Summary
The Toronto Blue Jays are facing challenges with their starting pitchers due to injuries, including a new one to Cody Ponce. The team is considering internal options from their current roster to fill the gaps temporarily while they await the return of injured players.
Key Facts
- Pitcher Cody Ponce of the Toronto Blue Jays has a right ACL sprain, adding to the team's injury list.
- Other injured pitchers include Trey Yesavage, José Berríos, and Shane Bieber.
- Toronto had eight pitchers competing for spots in spring training.
- The Blue Jays are looking at internal replacement options rather than new signings.
- Adam Macko and Lazaro Estrada, both in Triple-A, are potential temporary replacements.
- Chase Lee, another Triple-A pitcher, is available for consideration.
- The team hopes to manage until mid-April for the potential return of Yesavage or Berríos.