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The Blue Jays released infielder Rodolfo Castro from his minor league contract, as first reflected on the MLB.com transaction tracker. Ari Alexander of 7 News Boston reports that Castro is pursuing an opportunity with the Nippon-Ham Fighters in Japan.

Toronto Blue Jays News / Bluejaysnation / January 13

Blue Jays: Rodolfo Castro released, signs in Japan

Recently, the Toronto Blue Jays have signed a few prospects to a minor league deal. On Sunday, it was reported that the Blue Jays have re-signed both Eloy Jiménez and Rafael Lantigua.

MLB News / Bluejaysnation / November 25

Blue Jays sign Rodolfo Castro to minor league deal

The Toronto Blue Jays’ string of minor league signings has continued. On Tuesday morning, numerous sources reported that the Blue Jays signed utility infielder Rodolfo Castro to a minor league deal with an invite to Spring Training.

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Philadelphia Phillies News / Athlon Sports / March 16, 2025

Phillies Infielder Undergoes Major Changes to Hitting, Fielding

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Philadelphia Phillies News / Athlon Sports / March 5, 2025

Meet the 2025 Philadelphia Phillies: INF Rodolfo Castro

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Philadelphia Phillies News / MLB Trade Rumors / August 22, 2024

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