The 2026 MLB Trade Deadline is in full swing with the deadline just hours away. We had another big move with the Blue Jays receiving Jose Soriano from the Los Angeles Angels for high-end shortstop prospect Arjun Nimmala, outfielder Eddie Micheletti, and right-handed pitcher Angel Rivero. This was a blockbuster deal for a strong starting pitcher under team control through the 2028 season.
The Angels will receive top shortstop prospect Arjun Nimmala, outfielder Eddie Micheletti and right-hander Angel Rivero from the Blue Jays for Jose Soriano, sources tell ESPN.— Jeff Passan (@JeffPassan) August 3, 2026Nimmala was the key piece heading back to Los Angeles. He was one of the Blue Jays top prospects, and now he is a top two prospect for the Angels. Los Angeles is banking on him being a difference maker in future, potentially as soon as next season.
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SP Jose Soriano, Toronto Blue Jays
This is a big pickup for the Blue Jays, and it comes right after they off-loaded Kevin Gausman to the Chicago Cubs. The Blue Jays are currently in last place in the AL East, so they aren't going anywhere this season, but Soriano will be a key starter for them over the next two seasons.
