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On Tuesday, the Toronto Blue Jays shocked the baseball world by acquiring Gold Glove second baseman Andres Gimenez from the Cleveland Guardians. It was an “out of the blue” deal that saw the Jays give up talented infielder Spencer Horwitz.

As it turned out, Horwitz wasn’t in Cleveland for long, as he was once again sent to the Pittsburgh Pirates in a three-player package.

The 27-year-old Horwitz spent parts of two seasons with the Blue Jays and solidified himself in 2024. In 97 games, he hit .265 with a .357 on-base percentage. He will get a chance to start at first base for Pittsburgh.

Pirates GM Ben Cherington had this to say about Horwitz:

“Spencer has been a consistently strong offensive player throughout his professional career, including his first extensive Major League experience this season,” said Pirates General Manager Ben Cherington. “As a left-handed first baseman with on-base ability, we think he will be a good fit for our lineup and team.”

The whole move is curious for the Jays, considering Gimenez is on his contract with over $100 million left and Horwitz gets several more seasons of affordable team control, but here we are.

Hopefully, the willingness to take on payroll and acquire a player with a reputation seems like a good thing for Vladimir Guerrero Jr. After striking out Juan Soto, the Jays need to do something to get his attention as they try to sign him to a long-term contract. in the following year.

The Blue jays went 74-88 this season and finished last in the American League East.

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