CLEARWATER, Fla. -- Aaron Loup's left forearm injury has opened the door for veteran reliever Randy Choate to potentially continue his 15-year career in the big leagues.
Choate officially signed a Minor League deal with an invitation to Spring Training on Friday, and he reported to camp the following day. There was no guarantee the 40-year-old would receive another opportunity in the Majors, but when the Blue Jays reached out Choate was more than willing to answer the phone.
Choate doesn't have a guaranteed spot on the team, but he immediately becomes the favourite to win a spot in Toronto's bullpen.