Former Blue Jays closer gets another kick at the can with the Colorado Rockies organization

Sometimes when your MLB career appears to be on a downward spiral, you just need that one more chance to show everyone that you still have something to offer to be a contributor in the league.

For former Toronto Blue Jays closer Jordan Romano, he just landed that exact opportunity with the Colorado Rockies after signing a minor league deal with the organization on Tuesday. Romano had been previously designated for assignment and released by the Los Angeles Angels in late April after a forgettable start to his 2026 campaign with his new ballclub.

Former Blue Jays standout reliever Jordan Romano finds new home with the Rockies

It has been a rough go for the former Blue Jays star closer ever since he left Toronto after being non-tendered by the club during the 2024-25 offseason. With the hopes of becoming a difference maker in the league once again, Romano would instead put together a nightmarish season with the Philadelphia Phillies in 2025. In 49 relief appearances, the 33-year-old right-hander would post a 2-4 record with eight saves, and a dismal 8.23 ERA, 1.45 WHIP, yielding 39 earned runs, including 10 home runs, in 42.2 total innings of work. But Romano somehow lasted the whole season with the Phillies despite his disappointing performance.

This year, hoping for a fresh start with the Angels, things didn’t get any better. In fact, it appeared to have gotten a lot worse as Romano would compile an 0-2 record with a frightening 10.13 ERA, 2.13 WHIP, giving up 11 hits and recording six walks and 12 strikeouts in just eight innings pitched over 11 appearances. That underwhelming showing was what led to his eventual departure from Los Angeles.

Romano’s best days came back when he was in a Blue Jays uniform when he was counted upon by Toronto to be their surefire shutdown closer during their journey back into contention status. With over 100 saves successfully converted along with two All-Star appearances with the Jays, those elite days however appear to be long gone for the struggling 33-year-old veteran reliever.

Romano likely doesn’t really care what role he will be given by his new club. But things won’t be getting any easier in Colorado, since it’s known to be a hitter’s haven to play in. Nevertheless, Romano just wants that one last chance to prolong his once-promising career and be a solid major league contributor.

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