The Toronto Blue Jays are facing a major setback as their star pitcher, Alek Manoah, is set to undergo reconstructive surgery on his right elbow. The decision to proceed with the surgery was made after Dr. Keith Meister examined Manoah and discovered the extent of the injury. It remains uncertain whether Manoah will undergo a full Tommy John ligament replacement or a procedure to place an internal brace into the elbow joint, depending on the condition of his ulnar collateral ligament.
Manoah, who has been sidelined since May 30 with a sprained pitching elbow, had been a key player for the Blue Jays, boasting a 3.70 ERA over five starts this season. With his absence, manager John Schneider is now faced with the challenge of filling the void in the team’s rotation. Right-hander Yariel Rodríguez is being considered as a potential replacement, with hopes of him building up his pitch count in Triple-A Buffalo and potentially rejoining Toronto’s rotation.
In light of Manoah’s injury, the Toronto Blue Jays had to make some tough decisions regarding their roster. Cavan Biggio, who has struggled this season, was designated for assignment, making way for infielder Spencer Horwitz to be recalled from Triple-A. Biggio, at just .200 with two home runs and nine RBIs, was seen as a liability for the team, prompting the front office to make the move in hopes of improving the team’s performance.
Road to Recovery: What Lies Ahead for the Blue Jays
Despite the setbacks faced by the Toronto Blue Jays, the team is determined to push forward and overcome the challenges that come their way. With Manoah out for the season, the team will need to rely on other pitchers to step up and fill the void left by their ace. As Schneider navigates through the uncertainties of the roster and player movements, the hope remains that the Blue Jays can rally together and continue to compete at the highest level in the league.
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