US EditionBlue Jays Use Extra Roster Spots on Kiner-Falefa, Tate; Both Active Against Reds
Toronto Blue Jays utilize September roster expansion by activating infielder Isiah Kiner-Falefa and pitcher Dillon Tate, while placing Nick Sandlin on the 60-day injured list.
- On Monday, the Toronto Blue Jays announced infielder Isiah Kiner-Falefa and right-handed pitcher Dillon Tate will be active for their opener against the Cincinnati Reds, using MLB's extra September spots.
- Claimed off waivers, Isiah Kiner-Falefa joined the Blue Jays from the Pittsburgh Pirates on Sunday, while Dillon Tate was selected from Triple-A Buffalo on Monday.
- Across 31 games for Triple-A Buffalo Bisons, Dillon Tate pitched 35 innings with five saves and a 2.06 ERA, allowing 27 hits and striking out 34.
- To create room, the Blue Jays transferred right-hander Nick Sandlin to the 60-day injured list, and Isiah Kiner-Falefa is expected to serve as infield insurance for the team behind Ernie Clement.
- Given his prior time with Toronto, Isiah Kiner-Falefa and Dillon Tate fit the Blue Jays' September roster strategy of adding one position player and one pitcher.
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Blue Jays use extra roster spots on Kiner-Falefa, Tate; both active against Reds
TORONTO — Infielder Isiah Kiner-Falefa and right-hander Dillon Tate will both be active for Monday's opener against the Cincinnati Reds, the Toronto Blue Jays announced.
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John Schneider on having IKF at his disposal: ‘Winning player’
Toronto Blue Jays manager John Schneider talks about reacquiring infielder Isiah Kiner-Falefa and the versatility he brings to the lineup as well as reliever Dillon Tate returning to the majors as rosters expand for September.
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