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MLB·TRANSACTION·June 18, 2026 01:21 PM ET

Blue Jays trade Tyler Heineman to Angels for cash considerations

Angels add catching depth.

Wire Report IntelligenceUpdated Jun 181 min read
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What happened: The Blue Jays traded catcher Tyler Heineman to the Angels for cash considerations, according to the source signal. The move sends Heineman out of Toronto's organization as Los Angeles adds another catching option.

Why it matters: For Toronto, the cash deal clears a roster piece while the club continues its series in Boston with the Toronto Blue Jays lead the series 2-0. For the Angels, the move is a low-cost depth addition rather than a headline roster shakeup.

By the numbers: Toronto is 36-38 this season, while Boston is 29-42. Toronto Blue Jays lead the series 2-0.

What to watch: Watch for the Angels' corresponding roster assignment and whether Heineman reports to the major league club or organizational depth. Toronto's next roster move will show how it plans to

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