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Blue Jays' Nick Sandlin Clears Waivers, Elects Free Agency

The transaction frees a 40-man roster spot to manage payroll pressure from a projected $2 million arbitration cost.

Overview

  • Toronto announced Monday that right-hander Nick Sandlin cleared waivers and chose free agency.
  • The club had outrighted him Saturday in what was characterized as an early non-tender that opened a 40-man roster spot and reduced projected arbitration exposure by about $2 million.
  • Sandlin logged a 2.20 ERA over 19 appearances in 2025, totaling 16 1/3 innings with 16 strikeouts and eight walks.
  • He was placed on the injured list with right elbow inflammation and was transferred to the 60-day IL in September.
  • Reporting has flagged health and velocity concerns as evaluation factors for interested teams, with a potential reunion not ruled out.