Blue Jays Connected To Several Starters, Relievers As We Approach MLB Trade Deadline

In Jim Bowden's latest roundup of all 30 MLB teams and where they stand 10 days from the MLB trade deadline, he mentions that the Blue Jays have been connected to several Pirates pitchers and a pair of Diamondbacks pitchers.

The Pirates mentioned are Mitch Keller, Dennis Santana, and David Bednar.

The Diamondbacks mentioned are Zac Gallen and Merrill Kelly.

Additionally, in a Blue Jays trade deadline roundup from Mitch Bannon (also of The Athletic), it's highlighted that as the middle of the American League Central stumbles out of playoff contention, it could be a boon for Toronto. In particular, the Guardians and Twins have a bevy of upside, high-impact arms that any contender could slot into a closer's role.

The Blue Jays have the 26th-ranked FIP in baseball at 4.57. They have ninth-ranked bullpen FIP at 3.79.