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Blue Jays Sign Three To Minor League Deals

Found December 31, 2011 on MLB Trade Rumors:
PLAYERS: Jerry Gil,  Robert Coello,  Brian Bocock
TEAMS: Pittsburgh Pirates
We'll keep track of today's minor moves right here.. In a press release, the Blue Jays announced the signings of right-handers Jerry Gil, Robert Coello, and shortstop Brian Bocock to minor league deals.  All three players will receive invitations to Major League spring training.  Bocock was involved in a minor mid-season swap this year when he was sent from the Phillies' Triple-A affiliate to the Pirates Triple-A squad.
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