Blue Jays sign Spencer Turnbull to major-league deal pending physical

The Toronto Blue Jays have agreed to a major league contract with right-hander Spencer Turnbull, pending a physical, to bolster their pitching staff. Turnbull, who spent 2024 with the Philadelphia Phillies, posted a strong 2.65 ERA across 54.1 innings in both starting and relief roles before ending the season with a lat injury. His versatility as both a starter and reliever makes him a valuable addition, especially given the current absence of Max Scherzer from Toronto's rotation. Despite a history of injuries that limited his innings since 2019, Turnbull's recent performance and wide pitching arsenal make him a likely candidate to assume a swingman role, providing depth and flexibility for the Blue Jays. Turnbull, a former second-round draft pick, has shown flashes of high-level performance when healthy, though workload restrictions may apply due to his limited recent usage. The Blue Jays are also considering other external pitching options to further strengthen their roster.