Blue Jays Sign 2-Time All-Star Pitcher to $1 Million Deal

36-year-old Patrick Corbin joins Toronto on one-year contract.

Apr. 3, 2026 at 10:40pm

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The Toronto Blue Jays have signed veteran left-handed pitcher Patrick Corbin to a one-year, $1 million contract. Corbin, a two-time MLB All-Star and World Series champion, will report to the team's spring training facility in Dunedin, Florida.

Why it matters

Despite being past his prime, Corbin brings valuable experience and depth to the Blue Jays' pitching staff, which has dealt with early-season injuries. The low-risk, one-year deal gives Toronto an opportunity to see if Corbin can still contribute at the major league level.

The details

Corbin, 36, has won 110 games in his 12-year MLB career with a 4.51 ERA. He was originally drafted by the Los Angeles Angels in 2009 and has also pitched for the Arizona Diamondbacks, Washington Nationals, and Texas Rangers. Last season with the Rangers, Corbin made 31 appearances (30 starts) and posted a 4.40 ERA.

  • The Blue Jays announced Corbin's signing on Friday, April 3, 2026.
  • Corbin will report to the team's spring training facility in Dunedin, Florida.

The players

Patrick Corbin

A 36-year-old left-handed pitcher who is a two-time MLB All-Star and World Series champion, signing a one-year, $1 million contract with the Toronto Blue Jays.

Toronto Blue Jays

A professional baseball team based in Toronto, Ontario, Canada, that plays in the American League East division of Major League Baseball.

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What’s next

Corbin will need to go through spring training with the Blue Jays to determine his role and readiness for the upcoming season.

The takeaway

This low-risk signing of a veteran pitcher with a proven track record could pay dividends for the Blue Jays if Corbin can recapture some of his past success and provide reliable innings for the team.