Blue Jays acquire knuckleballer Matt Waldron, move All-Star Corbin to IL

The Toronto Blue Jays made a notable acquisition by claiming right-handed knuckleballer Matt Waldron off waivers from the San Diego Padres on August 5, 2026. The move comes after the trade deadline and is intended to bolster the Blue Jays' pitching staff, which has been hampered by injuries. To create a roster spot, the team transferred two-time All-Star pitcher Patrick Corbin to the 60-day injured list due to a previous shoulder injury. Waldron's unique pitching style and recent success at Triple-A, where he posted a 1.33 ERA, gives Toronto potential for deepening their bullpen options for the rest of the season.

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