Blue Jays claimed RHP Dirk Hayhurst off waivers from the Padres. It's a minor move, of course, but it's still surprising to see Hayhurst get claimed, especially after the 27-year-old had a 9.72 ERA in three starts and seven relief appearances for San Diego. He's worth rooting for, but it's very unlikely that he'll turn into a major league reliever.Related: Padres
News: The Blue Jays designated second baseman Kevin Melillo for assignment and acquired pitcher Dirk Hayhurst off waivers from the Padres. They have 10 days to trade, release or outright Melillo to the minor leagues.
Analysis: Hayhurst could get starts next season for the Blue Jays -- maybe even compete for a rotation spot out of spring training -- but he is nothing more than a high-risk starter for the deepest of AL-only leagues in that event. He is not a top prospect
The Canadian News Wire reports the Toronto Blue Jays claimed San Diego Padres SP Dirk Hayhurst off waivers Monday, Oct. 6.
News: Padres RHP Dirk Hayhurst made his third career start Friday at Washington because Jake Peavy had to attend the birth of his son. He allowed four runs on four hits in 3 1/3 innings, striking out three and walking three in a no decision.
Analysis: Hayhurst had worked out of the bullpen recently and might not even make another start. Don't worry about owning him in Fantasy
Corey Brock, of MLB.com, reports San Diego Padres SP Dirk Hayhurst (0-2, 8.49 ERA) will start Friday, Sept. 19, in place of SP Jake Peavy (personal).
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Numbers in parenthesis for each team indicates total runs scored that game. Numbers next to each pitcher indicates earned runs.
The run differential is based on total runs each team scored when Dirk Hayhurst has a decision. (i.e. win/loss) Similarly, the opposing pitcher listed also received a decision.
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