Scouting Report: Eric Lauer
Toronto Blue Jays | SP
Overall
Summary
Eric Lauer, 30-year-old left-hander, has experienced a dramatic decline in 2026 after a strong 2025 season with the Blue Jays (3.18 ERA, 134 ERA+). Starting the 2026 season 1-5 with a 6.69 ERA and 1.49 WHIP across 36.1 innings in 8 appearances (6 starts), Lauer was designated for assignment by Toronto in mid-May. Key issues include reduced fastball velocity (90.4 mph vs 91.7 mph in 2025), decreased stuff grades, and struggles with early-inning performance. He allowed 11 home runs in his first 8 outings. After being DFA'd, Lauer was acquired by the Los Angeles Dodgers for cash considerations and is expected to join their rotation as a starter in a six-man rotation. The trade details revealed Toronto will subsidize much of his $4.4 million salary.
Strengths
- Strong 2025 season performance (3.18 ERA, 134 ERA+, 1.108 WHIP)
- Excellent postseason performance in 2025 World Series (3.12 ERA in 5 appearances)
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