Bullpen Reinforcement
Blue Jays agree to three-year deal with reliever Tyler Rogers
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The Toronto Blue Jays have agreed to a three-year, $37 million contract with free-agent reliever Tyler Rogers, pending a physical. The deal includes a vesting option that could raise the total value to $48 million. Rogers, known for his unique submariner delivery, posted a career-best 1.98 ERA in 81 appearances during the 2025 season.
The Cincinnati Reds have agreed to terms on a contract with right-handed reliever Pierce Johnson, sources say, as they continue to bolster their bullpen this offseason. The 34-year-old Johnson became a free agent after the Atlanta Braves declined his $7 million option for 2026. The deal is pending a physical and has not yet been confirmed by the club.
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The Atlanta Braves have signed free-agent reliever Robert Suarez to a three-year, $45 million contract, pairing the 34-year-old with closer Raisel Iglesias to form a potent late-inning duo. Suarez, who led the NL with 40 saves and earned his second All-Star nod with the Padres in 2025, steps in as setup man after the team declined options on Pierce Johnson ($7M) and Tyler Kinley ($5.5M).