Rodriguez signed a four-year, $32 million contract with the Blue Jays on Friday, Kaitlyn McGrath of The Athletic reports.
Analysis: It's been more than three weeks since it was reported that the two sides had a deal in place, but it didn't become official until now while Rodriguez ironed out some visa issues. The contract includes a $6 million player option for 2028 which, if declined, becomes a $10 million club option. Rodriguez is expected to be used as a starter by the Blue Jays over the long haul, but he could get stretched out in the minors or in long relief first after not pitching anywhere in 2023.
Yariel Rodriguez Yet to take physical
Rodriguez has yet to take a physical for the Blue Jays as he awaits a visa, Francys Romero of MLB.com reports.
Analysis: Rodriguez's four-year, $32 million agreement with Toronto was reported two weeks ago, but he still hasn't taken a physical before the deal becomes official. The 26-year-old remains in the Dominican Republic and will need visas from both the United States and Canada but plans to take a physical in whichever country issues his visa first. There's no apparent worry that the contract could fall through, but it's certainly taking longer than expected. Rodriguez is expected to be used as a starter by the Blue Jays, although he could get stretched out in the minors or in long relief first.
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