Free agent pitcher Ubaldo Jimenez was regarded as one of the best pitchers in baseball following the 2010 season. He struggled mightily between 2011 and 2012 and many had written him off for the 2013 season.
Instead, he went 13-9 with a 3.30 ERA, 194 strikeouts, and 1.33 WHIP.
He could not have put himself in a better position to cash in this offseason in a market that is not deep in terms of starting pitching but the demand is there. His proven his durability and ability to rack up strikeouts make him even more valuable, and teams like the Blue Jays have taken notice.
The Blue Jays hoped to get something else out of Josh Johnson, but now that he hit the open market they are looking for someone that is for real. Not only would Jimenez anchor that rotation, but he would be pitching in a pitcher-friendly ballpark most of the time.
The Twins, Rockies, Cubs, and Mets could all take a look at the talented right-hander, who is probably looking at a four- to five-year deal in the range of $15 million annually.
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