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Blue Jays Acquire Josh Smith From Rangers

Toronto gains a veteran utility option to bolster its bench for the remainder of 2026.

Jul 27, 2026; Washington, District of Columbia, USA; Toronto Blue Jays pitcher Adam Macko (64) throws a pitch against the Washington Nationals during the fifth inning at Nationals Park. Mandatory Credit: Rafael Suanes-Imagn Images
Jul 8, 2026; Arlington, Texas, USA; Texas Rangers second baseman Josh Smith (8) hits a single against the Los Angeles Angels during the third inning at Globe Life Field. Mandatory Credit: Jerome Miron-Imagn Images
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Overview

  • The trade was reported Monday and sends 28-year-old utilityman Josh Smith from the Texas Rangers to the Toronto Blue Jays in exchange for left-hander Adam Macko and, according to multiple reports, minor-league pitcher Josh Stephan.
  • Smith is a 2023 World Series champion who won the American League Utility Silver Slugger in 2024 and is under club control through 2028.
  • Smith has struggled this season, posting a .213/.299/.272 slash line with a -0.6 bWAR in 45 games and spending time in the minors.
  • Adam Macko is a young southpaw who had been optioned by Toronto and has thrown 22.1 MLB innings in 2026 with a 4.91 ERA and 23 strikeouts, making him a short-term pitching depth piece for Texas.
  • Initial reports came from Evan Grant and were corroborated by ESPN’s Jeff Passan, and formal team announcements plus any roster moves related to options or assignments were still expected after the reports.