US EditionBlue Jays Acquire INF Tyler Fitzgerald From Giants
Toronto adds a versatile infielder who batted .217 with four home runs last season and gives the Blue Jays another option at second base and shortstop.
- On Saturday, the Toronto Blue Jays acquired infielder Tyler Fitzgerald from the San Francisco Giants in exchange for cash considerations, immediately optioning him to Triple-A Buffalo.
- The San Francisco Giants designated Fitzgerald for assignment on Monday to clear a 40-man roster spot for reliever Dylan Smith after the utility player fell behind on their depth chart.
- Boasting significant versatility, Fitzgerald provides defensive depth at second base, shortstop, and outfield while recording 15 home runs and 17 steals across 96 games during his breakout 2024 season.
- Toronto views the acquisition as insurance for middle infielders following the Blue Jays placing catcher Alejandro Kirk on the 10-day injured list on Saturday with a fractured left thumb.
- Seeking a fresh start, Fitzgerald hopes to regain his 2024 form, with Manager Tony Vitello noting "a fresh set of circumstances can help" the player realize his potential.
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Blue Jays acquire veteran Fitzgerald from Giants to boost infield depth
CHICAGO -- The Blue Jays swung a small deal in the middle of Saturday’s game, acquiring infielder Tyler Fitzgerald from the Giants for cash considerations. Fitzgerald, who was designated for assignment by the Giants on Monday, will join the Triple-A Buffalo Bisons.
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