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Blue Jays Sign Reliever Caleb Freeman to Minor-League Deal, Assign Him to Double-A

The 28-year-old reliever faces a steep climb to reach Toronto given the club’s pitching depth.

PITTSBURGH, PA - AUGUST 18: A Toronto Blue Jays New Era baseball hat is seen in action against the Pittsburgh Pirates at PNC Park on August 18, 2025 in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. (Photo by Justin K. Aller/Getty Images)

Overview

  • MLB.com’s transactions log shows Freeman signed Monday and was assigned Tuesday to Double-A New Hampshire.
  • Freeman debuted for the White Sox in 2025, allowing two earned runs over 3 1/3 innings across five MLB appearances with three strikeouts and one walk.
  • He logged 50 2/3 minor-league innings last season with a 4.26 ERA, 1.58 WHIP and 49 strikeouts across Double-A and Triple-A.
  • Control has been a recurring issue, with walk rates near 18.5% in 2022–2023, followed by improvement in 2024 and a strong early 2025 stretch that prompted his call-up.
  • Toronto projects a crowded staff that limits near-term roster chances, making strong Double-A performance the likely route to a midseason opportunity.