Report: Sergio Romo signs with Blue Jays

Sergio Romo is headed to the Blue Jays. Jordan Johnson-USA TODAY Sports

Report: Former All-Star closer Sergio Romo signs with Blue Jays

By Victor Barbosa | Last updated Jun 27, 2022 3:10 PM ET

The Toronto Blue Jays are adding a new weapon to their bullpen, according to MLB insider Jon Heyman.

Romo has deal with Jays, via league sources https://t.co/5mFJkqk3Nn
— Jon Heyman (@JonHeyman) June 27, 2022

Romo was designated for assignment by the Seattle Mariners last week and eventually released. The 15th-year pro compiled a 0-0 record with an 8.16 ERA and 1.53 WHIP in 14 1/3 innings pitched with Seattle in 2022, his only year with the club.

The 39-year-old Romo won three World Series titles during his days with the San Francisco Giants from 2008 to 2016 and earned an All-Star appearance in 2013. He has 137 career saves, including 84 with the Giants.

Toronto (40-32) is tied with the Tampa Bay Rays for third place in the AL East and will open a big three-game home series against the second-place Boston Red Sox on Monday night. The Blue Jays current closer is Jordan Romano, who is tied for first in the American League with 17 saves.

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Victor Barbosa is a passionate follower of MLB, the NBA and NFL, with a deep interest in Boston-area teams. He graduated from Springfield College -- The Birthplace of Basketball -- in 2013 with a degree in Communications-Sports Journalism. Previous bylines include FanSided, Heavy and Syracuse

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