ZACH THOMPSON NEWS

Outrighted to Buffalo Thompson cleared waivers and was sent outright to Triple-A Buffalo on Thursday, Mitch Bannon of SI.com reports.

Impact After being DFA'd by the Blue Jays on Tuesday, Thompson will remain with their Triple-A affiliate but no longer holds a spot on the 40-man roster. The 29-year-old righty has a 6.89 ERA and 1.55 WHIP through 47 innings this season and would need to turn things around quickly to have a chance at playing in the big leagues in 2023.

JUNE 8, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Designated for assignment The Blue Jays designated Thompson for assignment Tuesday.

Impact Thompson was sent to Triple-A after failing to make the Jays' roster out of spring training, and he hasn't fared well since. He holds a 6.89 ERA and 1.55 WHIP through 47 innings across 11 starts. His poor performance means he likely won't see the majors anytime soon, but he could be scooped up by a team hoping he returns to his 2021 form.

JUNE 6, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Woodford, Cards' pen shut down Pirates in 3-0 win

Jake Woodford and three relievers scattered eight hits, Nolan Gorman drove in two runs, and the St. Louis Cardinals beat the Pittsburgh Pirates 3-0

APRIL 15, 2023 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Will begin year in Triple-A Thompson was optioned to Triple-A Buffalo by the Blue Jays on Saturday, Keegan Matheson of MLB.com reports.

Impact Thompson did not pitch well in the Grapefruit League, as he allowed eight runs in 11.1 innings with a 1.06 WHIP. The right-hander is likely to be a swingman option for the Blue Jays in 2023, though it's a role that isn't likely to lead to much fantasy relevance.

MARCH 25, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Strong outing Thursday Thompson gave up a hit and struck out three over 1.2 innings of relief in Thursday's Grapefruit League game against the Twins.

Impact The 29-year-old right-hander put up mediocre numbers with the Pirates last season while being used primarily as a starter, but the Blue Jays will likely deploy him as a long reliever if he breaks camp on the 26-man roster. Thompson has made a solid case for a spot with a 12:3 K:BB through 11.1 innings this spring.

MARCH 24, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Zach Thompson's two K's | 03/10/2023 Zach Thompson strikes out two batters during his three hitless innings of work against the Red Sox on Friday

MARCH 17, 2023 • MLB.COM

Starter or reliever? Thompson good either way SARASOTA, Fla. -- Right hander Zach Thompson still isn't sure what his role will be with the Blue Jays this season. Thompson is still in the...

MARCH 17, 2023 • MLB.COM

Zach Thompson's two K's | 03/10/2023 Zach Thompson strikes out two batters during his three hitless innings of work against the Red Sox on Friday

MARCH 10, 2023 • MLB.COM

Brandon Belt, Blue Jays finalize $9.3M, 1-year contract

First baseman Brandon Belt and the Toronto Blue Jays finalized a $9.3 million, one-year contract

JANUARY 10, 2023 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Blue Jays acquire pitcher Zach Thompson from Pirates Thompson made 22 starts for Pittsburgh last season.

JANUARY 10, 2023 • WINNIPEGSUN.COM

Blue Jays acquire pitcher Zach Thompson from Pirates for minor leaguer Chavez Young TORONTO - The Toronto Blue Jays acquired right-hander Zach Thompson from the Pittsburgh Pirates on Tuesday in exchange for minor-league outf...

JANUARY 10, 2023 • THESTAR.COM

Acquired by Toronto Thompson was acquired by the Blue Jays from the Pirates on Tuesday in exchange for Chavez Young.

Impact Thompson had been designated for assignment last week and he now has a new home. The right-hander put up a 5.18 ERA for the Pirates in 2022 while splitting time between the rotation and bullpen. He should have a chance to compete for a rotation spot in Toronto but could wind up in a swingman role again.

JANUARY 10, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Designated for assignment Thompson was designated for assignment by the Pirates on Thursday.

Impact The move clears a spot on the 40-man roster for the addition of Rich Hill. Thompson held a 5.18 ERA over 29 appearances -- 22 starts -- for the Pirates in 2022. He's a likely bet to pass through waivers unclaimed.

JANUARY 5, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Works in relief again Thompson tossed 2.2 innings out of the bullpen in the Pirates' 6-1 win over the Reds in Game 1 of Tuesday's doubleheader. He struck out one and allowed one earned run on four hits...

Impact For his second straight appearance, Thompson worked behind starter Johan Oviedo, who exited after tossing five scoreless frames. Even with Pittsburgh maintaining a six-man rotation this week due to the doubleheader, manager Derek Shelton opted to pass over Thompson for a start, as rookie Luis Ortiz was called up from Triple-A Indianapolis to take the hill for the nightcap. Thompson looks like he may finish the season in the bullpen as a multi-inning option.

SEPTEMBER 14, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Thompson's stellar relief outing a bright spot for Bucs PHILADELPHIA -- The game was still in its infancy. Fans were still filing into their seats. The first inning had yet to end, and Zach Thomps...

