Blue Jays unveil Opening Day roster, add numerous players to IL
Today, the Toronto Blue Jays will be taking on the Tampa Bay Rays in their Opening Day game. Hours before the starting time, the Blue Jays have officially revealed their final roster.
The Opening Day roster is one that fans were pretty well expecting. For instance, on the pitching side of things, Jose Berrios, Chris Bassitt, Bowden Francis, Yusei Kikuchi, and Genesis Cabrera are all here. Additionally, the pitching staff has been elevated with the likes of Wes Parsons making the final roster. Alejandro Kirk and Brian Serven will be the team's catchers.
Kevin Kiermaier, George Springer, and Daulton Varsho will all be in the outfield for today. As for the infielders, there is a large group. This group is of course highlighted by Vladimir Guerrero Jr., Bo Bichette, Justin Turner, and Ernie Clement. It's a solid group that certainly has a chance of repeating some of the regular season success the team saw in 2023.
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Meanwhile, the team has announced its Injured List to start the season. Danny Jansen has a right wrist fracture and is out for 10 days. As for the 15-day IL, the Blue Jays have reported Alek Manoah (right shoulder inflammation), Jordan Romano (right elbow inflammation), and Erik Swanson (right forearm inflammation). The last roster update comes in the form of Yosver Zulueta who will be designated for assignment.
If you plan on watching the game, you will be able to do so as of 4:10 PM Eastern Standard Time. For those in Canada, you will be able to watch the game on Sportsnet. However, if you are in the Tampa Bay area and want to give this a go, Bally Sports Sun will be your best bet. Be sure to stay tuned to Blue Jays Insider for the entire season as we will continue to keep you informed on your favorite team.
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