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For several reasons, Spencer Arrighetti’s 2026 season was a failure, and the complicated part for the Toronto Blue Jays is that he could not even sustain himself as a starter.

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Blue Jays activate Trey Yesavage, recall Chad Dallas, option Spencer Arrighetti and DFA Joe Mantiply

With six games to go, the Toronto Blue Jays are shuffling their pitching staff. On Monday, before the series opener against the Baltimore Orioles, the

Toronto Blue Jays News / Yardbarker / September 21

Blue Jays make a flurry of roster moves ahead of critical series against Orioles

The Toronto Blue Jays have made a flurry of roster moves ahead of Monday's series against the Baltimore Orioles.

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MLB News / Dallas Sports Journal / September 19

Blue Jays Change Course Before Rangers Finale With Wild Card Race Tightening

ARLINGTON, Texas — The Toronto Blue Jays will throw a bullpen day built around right-hander Spencer Arrighetti against the Texas Rangers in Sunday’s series finale at Globe Life Field, Arden Zwelling of Sportsnet reported Saturday.

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Moving struggling Arrighetti to bullpen could help save Blue Jays

Moving struggling Spencer Arrighetti to bullpen could help save Blue Jays in tight postseason push

Since joining the team, Arrighetti has gone 0-4 with an inflated 8.04 ERA across four appearances and two starts.

Vladimir Guerrero Jr. in conversation for another Gold Glove Award

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The most surprising player from every MLB team for the 2026 season

The 2026 season has been headlined by young players emerging, but some wily veterans have also had their day. As we head toward the end of the regular season, these 30 players stand out as the biggest surprises on their teams.

Toronto Blue Jays News / Yardbarker / September 2

Spencer Arrighetti's struggles have continued since joining Blue Jays

While he's only had three starts since joining the Toronto Blue Jays, Spencer Arrighetti has been unable to replicate his former dominance.

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Toronto Blue Jays News / Toronto Blue Jays on SI / September 1

What’s Behind Spencer Arrighetti’s Struggles With the Blue Jays?

Spencer Arrighetti did not arrive at the Toronto Blue Jays in the best moment of his season. After returning from the injured list and putting together an encouraging start between April and May, his story began to take a negative turn.

Toronto Blue Jays News / Bluejaysnation / August 27

Instant Reaction: Blue Jays trounced by Royals as Arrighetti’s first start goes sour

Spencer Arrighetti’s first start as a Toronto Blue Jay got off on the wrong foot and never got fully back on track. Royals’ leadoff hitter Carter Jensen demolished the second pitch of the ballgame into the second deck in right field, and before the end of the second inning, Kansas City had scored four runs, and Arrighetti had thrown 50 pitches.

Toronto Blue Jays News / Bluejaysnation / August 21

Blue Jays activate Spencer Arrighetti, recall Davis Schneider and place Josh Smith on IL amid roster shuffle

Before Friday night’s series opener against the New York Yankees, the Toronto Blue Jays made a flurry of roster moves. The Blue Jays activated Spencer Arrighetti off the 15-day injured list, and he is set to be active for tonight’s contest.

Toronto Blue Jays News / Yardbarker / August 20

Blue Jays receive positive update on Spencer Arrighetti

Blue Jays receive positive update on trade acquisition Spencer Arrighetti

Recently acquired Toronto Blue Jays starting pitcher Spencer Arrighetti has yet to make his debut with the team following setbacks in his recovery from a foot injury.

Blue Jays are getting the best version of Alejandro Kirk amid pivotal postseason push

Max Scherzer was enraged after teammate Jesus Sanchez missed an easy fly ball

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The most disappointing player from every MLB team for the 2026 season

The 2026 season hasn't gone as planned for many MLB players. These 30 players stand out as the biggest disappointments for their respective teams.

Toronto Blue Jays News / Lindy's Sports / August 19

Blue Jays Under-The-Radar Acquisition Could Be Important Part Of Stretch Run

The Toronto Blue Jays were one of the more active teams at the MLB Trade Deadline, as they were both buyers and sellers. One of the trades that was finalized right at the buzzer was trading center fielder Daulton Varsho to the Houston Astros for starting pitcher Spencer Arrighetti.

