Casey Janssen signs with the Monclova Steelers of the MBL

Former major-league right-hander Casey Janssen has decided to take his talents to the Mexican Baseball League, agreeing to a deal with Acereros de Monclova (the Monclova Steelers), the team announced.

The 35-year-old hasn't pitched in the majors since 2015 when he was a member of the Washington Nationals. Last season he appeared in 14 minor-league games pitching in the Boston Red Sox' system, pitching to a 2.87 ERA with four walks and 12 strikeouts.

Janssen has played nine years in the majors with his most successful stint coming as a member of the Toronto Blue Jays. The right-hander converted to a reliever in 2010 and had an immediate impact pitching in the Blue Jays' bullpen, eventually becoming their closer. He performed to a 19-7 record, amassing 86 saves and a 2.99 ERA from 2010-14.