Summary
The Toronto Blue Jays announced changes to their player roster for the American League Division Series against the New York Yankees. Notably, Bo Bichette and Max Scherzer are absent from the lineup due to injuries and performance, respectively. Additional players, Chris Bassitt and José Berríos, are also missing because of injuries.
Key Facts
- Bo Bichette is not on the roster due to a knee injury and is a free agent at the season's end.
- Max Scherzer was left off the roster due to his recent poor pitching performance.
- Chris Bassitt is absent because of a back injury sustained in September.
- José Berríos is also missing due to elbow inflammation.
- Blue Jays' starting pitcher options include Kevin Gausman, Shane Bieber, and rookie Trey Yesavage.
- The Blue Jays face the New York Yankees in a best-of-five series.