Toronto Blue Jays acquire Jose Soriano from Los Angeles Angels
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 5, 2026, 2:42 AM
Last updated Aug 5, 2026
On August 5, 2026, the Toronto Blue Jays acquired right-handed pitcher Jose Soriano from the Los Angeles Angels, surprising many as the team was expected to sell at the trade deadline. The Blue Jays sent top 100 prospect Arjun Nimmala to Los Angeles in the deal. Soriano, 27, has a 3.29 ERA this season, and the acquisition aligns with the Blue Jays' strategy to enhance their starting rotation for the future, possibly pairing him with Dylan Cease and other pitchers. This move reflects a willingness to address pitching needs ahead of the offseason amidst anticipated labor issues.
- •Blue Jays trade prospect Arjun Nimmala for Jose Soriano.
- •Soriano has a 3.29 ERA in 22 starts this season.
- •The move aims to bolster the rotation with long-term control.
- •Soriano's profile is similar to that of Dylan Cease.
- 2:42 AMYahoo Sports — Toronto Blue Jays are Making Pitching Philosophy Clear with Latest Move
"The Blue Jays believed in Cease when they signed him to a seven-year deal, and they clearly believed enough in Jose Soriano.
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