Roberto Hernandez: Signs minor-league deal with Toronto

Hernandez signed a minor-league deal with the Blue Jays on Friday, MLB.com's Gregor Chisholm reports.

The 35-year-old righty posted a 4.36 ERA in 84.2 innings for the Astros last year, although he managed a 1.45 ERA in 18.2 innings of relief, so that might be an indicator on how the Jays plan to use him. As a starter he offers little upside, and as a reliever he would likely be used in low-leverage spots.