The Toronto Blue Jays announce early this morning that they have acquired a new pitchers from the Miami Marlins as they have closed a trade for Robinson Pina.
Blue Jays complete trade with the Marlins for Robinson Pena
The Marlins announced that a few days ago they decided to DFA 27 year old pitcher Robinson Pina after a very tough first inning in the major leagues as he currently has a 9.00 ERA in 1 inning pitched.
News broke early this morning that the Blue Jays have agreed to send prospect pitcher Colby Martin to Miami in exchange for Pina in a one for one trade.
#Marlins and Blue Jays appear to be finalizing a trade.
Miami will be getting Minor League pitcher Colby Martin for Robinson Pina, who was recently designated for assignment.
The Blue Jays are expected to send Pina to Triple-A with the Buffalo Bisons as they completed the trade to help with their bullpen pitcher depth as they head into the second half of the season.
As @CDeNicola13 reported, Blue Jays acquiring righty Robinson Pina from the Marlins for minor-league righty Colby Martin, per source.
Blue Jays see Robinson, who is expected to head to Buffalo, as additional pitching depth and another bulk/relief option.