Blue Jays trade three prospects for pitcher José Soriano

The Toronto Blue Jays acquired starting pitcher José Soriano from the Los Angeles Angels on August 3, 2026, in a significant trade ahead of the Major League Baseball trade deadline. In exchange, the Blue Jays sent shortstop prospect Arjun Nimmala, outfielder Eddie Micheletti, and right-handed pitcher Angel Rivero to Los Angeles.

Soriano, a 27-year-old right-hander, joins the Blue Jays rotation with a 9-6 record and a 3.29 earned-run average over 22 starts this season. He began the year as one of baseball's hottest pitchers, allowing just one run over his first six starts and earning American League Pitcher of the Month honors for March and April. While his performance has leveled off since, he has posted a 2.74 ERA over his last four outings. Soriano, who is under team control through the 2028 season, signed a one-year, $2.9 million deal with the Angels in January to avoid arbitration.

The trade continues a busy deadline period for the Blue Jays, who traded veteran starter Kevin Gausman to the Chicago Cubs on August 2. Soriano is seen as a controllable asset who can help the team both in the remainder of the 2026 season and in future years. He features a powerful arsenal,...