Blue Jays Promote Cuban RHP Yariel Rodriguez for MLB Debut

The Toronto Blue Jays are set to promote Cuban right-hander Yariel Rodriguez to the majors for his MLB debut after signing him to a five-year deal. Rodriguez, who sat out last season due to a dispute with the Chunichi Dragons, has shown promise in Triple-A and may have the opportunity to start for the Blue Jays. Known for his success as a reliever, Rodriguez's pitch-tracking data reveals a repertoire including a four-seam fastball, slider, splitter, and curveball.