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Blue Jays outfielder Jesús Sánchez left Sunday’s game with a right wrist contusion after a ball thrown from the outfield seats struck him. The fan believed responsible was identified and removed, X-rays showed no fracture, and Sánchez said it was a misunderstanding about playing catch with fans.
Yankees manager Aaron Boone was ejected after arguing a controversial ruling on Dalton Varsho’s diving catch that negated a hit in a 5-4 win over the Blue Jays; Boone had earlier protested a missed call on Anthony Volpe’s stolen-base attempt, and replay appeared to show Varsho trapped the ball. Boone acknowledged he overreacted; it was his second ejection of the season and 48th of his career.
Blue Jays right-hander Jose Berríos underwent a full Tommy John surgery after a stress fracture was found to have damaged his UCL, meaning he’ll miss the entire 2026 season and likely a significant portion of 2027. The recovery from TJ typically exceeds 14 months, leaving Toronto with rotation gaps and a need to rely on depth options as they plan for 2027.
George Springer left Saturday’s game with a left toe injury, but X-rays showed no new fracture and he’s expected to return Monday in Tampa after a four-hit showing since coming back. Toronto’s injury woes extend to catcher Alejandro Kirk (thumb), Addison Barger (ankles), and Nathan Lukes (hamstring). In other AL East notes, Red Sox pitcher Justin Slaten begins a rehab assignment, Griffin Jax is being stretched back into a starter role for the Rays, and Gavin Lux continues to deal with left ankle stiffness after a shoulder rehab, highlighting the division’s ongoing roster churn.
Three MLB notes: Oakland slugger Brent Rooker will undergo imaging after right flank discomfort, possibly forcing the A's to adjust their lineup; Detroit center fielder Parker Meadows is hospitalized after a collision and is likely headed to the injured list with Wenceel Perez as depth; Patrick Corbin is set to make his season debut for the Toronto Blue Jays against the Minnesota Twins in Toronto.
Toronto Blue Jays manager John Schneider found a handwritten letter from Steve Kerr on his desk the day after Toronto’s Game 7 loss in the 2025 World Series. Kerr, a nine-time NBA champion, commiserated on the pain of defeat while praising the team’s leadership and urging that perseverance, not the loss, define them. Schneider said Kerr’s words align with his offseason message and plans to thank Kerr, using the note to help steer the Jays toward future success rather than dwelling on 2025.
Max Scherzer overcame a stubborn right-thumb issue that threatened his career by turning to piano practice. With doctors offering no surgical fix, he strengthened hand muscles by playing weighted-key pianos learned from YouTube tutorials, starting in a Denver hotel and continuing on road trips. The unusual rehab coincided with a late-season surge that helped him anchor the Blue Jays’ 2025 postseason run, including a pivotal start at Dodger Stadium and a Game 7 in the World Series. He now keeps a piano in play at home and in his routine, convinced the habit keeps him healthy and sharp.
Toronto Blue Jays right-hander Trey Yesavage will begin the 2026 season on the 15-day injured list with a right shoulder impingement, delaying his ramp-up and Opening Day; he’ll throw again March 25 but has no timetable for return. He’s the third Jays starter to start on the IL, leaving a rotation of Gausman, Cease, Ponce, Scherzer and Lauer, and his strong late-season and postseason debut had made him a potential AL Rookie of the Year contender, though the injury clouds that prospect for now as Toronto leans on depth in its rotation.
Blue Jays right-hander José Berríos has a stress fracture in his right elbow and will miss Opening Day. An MRI revealed elbow inflammation during a pre-World Baseball Classic physical, though he’s currently pain-free and will take a few days off from throwing with the hope of pitching again later, timeline TBD. The injury comes as Toronto reshapes its rotation with several acquisitions, leaving the Jays to balance depth while Berríos’s future return remains uncertain.
Blue Jays right-hander José Berríos is visiting a specialist for elbow inflammation detected in a World Baseball Classic physical. An MRI showed no structural damage, but he’ll consult Dr. Keith Meister next Tuesday and won’t throw in the interim. There’s no pain reported, and a quick return is possible, but the situation adds to Toronto’s rotation questions behind Cease, Gausman, Yesavage, Ponce, Scherzer, Lauer, and Bieber’s pending status. If Berríos needs an IL stint to start the season, the Jays’ starting mix could shift further, though they’ll benefit from depth if everyone is healthy.
Spencer Strider showed elite velocity (95-96 mph) and a sharp slider in 2.1 innings as Atlanta beat Toronto 9-5 in spring training, supported by a Dominic Smith first-spring homer, a Austin Riley sac fly, an RBI double by Mauricio Dubón, a Drake Baldwin two-run single, and a three-run double from Tristin English to seal the win, while Chris Sale started and Chipper Jones visited hitters ahead of the next game versus the Twins.
Max Scherzer agreed to a one-year, $3 million contract with the Toronto Blue Jays, including up to $10 million in incentives that start at 65 innings pitched and no-trade protection. The 41-year-old veteran, who helped Toronto reach the World Series last year, posted a 5.19 ERA in 17 regular-season starts in 2025 but a 3.77 ERA across three postseason starts, and his durability remains a factor as the Jays manage rotation depth for 2026.
The Blue Jays are pursuing Cody Bellinger and expect a quick decision as he weighs offers from multiple teams, with the Yankees as a key rival; after Kyle Tucker signed with the Dodgers, Toronto could bolster its outfield without trading prospects, while Mets and Cubs are among other suitors and a decision is imminent.
The New York Mets agreed to a three-year, $126 million contract with Bo Bichette, moving him from shortstop to third base, after missing out on Kyle Tucker. The deal, pending a physical and featuring opt-outs after years 1 and 2 with no deferrals, follows Bichette’s solid 2025 season (.311, 3.5 WAR). The move could reshuffle the Mets’ infield, with Brett Baty potentially seeing more time in left field as Bichette joins a division rival after the Phillies were also in the mix.
Kyle Tucker agreed to a four-year, $240 million contract with the Dodgers, adding a major upgrade in right field and with deferrals that ease luxury-tax impact. The move bolsters LA’s title chances, while complicating the Mets’ offseason by nudging them toward alternative targets (like Bellinger or Bader) and leaving the Blue Jays strong but without Tucker, illustrating that top free-agent outfielders are still willing to consider Toronto. The deal highlights the Dodgers’ financial flexibility and strategic balance between short-term contention and future depth.