Gleyber Torres Draws Interest from Angels and Blue Jays

Free-agent second baseman Gleyber Torres is attracting interest from several teams, including the Angels and Blue Jays, according to MLB Network.

Torres, 27, had a solid season with the Yankees, posting a .257/.330/.378 slash line (101 OPS+) with 26 doubles, 15 homers, 63 RBIs, 80 runs, and 1.8 WAR. Throughout his career, Torres has demonstrated significant power, hitting at least 24 homers in a season four times, including an impressive 38-homer campaign in 2019. While his power numbers dipped last year, he showed marked improvement as the season progressed.


In August, Torres hit .276/.363/.357, followed by an impressive .333/.387/.472 in September. His strong finish earned him the role of leadoff hitter for the Yankees during the playoffs, where he got on base multiple times in nine of the Yankees' 14 playoff games.


The Angels and Blue Jays, among other teams, are now eyeing Torres as a potential addition to bolster their rosters. Torres' blend of power, batting skill, and playoff experience makes him a valuable asset for any team looking to enhance their infield and offensive lineup.