Franklin Morales
38-Year-Old
Free Agent
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0-0
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Released by Blue Jays
Morales was released by the Blue Jays on Tuesday, Ben Nicholson-Smith of Sportsnet.ca reports.
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The lefty played a significant role in the Royals' bullpen last year, making 67 appearances for the eventual World Series champions, but he hurt his shoulder early on this season and was not particularly sharp after his return late last month. Toronto designated Morales for assignment and will allow the 30-year-old to explore his opportunities elsewhere. Morales figures to have several options on the open market.
The lefty played a significant role in the Royals' bullpen last year, making 67 appearances for the eventual World Series champions, but he hurt his shoulder early on this season and was not particularly sharp after his return late last month. Toronto designated Morales for assignment and will allow the 30-year-old to explore his opportunities elsewhere. Morales figures to have several options on the open market.
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Morales was a steady arm in the middle of Kansas City's bullpen last year with a 3.18 ERA and 1.16 WHIP, along with eight holds. Morales had good control with a 2.02 BB/9 and keeps the ball on the ground (49.5 percent of batted balls), but his strikeout rates and velocity have declined precipitously the past three seasons. Even if he maintains his strong control, he'll have a tough time sustaining success with less than six strikeouts per nine innings.
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Designated for assignment Monday
Morales was designated for assignment Monday.
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Not traveling with team to Houston
Morales will not be traveling with the Blue Jays for the upcoming series against Houston, Barry Davis of Sportsnet reports.
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Activated from disabled list
Morales (shoulder) was activated from the DL on Friday.
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Staying in minors until further notice
Morales (shoulder) may not be immediately recalled by the Blue Jays once he's completed his rehab assignment at Triple-A Buffalo, Blue Jays Nation reports.
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Morales (shoulder) pitched one inning and recorded one strikeout plus a walk Tuesday in his first rehab outing in Single-A Dunedin.
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