Philadelphia Phillies to visit the Toronto Blue Jays
The Phillies will start Aaron Nola on Saturday while the Blue Jays have yet to announce who will take the moundMAY 15, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
ANTHONY CASTRO
Semien takes 12-game hit streak into matchup with Phillies
Semien takes a 12-game hit streak into matchup with PhilliesMAY 14, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Toronto visits Atlanta, aims to build on Ryu's strong showing
Toronto looks to follow up a dominant performance by Wednesday starter Hyun-Jin RyuMAY 13, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Another bullpen on tap Castro (forearm) hopes to throw another bullpen session this weekend, Arden Zwelling of Sportsnet.ca reports.
Impact The 26-year-old recently threw a bullpen session and was still experiencing some tightness, but it apparently isn't much of a concern as he could retake the mound this weekend. Castro landed on the injured list May 2 with a strained right forearm and is already eligible to be activated, though it's unclear when he's expected to rejoin the active roster.
MAY 12, 2021 • ROTOWIRE
Blue Jays, streaking Semien set for matchup against Braves
Semien takes a 10-game hit streak into matchup with BravesMAY 12, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Guerrero homers, Blue Jays rally past indecisive Braves 5-3
Vladimir Guerrero Jr. homered and drove in three runs and the Toronto Blue Jays took advantage of Atlanta’s indecisive fielding in the eighth inning, rallying past the Braves 5-3MAY 12, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Greinke scheduled to start as Houston hosts Toronto
The Astros will send Zack Greinke to the mound Sunday and the Blue Jays plan to give Nate Pearson the startMAY 9, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Not yet at 100 percent Castro (forearm) has thrown a bullpen session but isn't yet at 100 percent, Ben Nicholson-Smith of Sportsnet.ca reports.
Impact Castro has been on the injured list since Sunday due to a right forearm strain, and he didn't feel fully healthy when he recently threw a bullpen session. The right-hander is eligible to return as early as Wednesday, but he'll throw another bullpen in the coming days before the Blue Jays determine his status.
MAY 8, 2021 • ROTOWIRE
Houston faces Toronto, aims to build on Urquidy's solid outing
Houston looks to follow up a strong outing by Friday starter Jose UrquidyMAY 8, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Urquidy scheduled to start for Houston against Toronto
The Blue Jays will start Ross Stripling on Friday while the Astros are expected to counter with Jose UrquidyMAY 7, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Fiers expected to start for the Athletics against the Blue Jays
The Blue Jays will start Hyun Jin Ryu on Thursday while the Athletics are expected to counter with Mike FiersMAY 6, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Athletics play Blue Jays, look to build on Irvin's solid showing
Oakland looks to follow up a dominant performance by Tuesday starter Cole IrvinMAY 5, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Matz scheduled to start for Blue Jays at Athletics
The Blue Jays will start Steven Matz on Monday while the Athletics are expected to counter with Frankie MontasMAY 3, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Semien, Jays sweep Braves; Springer exits with tired legs
Marcus Semien homered and drove in four runs as Toronto finished off a three-game sweep of the Atlanta Braves with a 7-2 winMAY 2, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Shut down with forearm strain Toronto placed Castro on the 10-day injured list Sunday with a right forearm strain.
Impact The Blue Jays haven't elaborated on the severity of Castro's forearm strain, but this type of injury typically necessitates a recovery period beyond the 10-day minimum. The 26-year-old had been one of the Blue Jays' more reliable bullpen arms this season, recording a save and striking out nine over 7.1 scoreless innings while permitting only two hits and one walk.
MAY 2, 2021 • ROTOWIRE
Guerrero hits 3 HRs, slam off Scherzer, Jays beat Nats
Vladimir Guerrero Jr. hit three home runs, including a grand slam and solo shot off Washington ace Max Scherzer, and had seven RBIs as the Toronto Blue Jays beat the Nationals 9-5APRIL 28, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Notches first career save Castro retired the only batter he faced Wednesday to earn the save against the Red Sox.
Impact After Rafael Dolis had faced the heart of the Boston order in the eighth inning, southpaw Tim Mayza began the ninth with the Blue Jays staked to a three-run lead, but the team opted to go to a right-hander with a runner aboard and the dangerous J.D. Martinez up to bat after Mayza recorded two outs. Manager Charlie Montoyo decided Castro was his best remaining option, and the unseasoned reliever came through by getting Martinez to ground out to end the game. The appearance was Castro's fifth of his MLB career and accounted for his first save opportunity. The 26-year-old has pitched five scoreless innings so far this season, and while Dolis has the most experience in high-leverage spots among Toronto's current bullpen arms, it's not out of the question that Castro could get more save opportunities with both Julian Merryweather (oblique) and Jordan Romano (elbow) currently on the shelf.
APRIL 22, 2021 • ROTOWIRE
Anthony Castro secures the win | 04/21/2021 Anthony Castro retires J.D. Martinez in the 9th inning to secure the Blue Jays' 6-3 win over the Red Sox
APRIL 22, 2021 • MLB.COM
Blue Jays shake up lineup, beat Red Sox 6-3 at Fenway
Looking to spark a scuffling offense, Toronto manager Charlie Montoyo shook up his lineup and the Blue Jays responded immediately in a 6-3 victory over the Boston Red SoxAPRIL 22, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Activated by Blue Jays Castro's contract was selected by the Blue Jays on Wednesday, Hazel Mae of Sportsnet reports.
Impact Castro was unable to break camp with Toronto this year, but he'll join the major-league bullpen after Julian Merryweather (oblique) was placed on the 10-day injured list Wednesday. Castro should serve as a low-leverage reliever during his time with the big-league club.
APRIL 14, 2021 • ROTOWIRE
Blue Jays closer Merryweather put on IL with oblique strain
Toronto Blue Jays closer Julian Merryweather has been placed on the 10-day injured list with a strained left obliqueAPRIL 14, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
DFA'd by Toronto Castro was designated for assignment by the Blue Jays on Thursday.
Impact Castro was claimed off waivers by Toronto in early December, but he'll be cast off the 40-man roster to make room for right-hander Tyler Chatwood. He could still compete for a bullpen role during spring training, but he'll likely begin the 2021 season in the minors.
JANUARY 21, 2021 • ROTOWIRE
Detroit Tigers: Anthony Castro stolen by the Toronto Blue Jays off waivers The Detroit Tigers have lost right-handed pitcher Anthony Castro when the Toronto Blue Jays claimed him off waivers. The Detroit Tigers have...
DECEMBER 8, 2020 • DETROITJOCKCITY.COM
Tigers lose Castro on waivers to Blue Jays The joy on Anthony Castro’s face following his Major League debut July 27 was one of the bright spots of the Tigers’ 2020 season. It turned...
DECEMBER 7, 2020 • MLB.COM
Detroit Tigers waive Anthony Castro, creating roster spot for Rule 5 MLB draft pick By waiving Anthony Castro, the Detroit Tigers can make a selection with their No. 3 pick in the 2020 Rule 5 draft on Thursday.
DECEMBER 7, 2020 • FREEP.COM
