US EditionBlue Jays Claim Isiah Kiner-Falefa From Pirates
Isiah Kiner-Falefa, batting .264 with 35 RBIs this season, returns to the Blue Jays to provide versatile infield depth before postseason eligibility deadline.
- On Aug. 31, 2025, the Toronto Blue Jays claimed Isiah Kiner-Falefa off waivers, marking the 30-year-old veteran's return to the team.
- After the Pittsburgh Pirates placed him on outright waivers, the Toronto Blue Jays claimed Isiah Kiner-Falefa and moved Yimi Garcia to the 60-day injured list for roster space.
- A versatile defender, Isiah Kiner-Falefa has logged Major League innings at every position except first base and played catcher early in his career.
- By filing the claim before Sept. 1, the Blue Jays made Isiah Kiner-Falefa eligible for the postseason and opened a 40-man roster spot by transferring Yimi Garcia to the 60-day injured list for season-ending elbow surgery.
- The pickup gives manager John Schneider more veteran depth for the stretch run, providing the Toronto Blue Jays a seasoned bench presence as they battle the New York Yankees and Boston Red Sox in the American League East.
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AL East-leading Blue Jays reunite with veteran INF Isiah Kiner-Falefa, claiming him from Pirates
The AL East-leading Toronto Blue Jays claimed infielder Isiah Kiner-Falefa off waivers from the Pittsburgh Pirates Sunday.
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