Summary
The Toronto Blue Jays have changed their team lineup by designating pitcher Ryan Borucki for assignment. This decision makes way for rookie Trey Yesavage, who will be making his major league debut. Yesavage was a first-round pick and has performed well in the minor leagues.
Key Facts
- Trey Yesavage, a rookie and last year's first-round pick, will make his major league debut for the Toronto Blue Jays.
- Ryan Borucki, a veteran pitcher, was designated for assignment to make space for Yesavage.
- Borucki, who spent about four and a half seasons with the Blue Jays initially, rejoined the team in August after being released by the Pittsburgh Pirates.
- In his recent performances, Borucki pitched 4 and 1/3 innings without allowing an earned run, despite allowing seven baserunners.
- Borucki has a combined earned run average (ERA) of 4.63 this season with both the Pirates and Blue Jays.
- Designating Borucki for assignment removes him from the 40-man roster, making him ineligible for the Blue Jays' playoff roster.
- Trey Yesavage impressed in the minor league with 160 strikeouts over 98 innings.
- Players added to the 40-man roster after September 1 cannot participate in postseason games.
