Blue Jays Drop Big Trey Yesavage Update Before Red Sox Game
The Toronto Blue Jays, struggling with a 12-16 record and a recent shutout loss to the Boston Red Sox, have announced that pitcher Trey Yesavage will make his 2026 season debut against Boston after starting the year on the injured list with a shoulder impingement. Yesavage, a top prospect drafted in 2024, showed promise in his 2025 MLB debut and postseason performance, giving the team a needed boost amid injuries and poor form. His return offers both a potential stabilizing effect on the rotation and a psychological lift for the clubhouse. While not an immediate fix, Yesavage's arrival provides a spark of hope for a team underperforming early in the season.
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By Rowan Fisher-ShottonShareNewsweek is a Trust Project memberSee more of our trusted coverage when you search.Prefer Newsweek on Googleto see more of our trusted coverage when you search.The early returns haven’t matched the expectations in Toronto.Through 28 games, the Toronto Blue Jays sit at 12-16, stuck in the crowded basement of the AL East and searching for traction.Monday night only amplified the frustration, as the Boston Red Sox rolled into Rogers Centre and delivered a clean 5-0 shutout, powered by a dominant outing on the mound and a lineup that capitalized on mistakes.
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