The Toronto Blue Jays trade left-handed reliever Adam Macko to the Texas Rangers in exchange for utility infielder Josh Smith and the prospect Josh Stephan, according to multiple reports. The clubs complete the deal after initial reporting by outlets including the Dallas Morning News.
Macko, 28, is described as splitting time during the 2026 season between Texas and the Rangers’ triple-A affiliate in Round Rock, with reports noting his major-league appearances for Toronto this year. One report says he posts a 4.91 ERA with 23 strikeouts in 22 games for the Blue Jays.
Stephan is characterized as a minor-league right-hander included in the return package. Smith is described as a utilityman/infielder.
One outlet also notes Macko’s background, including that he is Slovakian-Canadian and is referenced as the first Slovak player in MLB since Elmer Valo’s retirement in 1961. The overall agreement centers on Macko moving to Texas while Toronto receives Smith and Stephan.
