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Berríos's Injury: Blue Jays Pitching Rotation Shuffled
19 Mar
Summary
- José Berríos diagnosed with a stress fracture, avoiding surgery for now.
- Kevin Gausman will start Opening Day, with Shane Bieber also key.
- Dylan Cease brings consistent strikeouts to the Blue Jays' rotation.
The Toronto Blue Jays' starting pitching rotation has seen significant changes this offseason, particularly with the recent diagnosis of José Berríos. As of March 19, 2026, Berríos has been informed that he has a stress fracture, a condition that will necessitate time off from throwing but currently does not require surgery. This news impacts the team's pitching plans as they head into the new season.
Kevin Gausman is set to be the Opening Day starter for the Blue Jays at Rogers Centre against the Athletics. He remains a familiar and strong presence in the rotation. Complementing Gausman are recent additions Trey Yesavage and Shane Bieber, who joined the majors late last summer. A key figure expected to anchor the No. 2 spot is Dylan Cease, renowned for his consistent strikeout ability, boasting five consecutive seasons with over 210 strikeouts.
Max Scherzer's recent return to the clubhouse also provides valuable depth, although he is not expected to carry the same workload as Berríos. While the Blue Jays hope for Berríos's swift return, his teammates are deemed capable of maintaining the team's performance in his absence.
