Former Toronto Blue Jay is getting his World Series ring no matter who wins

A former Toronto Blue Jays pitcher was likely quite happy to see the Canadian club punch their ticket to the World Series on Monday night.

With the Jays advancing to face the LA Dodgers for a chance to win the Commissioner's Trophy, veteran pitcher Jose Urena is guaranteed to get a World Series ring either way.

Urena, 34, tied an MLB record in 2025 by playing for five different franchises in the New York Mets, Blue Jays, Dodgers, Minnesota Twins, and the Los Angeles Angels.

Urena's stint with the Blue Jays was a short one, as he was signed to a one-year deal in May after being released by the Mets. He appeared in just six games with the Jays, where he recorded a 3.65 ERA in 12.1 innings.

The Jays wound up designating Urena for assignment in late May, and he became a free agent in early June. Immediately afterward, he signed a deal with the Dodgers.

Urena's time with the Dodgers was even shorter than his time in Toronto. He made just two appearances, posting a 3.00 ERA through four innings before once again being designated for assignment and electing free agency.

Despite playing such a minimal role for both ball clubs, seeing the Jays and Dodgers both advance to the World Series guarantees Urena a World Series ring, which will mark the first of his career.

Interestingly enough, Urena isn't the only player who finds himself in this situation.

Buddy Kennedy, who appeared in two games with the Blue Jays in August and remains a part of the organization, will also receive a World Series ring regardless of who wins.

The 27-year-old infielder was picked up off waivers by the Dodgers after being DFA'd by the Blue Jays, and went on to play in seven games. Once again, he was DFA'd before electing free agency and rejoining the Jays organization.

The World Series is set to begin on Friday, with the first two games being played at Rogers Centre. It's unclear as to what the pitching rotation will look like for either team, though it does sound like Bo Bichette is healthy and will be on the Jays roster for the first time this postseason.