Blue Jays’ Former Starter Leaves MLB After Injury Setbacks
Spencer Turnbull, a former pitcher for the Toronto Blue Jays, has left Major League Baseball to continue his career in the Mexican Northern League. His departure follows a series of injury setbacks that hindered his performance over the years. Turnbull's last major league appearance was with the Blue Jays, where he struggled with a high ERA before being released.
- ▪Spencer Turnbull has signed with the Cerveceros de Tecate in the Mexican Northern League.
- ▪He had a disappointing tenure with the Blue Jays, posting a 7.11 ERA in his final season.
- ▪Turnbull's career was significantly impacted by injuries, including a forearm strain that required Tommy John surgery.
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BusinessSportsMoneyBlue Jays’ Former Starter Leaves MLB After Injury SetbacksByPeter Chawaga,Contributor.Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. Peter Chawaga is a writer and editor covering Major League Baseball.Follow AuthorMay 27, 2026, 07:00am EDTTORONTO, CANADA - JULY 18: The front logo decal on the batting helmet of Jose Reyes #7 of the Toronto Blue Jays before the start of MLB game action against the Texas Rangers on July 18, 2014 at Rogers Centre in Toronto, Ontario, Canada.
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