THE STORY
On August 21, 2008, the Pittsburgh Pirates traded third baseman José Bautista to the Toronto Blue Jays for a player to be named later. The Blue Jays needed a third baseman due to an injury to Scott Rolen. Bautista batted.214 with three home runs and 10 RBIs in 21 games for Toronto after the trade.
TEAMS / PEOPLE:
Pittsburgh Pirates, Toronto Blue Jays
WHY IT MATTERS
This trade is notable as it involved José Bautista, who later became a key player for the Blue Jays, leading the team to significant success in subsequent seasons.