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Blue Jays Pitching Prospect Shut Down for One Week: Report

Blue Jays Pitching Prospect Shut Down for One Week: Report

Summary

The Toronto Blue Jays' pitching prospect Ricky Tiedemann has been temporarily sidelined due to left elbow soreness. Despite concerns, initial tests show no structural damage, and the team will monitor his condition cautiously. Tiedemann had recently returned from surgery and aims to make his MLB debut soon.

Key Facts

  • Ricky Tiedemann is a pitching prospect for the Toronto Blue Jays.
  • He is dealing with soreness in his left elbow and has been shut down for at least one week.
  • An MRI revealed no structural issues with his elbow.
  • Tiedemann is recovering from Tommy John surgery, which caused him to miss much of the last two seasons.
  • The Blue Jays are handling Tiedemann's return carefully due to his previous surgery.
  • He was expected to make his Major League Baseball (MLB) debut this season.
  • Tiedemann reached Triple-A Buffalo in 2024, positioning him close to an MLB debut.

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