Blue Jays Castoff, St Louis Native Joins Cardinals After 1-Day Stint

BusinessSportsMoneyBlue Jays Castoff, St Louis Native Joins Cardinals After 1-Day StintByPeter Chawaga,Contributor.Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. Peter Chawaga is a writer and editor covering Major League Baseball.Follow AuthorAug 21, 2026, 06:00am EDT--:-- / --:--This voice experience is generated by AI. Learn more.This voice experience is generated by AI. Learn more.SummaryVeteran pitcher Josh Fleming, following a remarkably brief and disappointing stint with the Toronto Blue Jays where he allowed four runs in just three innings before being designated for assignment, has found a new home. He recently signed a minor league deal with the St. Louis Cardinals, marking a significant hometown reunion for the St. Louis area native. Fleming, who was recently released by the Chicago Cubs' minor league system, brings considerable major league experience, having pitched over 250 innings across six seasons. Despite his quick exit from Toronto, he boasts a strong 3.16 ERA in Triple-A this season. This signing provides the Cardinals with valuable pitching depth, and adds a personal connection as team president Chaim Bloom previously drafted Fleming.Show More CHICAGO, ILLINOIS - APRIL 03: A ball bag with the Toronto Blue Jays logo is seen prior to the game against the Chicago White Sox during the home opening day at Rate Field on April 03, 2026 in Chicago, Illinois. (Photo by Justin Casterline/Getty Images)Getty ImagesThe Toronto Blue Jays have shuffled through a number of veteran pitchers this season, but one long-time big leaguer saw a remarkably brief stint with the team before he was cut.And now that player has earned a hometown reunion as he looks to get his career back on track following a harsh tenure with the Blue Jays.ForbesCardinals Reunite With Outfield Veteran After Joshua Baez UpdateBy Peter ChawagaSt Louis Cardinals Add Hometown MLB Veteran After Quick Toronto Blue Jays CutThe Blue Jays’ decision to move on from Josh Fle...