The Toronto Blue Jays picked up right-handed pitcher Nick Robertson after he was designated for assignment by the Los Angeles Angels over the weekend. Tuesday, the Jays assigned Robertson to Triple-A BuffaloThe Angels designated Robertson for assignment on Sunday to make room for outfielder Gustavo Campero,

ARLINGTON, Texas — When the Toronto Blue Jays traded Yusei Kikuchi to Houston, it created an opening for Bowden Francis. The right-hander certainly has made the most of the opportunity. Francis is 4-1 with a 1.50 ERA in his last seven starts. He has allowed just 16 hits in 48 innings in the dazzling stretch.