The Blue Jays launched reliever Emmanuel Ramirez, in keeping with the MLB.com transaction log. Toronto had designated the right-hander for project on Tuesday once they claimed Michael Petersen off waivers from Miami.
Ramirez can also be a former waiver declare from the Marlins. Toronto grabbed the 30-year-old from the Fish in early September. They optioned him to Triple-A and stored him there for the rest of the season. Ramirez didn’t throw a pitch for the Jays. His main league expertise consists of 15 appearances with Miami earlier within the yr. He tossed 20 2/3 innings with an earned run common approaching 7.00.
Issues went a bit smoother in Triple-A. Ramirez mixed for a 4.20 ERA throughout 45 frames between the 2 organizations. He punched out practically 30% of batters confronted towards a manageable 9% stroll fee. Ramirez flashed a three-pitch combine in his restricted MLB look. He leaned most closely on a 94 MPH fastball and a mid-80s splitter that generated numerous whiffs. He’ll probably land a minor league contract someplace.
