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Blue Jays Rookie Trey Yesavage Starts Season on Injured List

3/21/2026

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Summary

Yesavage Shoulder Setback

Toronto Blue Jays rookie Trey Yesavage will begin the 2026 season on the injured list with a right shoulder impingement, confirmed by Manager John Schneider.
He reported the issue at camp and has not faced live batters in spring training.
In 2025, Yesavage went 1-0 with a 3.21 ERA in three regular-season starts and a 3.58 ERA in six playoff appearances.

History

Historical Context

In 2015, Major League Baseball reported that 30% of players experienced performance-impacting injuries, a trend linked to the increasing prevalence of ulnar collateral ligament (UCL) injuries among pitchers. The rise in injuries, particularly among young players, has prompted organizations like USA Baseball to implement programs aimed at reducing elbow injuries, highlighting the need for improved training and recovery practices in the sport.

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Yesavage Shoulder Setback

Toronto Blue Jays rookie Trey Yesavage will begin the 2026 season on the injured list with a right shoulder impingement, confirmed by Manager John Schneider.
He reported the issue at camp and has not faced live batters in spring training.
In 2025, Yesavage went 1-0 with a 3.21 ERA in three regular-season starts and a 3.58 ERA in six playoff appearances.

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