Summary
The Toronto Blue Jays are facing several injuries in their starting rotation as the new season begins. Trey Yesavage, José Berríos, and Shane Bieber are starting the season on the injured list, allowing Eric Lauer an opportunity to join the rotation.
Key Facts
- Trey Yesavage has a right shoulder injury and will start the season on the injured list.
- José Berríos has a stress fracture in his hand and is also on the injured list.
- Shane Bieber, another key pitcher, will not start the season due to an injury.
- Eric Lauer is likely to join the Blue Jays' starting rotation.
- Lauer had a 3.77 ERA last season with the Blue Jays.
- The Blue Jays signed Dylan Cease and Cody Ponce, and re-signed Max Scherzer and Shane Bieber before the injuries occurred.
- Injuries have reduced the Blue Jays' pitching depth that seemed strong before spring training.
