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Blue Jays: Reflecting on Orelvis Martinez and other top prospects who didn’t pan out

With the Blue Jays releasing Orlevis Martinez this past week—after designating him for assignment to make room for top prospect Trey Yesavage—many fans are left wondering what could have been.

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Blue Jays release infielder ahead of postseason

The Toronto Blue Jays are making a shocking move on Tuesday, releasing 23-year-old Orelvis Martinez. Martinez was once a prized prospect for the Blue Jays, but has had a tough time being able to figure things out.

Toronto Blue Jays News / Bluejaysnation / September 16

Blue Jays release Orelvis Martinez after clearing waivers

Former top prospect Orelvis Martinez is headed to free agency. The 23-year-old was released by the Toronto Blue Jays on Monday, per the organization’s transactions log.

Orelvis Martinez News / MLB Trade Rumors / September 15

Blue Jays release former top prospect

The Toronto Blue Jays released former top infield prospect Orelvis Martinez.

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A Major League switch hitter has hit at least 35 home runs on 35 occasions in MLB history. How many of the switch hitters to reach that milestone can you name in five minutes?

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Toronto Blue Jays News / Athlon Sports / September 12

Blue Jays Make Unfortunate Decision on Former Top 100 Prospect

As the Toronto Blue Jays (84-62) inch closer towards their first AL East title since 2015, the organization has decided to part ways with one of their top prospects.

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The 2025 MLB regular season is winding down, filled with record-breaking performances -- both good and bad. Here are 25 things we learned along the way.

Toronto Blue Jays News / Bluejaysnation / September 11

Blue Jays activate Alek Manoah from IL and designate Orelvis Martinez for assignment

The Toronto Blue Jays announced a pair of roster moves following Kevin Gausman’s shutout performance against the Houston Astros earlier today. Right-hander Alek Manoah has officially been activated from the 60-day IL and optioned to Triple-A Buffalo.

Toronto Blue Jays News / MLB Trade Rumors / September 11

Blue Jays designate disappointing infielder for assignment

It’s hard to view him not returning to the big leagues this year as anything other than performance-based.

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Blue Jays Minor League Report: Orelvis Martinez hit his 10th home run of the season

Orelvis Martinez has hit his 10th home run of the season This is the June 30 – July 3 edition of the Minor League Report, where we look at how the last three days have gone for each of the Toronto Blue Jays’ affiliates.

Toronto Blue Jays News / Bluejaysnation / June 30

Putting together a draft plan for the Toronto Blue Jays' first-round selection

The Toronto Blue Jays will select eighth overall at the 2025 MLB Draft, their highest selection since drafting Austin Martin in the fifth spot of the condensed format in 2020.

Toronto Blue Jays News / Bluejaysnation / June 6

Blue Jays Minor League Report: Orelvis Martinez is starting to get hot

Orelvis Martinez is starting to get hot. Is a call-up to the Toronto Blue Jays coming soon? This is the June 3 – June 5 edition of the Minor League Report, where we look at how the last three days have gone for each of the Toronto Blue Jays’ affiliates.

Toronto Blue Jays News / Minor League Baseball on SI / April 12

Toronto Blue Jays Stud Prospect Wallops 430-Foot Homer For Triple-A Buffalo Bisons

Toronto Blue Jays top prospect Orelvis Martinez is out to a slow start at Triple-A Buffalo, hitting just .105 through six games. However, Friday night was a breakthrough, as he hit a massive home run that traveled nearly 430 feet.

Toronto Blue Jays News / Minor League Baseball on SI / March 28

Toronto Blue Jays Top Prospect Noted as Top Triple-A Player to Watch

The Triple-A season begins on Friday and if you're a fan of the Buffalo Bisons, there's one player you need to pay extra attention to: Orelvis Martinez.

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Defence will be a priority as Orelvis Martinez returns to triple-A this season

Offensively, the Toronto Blue Jays know what they have in Orelvis Martinez, whose raw power at the plate is among the best in this organization’s system.

Toronto Blue Jays News / Minor League Baseball on SI / March 20

Toronto Blue Jays Option Pair of Top Prospects to Triple-A Before Opening Day

Top prospects Orelvis Martinez and Jake Bloss have been sent to Triple-A as part of a slew of roster moves by the Toronto Blue Jays on Thursday. Per the team on social media: ROSTER MOVES: The following players have been reassigned to Minor League camp.

Toronto Blue Jays News / Minor League Baseball on SI / March 17

Toronto Blue Jays Top Prospect Leaves Monday Game with Injury After Being Hit By Ex-Jay

Toronto Blue Jays top prospect Orelvis Martinez left Monday's game against the Philadelphia Phillies after being hit by a pitch from former Jays' closer Jordan Romano.

Toronto Blue Jays News / Minor League Baseball on SI / February 27

Toronto Blue Jays Young Infielder Named Best Power-Hitting Prospect in Organization

Toronto Blue Jays prospect Orelvis Martinez was named at the organization's best power hitting prospect on Thursday by MLB Pipeline. Martinez, 23, is fighting to make the Jays roster as a third baseman or a designated hitter.

Toronto Blue Jays News / Fastball on SI / January 17

Toronto Blue Jays' Orelvis Martinez Ranked Top 10 Second Base Prospect in MLB

Orelvis Martinez's stock took a hit when he was suspended 80 games for violating MLB's performance-enhancing drug policy in 2024, but the Toronto Blue Jays infielder still enters 2024 with a solid dose of hype.

Toronto Blue Jays News / MLB Trade Rumors / September 24