Toronto Blue Jays Bring Back Familiar Name Via Free Agency
The Toronto Blue Jays have reunited with a familiar face, signing Ryan Borucki to a minor-league deal and assigning him to Triple-A Buffalo.
The 31-year-old left-hander, originally drafted by the Jays in 2012, returns to the organization where he made his MLB debut back in 2018.
Ryan Borucki has been assigned to Triple-A Buffalo, the Bisons announced 👀
— Sportsnet (@Sportsnet) August 26, 2025
He was drafted by the Blue Jays in 2012 and played 75 games for Toronto from 2018 to 2022. pic.twitter.com/za8n24XWiU
Blue Jays Reunite With Pitcher They Drafted 13 Years Ago
Borucki was released by the Pittsburgh Pirates earlier this month after posting a 5.28 ERA across 35 appearances this season. While his overall numbers have dipped over the last two years, he remains tough on left-handed hitters and gives Toronto another bullpen option heading into the final stretch of the season.
Because he signed before September 1, Borucki is postseason-eligible if the Blue Jays decide to call him up.
ROSTER MOVE: LHP Ryan Borucki has been assigned to the #Bisons and is active tonight in Indianapolis. Welcome back to the Herd, Ryan! pic.twitter.com/kRGN4ynMfA
— Buffalo Bisons (@BuffaloBisons) August 26, 2025
After beginning his career as a starter with Toronto, injuries shifted him into a relief role where he found flashes of success, including a strong 2023 campaign with Pittsburgh. Across his eight big-league seasons with the Jays, Seattle Mariners, and Pirates, he owns a 15-12 record with a 4.36 ERA in 183 games.
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