The Toronto Blue Jays have acquired first baseman Daniel Vogelbach from the Seattle Mariners in exchange for cash considerations.
Vogelbach was designated for assignment by the Mariners after slashing .094/.250/.226, collecting a double, two home runs and four RBI in 18 games.
Toronto will need a roster spot for Vogelbach once he reports — which may not be right away, as Sportsnet’s Ben Nicholson-Smith noted. But if Trent Thornton goes back on the injured list, it would open up some room.
The 27-year-old had a breakout season in 2019, hitting 30 homers and 76 RBI, which led to him earning his first All-Star Game nod.
The former top prospect had no minor-league options remaining and isn’t eligible for arbitration until 2022.