AUGUST 27, 2022 • MLB.COM

Suffers 10th loss Thompson (3-10) yielded three runs on eight hits and three walks over five innings Sunday, striking out five and taking a loss against the Reds.

Impact Thompson's outing got off to a rough start when Jake Fraley took him deep to lead off the game. The 28-year-old righty then gave up a two-run shot to Mike Moustakas in the third inning. Thompson has fallen to 0-6 with a brutal 6.26 ERA over his last 12 appearances. He'll carry a 5.51 ERA into his projected matchup in Philadelphia next weekend.

AUGUST 22, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Reynolds 2 HRs; Brubaker, Pirates top Bosox, end 6-game skid

Bryan Reynolds hit two home runs, JT Brubaker pitched seven shutout innings and the Pittsburgh Pirates snapped a six-game losing streak, beating the Boston Red Sox 8-2

AUGUST 19, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Roughed up in short outing Thompson registered a no-decision during Sunday's 8-7 loss to San Francisco, allowing five runs on seven hits and two walks with five strikeouts in four innings.

Impact Thompson put multiple runners on in three of his four frames with the big blow coming on a LaMonte Wade three-run home run during a four-run second inning. He departed down 5-0 but Pittsburgh's offense was able to storm back and help the 28-year-old avoid a fourth loss in five starts. During the recent slide, Thompson has surrendered 24 runs across 24 innings while putting 44 runners on base. He carries a 5.34 ERA and 1.51 WHIP into his next start, scheduled for next weekend against Cincinnati.

AUGUST 15, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Handed ninth loss Thompson (3-9) took the loss during Tuesday's 6-4 defeat at the hands of the Diamondbacks, allowing two runs on five hits and three walks with two strikeouts in 4.2 innings.

Impact Thompson put multiple baserunners on in each of the first three innings with runs coming across in the first and third innings to fall in line for the loss. The 28-year-old has now lost five straight decisions and it's been nine starts since he last recorded a win June 5. During that stretch, Thompson has posted a 5.57 ERA while averaging just over five innings per turn. He carries a 5.08 ERA and 1.47 WHIP into his next start, scheduled to come over the weekend in San Francisco.

AUGUST 10, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Short outing against Brewers Thompson allowed three earned runs on four hits and a walk while striking out five across 4.1 innings Thursday against the Brewers. He did not factor into the decision.

Impact Thompson allowed a pair of home runs, which accounted for three of the four runs he was charged with. He's had a dreadful three-start stretch since the All-Star break, during which he's allowed 17 earned runs across 15.1 innings. That's inflated his ERA on the season to 5.15 across 85.2 frames.

AUGUST 5, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Hit hard again Thompson (3-8) allowed seven earned runs on 11 hits and no walks while striking out four across 5.2 innings to take the loss Thursday against the Phillies.

Impact Thompson wasn't helped by his defense in the first inning, but he was still hit hard. He appeared to settle in after allowing four runs across his first two frames but then coughed up a three-run homer to Kyle Schwarber in the sixth inning to end his outing on a sour note. Thompson has allowed 14 earned runs across his last two starts -- spanning 11 innings -- which has balooned his ERA to 5.09 for the season.

JULY 29, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Schwarber, Wheeler power Phillies to 8-7 win over Pirates

Kyle Schwarber hit his NL-leading 32nd home run and Zack Wheeler pitched seven strong innings as the Philadelphia Phillies built a large lead and then held on for an 8-7 win over t...

JULY 29, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Drilled for seven runs Thompson (3-7) yielded seven runs on nine runs and two walks over 5.1 innings Friday, striking out two and taking the loss against Miami.

Impact Thompson tossed three scoreless frames before the Marlins broke out in the fourth. He coughed up four runs that inning followed by three more in the sixth. Entering Friday's start, Thompson had allowed two or fewer runs in seven straight outings. His season ERA jumped from 4.09 to 4.64 through 75.2 frames. Thompson is projected to face the Phillies at home next week.

JULY 23, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Marlins beat Pirates 8-1 and end 37-inning scoreless streak

Joey Wendle had three hits and two RBIs, Braxton Garrett pitched six sharp innings and the Miami Marlins emphatically ended their 37-inning scoreless streak by beating the Pittsbur...

JULY 23, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Limits Marlins to one run Thompson allowed one earned run on four hits and three walks while striking out two across 6.2 innings Thursday against the Marlins. He did not factor into the decision.

Impact Thompson surrendered half of his hits and his only earned run in the fifth inning. He otherwise limited the Marlins primarily on the basis of 11 groundouts, though he did also generate 13 swinging strikes on 100 total pitches. Perhaps most encouraging, Thursday's effort was the first time Thompson completed six innings since May 14 -- a span of eight starts. He now owns a 4.09 ERA and 49:30 K:BB across 70.1 innings on the season.

JULY 15, 2022 • ROTOWIRE