But Axford’s comeback came to an abrupt halt this week, in his first appearance with the Milwaukee Brewers, when he sustained major structural damage to his right elbow. Canada came up short in its quest but Axford felt so good that he decided to keep pitching. Axford wasn’t a charity case. Milwaukee came calling and the Jays were more than willing to facilitate a deal, asking for just $1 in return. “We were definitely following him,” said Jays manager Charlie Montoyo, whose path crossed with Axford in spring training of 2019.

Source: thestar August 06, 2021 13:53 UTC