Blue Jays agree to 5-year deal with pitcher Yariel Rodriguez
The Toronto Blue Jays added some depth to their pitching staff Friday, agreeing to a $32-million US, five-year contract with Cuban right-hander Yariel Rodriguez.
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![Pitcher Yariel Rodriguez of Cuba is shown in this filel photo from the World Baseball Classic quarterfinal game between Cuba and Australia in Tokyo, on March 15, 2023. Rodriguez inked a five-year deal with the Toronto Blue Jays, it was announced on Friday. A baseball player, wearing a white uniform with red and blue details, pumps his fist while wearing a glove on his other hand.](https://i.cbc.ca/1.7110342.1707493659!/fileImage/httpImage/image.jpg_gen/derivatives/16x9_620/wbc-baseball-australia-cuba.jpg)
The Toronto Blue Jays added some depth to their pitching staff Friday, agreeing to a $32-million US, five-year contract with Cuban right-hander Yariel Rodriguez.