Toronto Blue Jays News / Bluejaysnation / August 18

Blue Jays injury news: Vladimir Guerrero Jr. resumes baseball activity, both Spencer Arrighetti and Jameson Taillon set for bullpens this week

On Tuesday, before the Toronto Blue Jays’ series opener against the Tampa Bay Rays, manager John Schneider provided an update on the health status of a few players currently on the injured list. Per Sportsnet’s Arden Zwelling, Blue Jays first baseman Vladimir Guerrero Jr.

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Spencer Arrighetti strikes out three in second rehab start with Triple-A Buffalo

The Toronto Blue Jays could soon be receiving some rotation help. On Sunday, Blue Jays right-hander Spencer Arrighetti made his second rehab start in

Toronto Blue Jays News / Bluejaysnation / August 10

Blue Jays’ Spencer Arrighetti’s foot injury revealed as Morton’s neuroma

The Toronto Blue Jays now have an official diagnosis for right-hander Spencer Arrighetti’s right foot injury. Arrighetti, who first landed on the 15-day injured list with right foot irritation on July 25, was sent for an MRI last week after departing Thursday’s Triple-A rehab start with one out in the third inning.

Toronto Blue Jays News / Bluejaysnation / August 6

Blue Jays: Spencer Arrighetti leaves Bisons game with apparent injury

The cursed season keeps getting worse. Before Monday’s trade deadline, the Toronto Blue Jays sent Daulton Varsho to the Houston Astros for starting pitcher Spencer Arrighetti.

MLB News / Yardbarker / August 3

Astros acquire Daulton Varsho from Blue Jays for starter Spencer Arrighetti

The Toronto Blue Jays have traded their 2024 Gold Glove outfielder Daulton Varsho to the Houston Astros for right-handed starting pitcher Spencer Arrighetti.

Blue Jays gamble that a change of scenery works for Jameson Taillon

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MLB News / Yardbarker / July 31

Astros move struggling Tatsuya Imai to bullpen for crucial Rangers series

Houston Astros right-hander Tatsuya Imai will be available out of the bullpen during the club's crucial weekend series against the Texas Rangers.

Rangers fortify two areas of need in trade with Angels

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Houston Astros News / MLB Trade Rumors / July 25

Astros Place Spencer Arrighetti On 15-Day IL

Astros right-hander Spencer Arrighetti is heading to the injured list with right foot nerve irritation, the team announced. Reliever Bryan King is heading back to the big-league squad to take his spot.

Houston Astros News / Field Level Media / July 25

Astros put RHP Spencer Arrighetti (foot) on 15-day IL

In the thick of the American League West and AL wild-card races, the Houston Astros placed right-handed starter Spencer Arrighetti on the 15-day injured list Saturday with nerve irritation in his foot.

Houston Astros News / Athlon Sports / June 27

Spencer Arrighetti Struggling to Build Off Spectacular May

Not too long ago, Spencer Arrighetti looked like the savior of the Houston Astros' starting rotation. Through May, Arrighetti owned a 7-1 record with a 1.34 ERA across eight starts.

Houston Astros News / Field Level Media / June 14

Astros, Spencer Arrighetti aim for sweep of scuffling Royals

The Houston Astros have already secured their first winning series at Kansas City since 2022. Considering how well they've fared with Spencer Arrighetti on the mound, a sweep could be next.

Houston Astros News / Houston Astros on SI / June 3

Astros' Spencer Arrighetti Earns League-Wide Recognition After Brilliant May

While the majority of the Houston Astros' starting rotation flounders, Spencer Arrighetti is thriving. Thanks to a spectacular May that saw him allow just three earned runs over the course of 29 innings, Arrighetti was named the American League Pitcher of the Month.

Houston Astros News / Just Baseball / May 26

Spencer Arrighetti’s Continued Success Would Go a Long Way for the Astros

The Houston Astros have finished first or second in the AL West each year since 2016. A team that has built a sustainable winner from the ground up and won two World Series is not all too familiar with its current spot near the bottom with the Angels.

Houston Astros News / Houston Astros on SI / May 23