Blue Jays Pursue Fairbanks for Bullpen Boost

The Toronto Blue Jays are intensifying their efforts to bolster their bullpen, with free agent reliever Pete Fairbanks emerging as a top target. After the New York Mets signed Devin Williams, the market for other top relievers has shifted, making Fairbanks an even more attractive option. Fairbanks, a 31-year-old right-hander, has a solid career with the Tampa Bay Rays and is considered one of the best available relief pitchers this offseason. The Blue Jays, along with the Miami Marlins and Detroit Tigers, are showing interest in Fairbanks, who could sign with a team before the Winter Meetings begin. The Blue Jays must decide if Fairbanks would take over as closer or pitch in a setup role, while Fairbanks must weigh a larger contract against the best chance to win a championship. DNN | The Daily News Now! The world’s first global local news network. Every city. Every story. AI powered. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.