US EditionBlue Jays release right-handed pitcher Connor Seabold
Connor Seabold becomes a free agent after being released; Lazaro Estrada was sent to Triple-A Buffalo as part of spring roster moves by the Blue Jays.
- The Toronto Blue Jays released right-handed pitcher Connor Seabold and optioned Lazaro Estrada to Triple-A Buffalo, continuing roster adjustments ahead of the 2026 season.
- Clubs routinely execute such roster moves during late spring to refine pitching staffs based on performance, health, and long-term planning decisions.
- The 29-year-old Seabold, a four-year veteran, is now a free agent after appearing in 40 games across stints with the Boston Red Sox, Colorado Rockies, Rays, and Braves.
- Estrada, who recorded an 8.59 ERA over two games with the Blue Jays last season, will now aim to impact the Triple-A Buffalo roster.
- Toronto kicks off its 2026 season against the Athletics on March 27, seeking to build on last year despite losing Game 7 of the World Series to the Los Angeles Dodgers.
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The Blue Jays announced that they have granted right-hander Connor Seabold his release, making him a free agent (link via Mitch Bannon of the Athletic). Per Arden Zwelling of Sportsnet, Seabold exercised a release clause in his contract. Right-hander Lazaro Estrada has also been optioned to Triple-A. Seabold was in camp on a minor-league deal which he signed two months ago. He covered 6 2/3 innings in six spring appearances for Toronto, albeit w…
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