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Blue Jays fail to sign left-handed pitcher Jake McCoy after draft

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Last updated Jul 16, 2026

Blue Jays fail to sign left-handed pitcher Jake McCoy after draft

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The Toronto Blue Jays will not sign left-handed pitcher Jake McCoy, who was selected in the 18th round of the 2026 MLB Draft. McCoy, ranked 152nd among prospects, chose to transfer to Tennessee following Tommy John surgery. His announcement comes shortly after the draft, despite prior interest due to his solid performance in the Cape Cod League. Blue Jays insider Keegan Matheson indicated that the team's likelihood of signing McCoy was low given his commitment to the NCAA. Toronto, currently at 45-51 and outside the playoff picture, is seeking to improve after the All-Star break.

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•Jake McCoy selected by Blue Jays in 2026 MLB Draft.
•McCoy will not sign and will play at Tennessee instead.
•He underwent Tommy John surgery and missed the season.
•Blue Jays are 45-51 and outside of a playoff spot.
•Manager John Schneider remains optimistic about the team's future.

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2:02 AMYahoo Sports — Blue Jays Get Disappointing News on Left-Handed Pitcher During All-Star Break

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The Toronto Blue Jays got disappointing news on a potential addition of an intriguing left-handed pitcher.Toronto selected left-handed pitcher Jake McCoy in the 18th round, 552nd overall, during day two of the 2026 MLB Draft. McCoy was ranked as the 152nd-ranked prospect per MLB Pipeline, but he dropped in the Draft for a couple of reasons.McCoy […] The post Blue Jays Get Disappointing News on Left-Handed Pitcher During All-Star Break appeared first on HEAVY.
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Yahoo SportsJul 16, 2026, 2:02 AM
Blue Jays Get Disappointing News on Left-Handed Pitcher During All-Star Break
The Toronto Blue Jays got disappointing news on a potential addition of an intriguing left-handed pitcher.Toronto selected left-handed pitcher Jake McCoy in the 18th round, 552nd overall, during day two of the 2026 MLB Draft. McCoy was ranked as the 152nd-ranked prospect per MLB Pipeline, but he dropped in the Draft for a couple of reasons.McCoy […] The post Blue Jays Get Disappointing News on Left-Handed Pitcher During All-Star Break appeared first on HEAVY.

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