Adam Macko dealt to Texas Rangers in trade for Josh Smith

On the MLB trade‑deadline day, the Toronto Blue Jays sent left‑handed reliever Adam Macko to the Texas Rangers in exchange for utility infielder Josh Smith and right‑handed pitcher Josh Stephan. Macko, a 25‑year‑old born in Bratislava and the first Slovak‑born player to appear in the major leagues, posted a 4.91 ERA with 23 strikeouts in 22 innings for Toronto before the move. The Rangers, who were leading the AL West at the time, added Macko to their bullpen while the Blue Jays received a versatile infielder and a fresh arm for their Triple‑A roster. The trade was confirmed by both clubs and reported by the Dallas Morning News.

The transaction reflects the Rangers' decision to stay the course rather than overhaul their roster, despite recent setbacks that dropped them a few games behind in the division. Toronto, meanwhile, continues to shuffle prospects as part of its rebuilding strategy.