Blue Jays sign veteran reliever Justin Topa to minor league deal

The Toronto Blue Jays signed right-hander Justin Topa to a minor league contract on June 3, 2026. Topa, 35, brings experience to a struggling bullpen impacted by injuries. He was designated for assignment by the Minnesota Twins last month after posting a 17 earned run average over 19 innings. Topa previously had success with the Seattle Mariners, achieving a 2.61 ERA in 2023. He will not immediately join the Major League roster but could be promoted from Triple-A Buffalo later in the season.

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