Jarrod Dyson
OF FA
Tue 8/31/21 9:27 AM

Dyson went 1-for-2 with a walk and two stolen bases in Monday's 7-3 win over the Orioles.
EDGE Analysis
Getting the start in center field and batting ninth for his new club, Dyson did what he does best, swiping second and third in the third inning with two outs. The 37-year-old likely won't see much playing time in Toronto, especially with George Springer back in action, but Dyson still has the speed to make an impact when he does find himself in the lineup -- he's stolen 10 bases this season in only 136 plate appearances, the 10th time in his career he's reached double-digit thefts.

Jarrod Dyson
OF FA
Sun 8/29/21 1:17 PM

The Blue Jays activated Dyson ahead of Sunday's game against the Tigers.
EDGE Analysis
Toronto claimed Dyson off waivers from Kansas City on Friday, but his status was in limbo the past two days while the Blue Jays delayed making a corresponding transaction to open up a spot for him on the 26-man active roster. With the Blue Jays moving infielder Santiago Espinal (hip) to the 10-day injured list ahead of Sunday's series finale, Dyson is now eligible to make his Toronto debut. He'll likely serve as a fourth or fifth outfield for the Blue Jays for the final month of the season, making most of his impact as a pinch runner off the bench or as a late-inning defensive replacement.

Jarrod Dyson
OF FA
Fri 8/27/21 1:49 PM

Dyson was claimed off waivers by the Blue Jays on Friday, Robert Murray of FanSided.com reports.
EDGE Analysis
Dyson will get to play for a contender down the stretch, though whether the Blue Jays still count in that category following their recent slide is debatable. He'll give the team extra depth in center field and provides speed off the bench, but George Springer is nearing a return from a knee injury, so he's unlikely to earn regular at-bats. Even if injuries open up unexpected playing time, his .214/.290/.292 slash line over the last four years combined makes him an unappealing fantasy option for anyone who isn't desperate for steals.

Jarrod Dyson
OF FA
Wed 8/25/21 2:44 AM

Dyson went 0-for-2 with a walk and a stolen base in Tuesday's 4-0 loss to Houston.
EDGE Analysis
The outfielder worked the back half of a double-steal with Michael Taylor in the third inning. Dyson started in right field Tuesday as part of the ripple effect from Carlos Santana (hip) being out of the lineup. Through 130 plate appearances, Dyson is 8-for-11 in stolen base attempts while adding 10 RBI and 13 runs scored.

Jarrod Dyson
OF FA
Fri 8/20/21 12:56 AM

Dyson went 1-for-4 in Thursday's 6-3 extra-inning loss to Houston.
EDGE Analysis
While not particularly notable alone, Dyson's single Thursday ended an 0-for-16 skid at the plate dating back to July 31. The outfielder continues to see highly limited playing time, drawing just 126 plate appearances in 71 contests. He's added seven stolen bases, nine RBI, 13 runs scored and a pair of doubles.

Jarrod Dyson
OF FA
Sun 8/1/21 10:46 AM

Dyson is out of the lineup for Sunday's game against the Blue Jays.
EDGE Analysis
Following Jorge Soler's trade to Atlanta, Dyson started in right field in both of the Royals' past two games, going 2-for-6 with a double and a run scored between the contests. While the trade of Soler is a net positive for Dyson's playing-time outlook, the 45-58 Royals aren't likely to hand an everyday role to a 36-year-old journeyman on an expiring deal. Instead, 25-year-old Edward Olivares -- who was called up from Triple-A Omaha on Saturday and will start Sunday -- is a likelier candidate than Dyson to serve as Soler's primary replacement.

Jarrod Dyson
OF FA
Fri 7/30/21 7:13 PM

Dyson is starting Friday's game against the Blue Jays.
EDGE Analysis
Dyson had been on the bench for each of the last three games, but he could see an uptick in playing time after Jorge Soler was traded to Atlanta on Friday. He's hitting .237 with eight extra-base hits, 10 runs, eight RBI and seven stolen bases in 62 games this season.

Jarrod Dyson
OF FA
Wed 7/21/21 12:46 AM

Dyson stole a base as a pinch runner on Tuesday's 5-2 win over Milwaukee.
EDGE Analysis
The 36-year-old outfielder continues to serve in a bench role, but he's now provided seven stolen bases this season. Dyson has a lackluster .241/.284/.349 slash line with seven RBI, nine runs scored and a pair of triples through 90 plate appearances. It's unlikely he'll be counted on in even a platoon role.

Jarrod Dyson
OF FA
Sun 7/4/21 11:11 PM

Dyson went 2-for-4 with two RBI in Sunday's 6-2 loss to Minnesota.
EDGE Analysis
The outfielder prevented Kansas City from being shut out with his two-RBI single in the ninth inning. Playing time remains scarce for Dyson, who is slashing .250/.296/.355 with seven RBI, nine runs scored and six stolen bases through 83 plate appearances. He occasionally spells Michael Taylor in center field, but more often serves as a depth option.

Jarrod Dyson
OF FA
Fri 6/18/21 3:10 PM

Dyson is not in the starting lineup Friday against the Red Sox.
EDGE Analysis
With Andrew Benintendi (ribs) landing on the injured list Monday, it seemed possible that Dyson would see an increased role in the Royals' outfield. However, that has not been the case to this point, with Tuesday's game against the Tigers marking Dyson's only start of the week so far.