Toronto Blue Jays make worrisome move as they sign their second pitcher recovering from Tommy John surgery
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Victor William
Dec 31, 2025 (7:11 PM)
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The Toronto Blue Jays surprised their fans today when they announced that they have signed Nic Enright and Josh Winckowski who are both recovering from Tommy John surgery.
The Blue Jays agreed to a two year minor league deal with Winckowski this evening and reached an agreement on the sale deal with Enright earlier today.
Blue Jays sign two pitchers recovering from Tommy John surgery
When news broke regarding Enright it was a bit of a surprise since there has not been much details on him so far in free agency plus with the fact that he just had surgery not many thought he would get signed so quickly.
Enright is not expected to play at all during the 2026 season and will take his time recovering as he prepares for the 2027 season.
#BlueJays and RHP Nic Enright are in agreement on a two-year minor league deal, per Alden Gonzalez
Will rehab from Tommy John surgery in 2026, with hopes to make his return for the 2027 season
Will rehab from Tommy John surgery in 2026, with hopes to make his return for the 2027 season
Winckowski on the other hand is set to be ready for late 2026 but the chances of the Blue Jays getting much use out of him this year is slim to none.
Source: Right-hander Josh Winckowski is signing a two-year minor league deal with the #BlueJays. Had internal brace surgery earlier this month. Hoping to pitch late in 2026. Plan right now is to build him back up as a starter when he's healthy.
This could end up being a genius move by Toronto if things play out well but there is certainly some risk involved with both players coming back from major surgery.
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