Scouting Report
Updated May 20, 2026
Yariel Rodriguez, a 29-year-old Cuban right-handed pitcher, was recalled by the Toronto Blue Jays from Triple-A Buffalo in May 2026 after being outrighted in December 2025. Originally signed to a 5-year, $32M contract in 2024, Rodriguez struggled as a starter (4.47 ERA in 2024) but showed improvement as a reliever in 2025 (3.08 ERA over 73 innings). In 2026, he posted a 2.63 ERA in Triple-A before his recall. The Blue Jays value his increased fastball velocity (95-96 mph) and improved pitch mix, particularly his splitter (78% whiff rate) and slider usage. Rodriguez made his 2026 debut on May 11 against Tampa Bay, striking out two batters in one inning despite an early walk.
Strengths
- + Increased fastball velocity (95-96 mph, up from 93.9 mph in 2024)
- + Improved pitch mix with increased splitter usage (78% whiff rate in 2026)
- + Strong performance in Triple-A (2.63 ERA, 25:9 K:BB in 13.2 innings)
- + Successful transition to relief role (3.08 ERA in 2025 over 73 innings)
- + Effective debut in 2026 (struck out 2 in 1 inning)
- + Limited hard contact allowed
- + Effective against both left-handed and right-handed hitters with pitch selection
About
Yariel Rodriguez is a rp for the Toronto Blue Jays.
Player Overview
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