The Blue Jays have released infielder Rodolfo Castro from his minor league contract, allowing him to pursue an opportunity with the Nippon-Ham Fighters in Japan. Recently signed by Toronto, Castro opted for a guaranteed salary instead of competing for a spot in a crowded infield. He has played four MLB seasons, primarily with the Pirates, and spent the 2025 season at Triple-A Lehigh Valley, hitting .235 with 19 home runs. Castro suffered a thumb injury in 2024 and was later dropped from the Phillies’ 40-man roster.
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