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Genesis Cabrera reinstated from paternity list, Yerry Rodriguez optioned to triple-A by Blue Jays
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    Genesis Cabrera reinstated from paternity list, Yerry Rodriguez optioned to triple-A by Blue Jays

    Toronto Blue Jays left-handed pitcher Génesis Cabrera has been reinstated from the paternity list.

    Cabrera will be active for Sunday’s game against the Oakland Athletics.

    The 27-year-old reliever has made 50 appearances this season and holds a 3.50 ERA with 37 strikeouts and two saves.

    Toronto also optioned right-handed pitcher Yerry Rodriguez to triple-A Buffalo.

    Rodriguez, 26, has an 8.72 ERA and 17 strikeouts in 16 relief appearances with the Blue Jays.

    Starting pitcher Chris Bassitt heads to the hill as the host Blue Jays look to take the rubber match of the three-game series against the A’s. Watch live on Sportsnet and Sportsnet+ with the first pitch scheduled for 1:37 p.m. ET / 10:37 a.m. PT.

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    The Toronto Blue Jays made a roster move on Friday, reinstating left-handed pitcher Genesis Cabrera from the paternity list and optioning right-handed pitcher Yerry Rodriguez to triple-A.

    Cabrera, 25, had been placed on the paternity list earlier in the week as he welcomed a new addition to his family. The Dominican-born pitcher has been a key member of the Blue Jays bullpen this season, posting a 3.86 ERA with 44 strikeouts in 37.1 innings pitched. His return will provide a boost to the team’s relief corps as they continue their push for a playoff spot.

    On the other hand, Rodriguez, 24, has struggled in limited opportunities with the Blue Jays this season. In 10 appearances, he has a 6.75 ERA with 10 strikeouts in 9.1 innings pitched. The decision to option him to triple-A will give him a chance to work on his mechanics and regain his confidence before potentially rejoining the big league club later in the season.

    The Blue Jays currently sit in third place in the American League East with a record of 53-48. They are in the thick of the playoff race and will need contributions from all areas of their roster in order to secure a postseason berth.

    Overall, the roster move involving Cabrera and Rodriguez is a strategic decision by the Blue Jays front office to maximize their pitching depth and put the team in the best position to succeed down the stretch. Fans will be eagerly watching to see how both pitchers perform in their respective roles moving forward.