What? Blue Jays Claim Junior Fernandez Off Waivers From Yankees

Right-hander Junior Fernandez was claimed off waivers by

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the Toronto Blue Jays on Thursday from the New York Yankees.

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Since last September, Fernandez has had a turbulent few months,

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spending time with the St. Louis Cardinals, Pittsburgh Pirates, and Yankees.

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The 25-year-old Dominican played for the Cardinals and Pirates in 2022,

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pitching in 16 games (18 2/3 bullpen innings) and recording a respectable

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2.41 ERA (5.79 FIP), 1.61 WHIP, 14 strikeouts, and 12 walks while recording a great 2.61 WHIP.

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Despite having a strong arm, Fernandez has had trouble with

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walks in both the minors and the majors. In 50 bullpen appearances over four

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big-league seasons, he has a 5.17 ERA (5.57 FIP), 1.72 WHIP, and an 18.7% strikeout rate.

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The newest team to take a shot on him for relief depth is Toronto.

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