One year ago today – the Blue Jays acquire Brad Hand from the Nationals
Similar to the 2022 Blue Jays squad, the 2021 roster needed some additional bullpen support heading into the second half of the season. Ross Atkins and co. had already traded for Adam Cimber and Trevor Richards earlier in the month but were needing a few more established arms in the bullpen and the rotation to help the Jays try and reach the postseason.