Blue Jays Sign RHP Connor Seabold | MLB News

The Toronto Blue Jays have signed right-handed pitcher Connor Seabold to a minor league deal, according to MLB.com’s transactions tracker. The 30-year-old has appeared in 119 big league innings over four seasons.

A Rocky Road to Toronto

Seabold was originally a third-round pick by the Philadelphia Phillies in 2017. He debuted in the majors in 2021, spending time with both the Boston Red Sox and the Colorado Rockies. It was with the Rockies in 2023 where he saw the most action, working 87 1/3 innings across 13 starts and 14 relief appearances.

Challenges in Colorado

While Seabold logged significant innings with the Rockies, his performance was hampered by a 7.52 ERA. However, factors like a .338 batting average on balls in play (BABIP) and a 60.3% strand rate suggest some misfortune. Despite this, underlying metrics like a 16.4% strikeout rate and a 10.1% barrel rate, along with a 5.75 FIP and 5.03 SIERA, indicated deeper issues with his pitching.

Did You Know? Connor Seabold made 28 starts for the Samsung Lions of the KBO in 2024, posting a 3.43 ERA across 160 innings.

Recent Performance and Current Outlook

After not appearing in the majors in 2024, Seabold pitched for the Samsung Lions in the Korean Baseball Organization (KBO), where he had a successful season with a 3.43 ERA in 160 innings. This led to a brief return to MLB with the Tampa Bay Rays and Atlanta Braves in 2025, but his performance was again inconsistent, with a combined 4.35 ERA and struggles at the Triple-A level (6.07 ERA).

Expert Insight: Seabold’s signing suggests the Blue Jays are prioritizing depth in their pitching staff, given the number of established starters already on the roster. His past performance indicates he faces an uphill battle to secure a consistent role without significant improvements or injuries to other pitchers.

The Blue Jays already have a crowded starting rotation led by Dylan Cease, alongside Kevin Gausman, Shane Bieber, Jose Berrios, and Trey Yesavage. Cody Ponce, Bowden Francis, Eric Lauer, and Yariel Rodriguez provide additional depth. Top prospect Rickey Tiedemann also represents a potential future addition to the rotation.

Frequently Asked Questions

What position does Connor Seabold play?

Connor Seabold is a right-handed pitcher.

How many innings has Seabold pitched in the majors?

Connor Seabold has pitched 119 innings in Major League Baseball across parts of four seasons.

What other teams has Seabold played for?

Connor Seabold has played for the Boston Red Sox, Colorado Rockies, Tampa Bay Rays, and Atlanta Braves.

Given the Blue Jays’ current pitching depth, what role do you think a player like Connor Seabold needs to fill to earn consistent playing time?