return could provide a much-needed boost. His mid-90s fastball and sharp breaking ball make him a valuable asset in high-leverage situations, and his ability to pitch multiple innings could help save the bullpen from overuse.
Manager Charlie Montoyo has expressed confidence in Rodriguez’s abilities and is eager to see him contribute at the Major League level. With the Blue Jays fighting for a playoff spot in a competitive American League East division, every arm in the bullpen will be crucial down the stretch.
Fans will be watching closely to see if Rodriguez can make the most of his opportunity and help the Blue Jays secure a postseason berth. Only time will tell if he can rise to the occasion and become a key contributor for the team in their quest for October baseball.
