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Blue Jays' Valenzuela Makes MLB Debut With Kirk Injured

Blue Jays catcher Brandon Valenzuela makes his MLB debut with Alejandro Kirk injured and placed on the IL.

Blue Jays catcher Brandon Valenzuela made his MLB debut on Easter Sunday, getting an opportunity due to Alejandro Kirk's injury.

Valenzuela, a 25-year-old from Mexico, was traded from the San Diego Padres to Toronto in exchange for Will Wagner. He made 26 appearances for Triple-A Buffalo after the trade, hitting .207 with three home runs.