Summary
Toronto Blue Jays pitcher Cody Ponce may need surgery after injuring his knee during a game. The injury occurred as he tried to field a ball, and the team is awaiting a decision from a well-known surgeon. Ponce's injury adds to the Blue Jays' pitching challenges this season.
Key Facts
- Cody Ponce injured his knee during his first MLB start since 2021.
- He suffered an ACL sprain while fielding a ball.
- Ponce is scheduled to consult with orthopedic surgeon Dr. Neal ElAttrache.
- The Blue Jays have placed Ponce on the 15-day injured list.
- Prior to joining the Blue Jays, Ponce played overseas, including in South Korea.
- The Blue Jays are currently using only four regular starting pitchers due to injuries.
- They called up Lazaro Estrada from their minor league team as a temporary replacement.
- Despite these challenges, the Blue Jays have a 4-2 record at the start of the season.
