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In 2026, Lauer was involved in arbitration with the Toronto Blue Jays, with reports noting the hearing occurred in early February and a decision expected thereafter. This situation is part of his ongoing contract discussions for the 2026 season.[2][9]
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By mid-May 2026, FOX Sports summarized that Lauer had moved to a bullpen role for the Blue Jays, as the team reshuffled rotation spots to accommodate other returning pitchers, and his season stats at that point included a higher ERA and WHIP than in prior years.[3]
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A historical note: Lauer has been with multiple organizations, including a stint in 2024–2025 where he progressed through minor-league assignments and later appeared in the majors with different clubs. This context helps explain the arbitration and role changes observed in 2026.[4][6]
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