Andrew Albers is headed back to MLB after a rough 2014 season in Korea, signing a minor-league deal with the Blue Jays that includes an invitation to spring training.
Albers debuted for the Twins in 2013 and held his own in 10 starts as a 27-year-old rookie, but with an Opening Day roster spot looking like a long shot for 2014 he agreed to be sold to the Hanwha Eagles in Korea.
He struggled there, going 6-13 with a 5.89 ERA in a very hitter-friendly environment. Albers throws strikes and had lots of success in the minors, but the left-hander’s low-velocity approach means he’ll have to really impress to get back to the big leagues.
