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Blue Jays Option Yariel Rodríguez to Triple-A Buffalo

12/7/2025

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Toronto Blue Jays right-hander Yariel Rodríguez was optioned to Triple-A Buffalo after clearing waivers.
He signed a five-year, $32 million contract two offseasons ago.
Rodríguez posted a 3.08 ERA and 1.15 WHIP in 73 innings as a middle reliever.
He was removed from the Blue Jays' 40-man roster to accommodate Cody Ponce.
Rodríguez is owed $17 million over the next three seasons and will seek a return in spring training.

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Story summary

Toronto Blue Jays right-hander Yariel Rodríguez was optioned to Triple-A Buffalo after clearing waivers.
He signed a five-year, $32 million contract two offseasons ago.
Rodríguez posted a 3.08 ERA and 1.15 WHIP in 73 innings as a middle reliever.
He was removed from the Blue Jays' 40-man roster to accommodate Cody Ponce.
Rodríguez is owed $17 million over the next three seasons and will seek a return in spring training.