GAME #125 - THURSDAY, AUGUST 25, 2022 - TORONTO BLUE JAYS @ BOSTON RED SOX

[MongoLikeSox]

How'd y'all like that guy Toronto had on the mound lst night, Anthony Bass. ERA's under 4.00 each year for 5 years since getting out of the Ranger's system. His total ERA in those 5 years is 2.99. The Marlins got him as a Free Agent before the 2021 season $1M. He gets $3M this year and $3M next season with a $1M buyout. I don't know if this is a 3 year deal, or if it's a 1 year deal and then an extension.

Toronto gave up a MLB near ready AAA 23 year old corner infielder to get him.

Two points. We chase players with iffy stats because we think we might be able to do something with their arms, but ignore affordable and proven commodities? Second, there are effective players that simply play ball that can be had for not a bunch of money. They may not light up stat cast, but we don't need them to. Off season is the time for bull pen pouncing. It cost Toronto a prospect, but one it didn't really need. Good for them.