Blue Jays Trade Joey Loperfido to Astros for Outfielder Jesus Sanchez
The Toronto Blue Jays have traded Joey Loperfido to the Houston Astros in exchange for outfielder Jesús Sánchez. This trade, announced on a Friday, reflects both teams’ strategic directions as they prepare for upcoming seasons.
Player Backgrounds
Jesús Sánchez
Jesús Sánchez joins the Blue Jays after a productive 2023 season. He participated in 134 games, splitting his time between the Miami Marlins and the Astros. In that span, Sánchez achieved:
- 14 home runs
- 48 RBI
- 13 stolen bases
He posted a batting line of .237/.304/.395. Sánchez began his professional career in 2014 when he was signed as an international free agent by the Tampa Bay Rays.
Joey Loperfido
Joey Loperfido, the player heading to Houston, significantly contributed to the Blue Jays. Over the first half of the 2025 season, he played in 41 major league games, batting .333 with an OPS of .879. In minor league action, he recorded a .742 OPS in 91 games.
Loperfido is a left-handed hitter, standing six feet two inches tall. Selected in the seventh round of the 2021 MLB Draft, he has appeared in a total of 122 MLB games during his career.
Transaction Significance
This trade represents a shift for both teams. Toronto aims to bolster their lineup with Sánchez’s experience and offensive potential, while Houston adds depth by acquiring Loperfido. Each player’s progress will be closely monitored as they transition to their new teams.
