Toronto Blue Jays make controversial choice for starting pitcher against the Mets tomorrow
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Victor William
Feb 22, 2026 (7:28 PM)
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José Berrios will start tomorrow against the Mets and his return brings massive relief for the entire pitching staff.
Seeing him walk off the field last September with right elbow inflammation was a terrifying sight.
It was the first time in his incredibly durable ten-year career that he landed on the injured list.
Berrios (Drafted 1st round, 2012 by Minnesota) has always been the ironman of this pitching staff.
Missing the final playoff stretch and watching from the sidelines was a brutal experience for the veteran.
Jose Berrios will start tomorrow’s spring game vs Mets.
First time we’ll see Berrios in game action since he was placed on IL (first time in 10-yr career) in September with right elbow inflammation.
“I’m where I want to be physically at this point.”
First time we’ll see Berrios in game action since he was placed on IL (first time in 10-yr career) in September with right elbow inflammation.
“I’m where I want to be physically at this point.”
Hearing him say he is exactly where he wants to be physically is music to everyone's ears.
Berrios posted a solid 9-5 record with a 4.17 ERA and 138 strikeouts over 166 innings in 2025.
José Berrios is the ultimate anchor for this starting rotation
Fans are collectively exhaling knowing their beloved workhorse is finally back on the hill healthy and hungry.
That kind of absolute physical confidence is exactly what Toronto needs as they ramp up the intensity this spring.
A completely healthy Berrios drastically changes the ceiling for this entire pitching staff.
The Blue Jays desperately need his elite breaking ball to navigate the treacherous American League East.
His resilience after finally dealing with a significant injury is going to inspire the younger arms in camp.
You can catch his first spring training start tomorrow afternoon broadcasting live on Sportsnet at one o'clock.
Getting those early competitive reps against New York will be the perfect test for his rehabilitated elbow.
The meticulous preparation he put in over the winter is about to pay off in a big way.
He understands the urgency of this season and is eager to prove the elbow issue is firmly behind him.
He brings a contagious energy to the mound that instantly elevates the performance of the defenders behind him.
Having his veteran leadership fully active on game days is a huge boost for the clubhouse chemistry.
The machine is officially back online and the rest of the league needs to take serious notice.
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