The Toronto Blue Jays officially ended Chad Green’s time with the team as part of a series of roster adjustments made between games on Tuesday, July 29, 2025. Alongside designating Green for assignment, the Blue Jays acquired relief pitcher Seranthony Domínguez, activated right-handed pitcher Paxton Schultz from the injured list, and optioned left-handed pitcher Easton Lucas to Triple-A.
These moves signal a fresh approach to the bullpen after Green’s recent performance challenges.
Green’s Shifting Performance Timeline with Toronto
Chad Green’s Blue Jays tenure was marked by highs and lows since the team‘s decision to sign him following Tommy John surgery. In late 2023, Green returned in time for the playoff push, delivering mixed results over 12 innings with a 5.25 ERA. His strikeout rate was notable at 30.8%, though control issues were apparent with a walk rate of 7.7%. Two poor outings largely influenced his overall statistics in that period.
Green’s peak season for Toronto came in 2024. Despite the Blue Jays finishing below .500 with a 74-88 record, Green posted a solid 3.21 ERA and maintained a strikeout rate near 22% over 42.2 innings. By the 2024 trade deadline, he was pitching exceptionally well, carrying a 1.62 ERA and showcasing strong strikeout numbers. Still, the Blue Jays did not trade him during their midseason sell-off, a decision that raised questions as his performance declined later that year.
Struggles Mount During 2025 Season
This season has proven difficult for Green, who, at 34 years old, carries a 5.56 ERA and a 6.68 FIP through 43.2 innings pitched. He allowed 14 home runs, the highest total among all major league relievers. After a brief stretch from June 18 to July 12, where he recorded just one earned run in nearly 11 innings, his form collapsed. In his last 3.2 innings before being designated for assignment, he conceded 11 home runs, underscoring his struggles.
Financially, Green is earning $10.5 million this year, which the Blue Jays will likely have to pay unless another team claims him on waivers or negotiates a trade, though that appears improbable given his recent performance trend.
Future Prospects Despite Recent Setbacks
Green’s lengthy major league experience and past successes are expected to help him attract interest quickly from other clubs. Even with inconsistent output during his Blue Jays tenure, his track record as a reliever gives him value on the open market. For Toronto, moving on from Green marks a clear shift toward restructuring their bullpen amid ongoing performance issues.
“ROSTER MOVES:
RHP Seranthony Domínguez has reported to the team and will be active tonight
RHP Chad Green designated for assignment
RHP Paxton Schultz reinstated from 15-day IL and will be active tonight
LHP Easton Lucas optioned to Triple-A pic.twitter.com/s3cIUWU0Uo”
— Toronto Blue Jays (@BlueJays) July 29, 2025