UPDATE: The Toronto Blue Jays have placed right-hander Jose Berrios on the 15-day injured list due to elbow inflammation, marking the first time in his major league career he faces this setback. This urgent development comes as the struggling Blue Jays have lost six of their last seven games and now find themselves tied with the New York Yankees at the top of the AL East.
Berrios has been dealing with his elbow issue for some time, according to manager John Schneider. The team is feeling the pressure, having scored one run or fewer in all six of their recent defeats. As they gear up for their game against the Boston Red Sox on Thursday, the Blue Jays have promoted right-hander Paxton Schultz from Triple-A Buffalo to fill Berrios’ spot in the rotation.
This season has been challenging for Berrios, who has not secured a win since August 12 against the Cubs. His performance has dipped significantly, with a troubling 6.75 ERA in his four September appearances. His last outing included a disheartening two innings of relief against the Red Sox during a 7-1 loss on Wednesday.
Berrios will finish the season with 30 starts, ending a streak of at least 32 starts in six consecutive full seasons dating back to 2018. In the pandemic-shortened 2020 season, he managed just 12 starts.
This injury adds to the mounting pressure on the Blue Jays as they aim for a Wild Card spot. With the postseason looming, every game counts, and Berrios’ absence could be a significant blow to the team’s chances. Fans and analysts alike will be closely watching how the Blue Jays adjust in his absence and whether they can reclaim their footing in the tightly contested AL East.
As the situation develops, all eyes will be on Toronto to see how they navigate this critical juncture in their season.
