The Toronto Blue Jays have made one of their first moves ahead of the MLB Trade Deadline, sending reliever Yimi Garcia, Sportsnet’s Ben Nicholson-Smith reports.

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The Toronto Blue Jays have made a significant move in their bullpen by trading reliever Yimi Garcia to the Seattle Mariners. This trade comes as the Blue Jays look to bolster their pitching staff for the remainder of the season.

Garcia, who was acquired by the Blue Jays earlier this year from the Miami Marlins, has been a reliable arm out of the bullpen for Toronto. In 38 appearances this season, Garcia has posted a 3.47 ERA with 35 strikeouts in 36.1 innings pitched. His ability to get key outs in high-leverage situations has been a valuable asset for the Blue Jays.

In exchange for Garcia, the Blue Jays will receive a player to be named later or cash considerations from the Mariners. This trade allows the Blue Jays to free up a roster spot and potentially add another arm to their bullpen as they make a push for the playoffs.

The Mariners, on the other hand, are adding a proven reliever in Garcia to their bullpen as they look to solidify their pitching staff for the stretch run. With the Mariners currently in the playoff hunt, Garcia’s experience and track record of success could be a valuable addition to their roster.

Overall, this trade is a win-win for both teams. The Blue Jays are able to clear up space in their bullpen while potentially adding another piece to their roster, while the Mariners are adding a reliable arm to help bolster their pitching staff for the remainder of the season. It will be interesting to see how Garcia performs with his new team and how this trade impacts both clubs as they continue their push for the postseason.