Estrada’s focused on playing for Jays as trade deadline approaches; Toronto wins
TORONTO — Marco Estrada won’t think about the possibility of being traded, even as the post-season roster deadline on Aug. 31 approaches.
Estrada allowed three runs over 5 1/3 innings as the Toronto Blue Jays held off the Baltimore Orioles for a 5-3 win on Monday night. The 35-year-old right-handed veteran could be an attractive trade target for a playoff contender as the Blue Jays look to build for the future.
“Listen, right now, I’m a Blue Jay. I’ve said it a million times, I love playing here. This is my main concern,” said Estrada (7-9), who allowed seven hits and struck out four. “If (a trade) happens, then, whoever that move is to then I’ll focus on that.
“Right now I’m here, I’m a Blue Jay, I’m focused on playing here. Plain and simple.”