Blue Jays Revamp Bullpen: Sandlin to IL, Barnes Designated for Assignment
TORONTO – The toronto Blue jays have shaken up their relief pitching corps, placing right-hander Nick Sandlin on the 15-day injured list and designating Jacob Barnes for assignment.
Key Roster Moves: Tate and Schultz Called Up
In corresponding moves, right-handers Dillon Tate and Paxton Schultz have been recalled to the major league roster. These changes come after saturday’s extra-innings loss to the Seattle Mariners.
Sandlin Sidelined with Back Strain
Sandlin is dealing with a right lat strain. He pitched a scoreless eighth inning with two strikeouts against the Mariners on Saturday. So far this season, he maintains a 2.25 ERA over 10 appearances.
Barnes’ Struggles Lead to DFA
Barnes struggled in the 12th inning against Seattle, surrendering five runs (four earned) on three hits and two walks.A grand slam by Rowdy Tellez was the big blow.
Tate Returns to Toronto
Tate was claimed off waivers from the Baltimore Orioles in September 2024 and pitched four games for the Blue Jays at the end of that season. He signed as a free agent during spring training.
Schultz Set for MLB Debut
Schultz, 27, is in line to make his major league debut with the Blue Jays. Drafted by the milwaukee Brewers in the 14th round of the 2019 amateur draft, Schultz pitched in Australia before joining the Blue Jays organization in 2022.
Schultz Impresses in triple-A
The Orem, Utah native has posted a 2.08 ERA in 8 2/3 innings with the Buffalo Bisons (Triple-A) this season.
Blue Jays Seek Series Win
Toronto will play the rubber match of a three-game series against the Mariners on Sunday.
How might the call-up of Paxton schultz impact the Blue Jays’ bullpen strategy,considering it’s his MLB debut?
Blue Jays Revamp Bullpen: Sandlin to IL,Barnes Designated for Assignment
TORONTO – The toronto Blue Jays have shaken up their relief pitching corps,placing right-hander Nick Sandlin on the 15-day injured list adn designating Jacob Barnes for assignment.
Key roster Moves: Tate and Schultz Called Up
In corresponding moves, right-handers Dillon Tate and Paxton Schultz have been recalled to the major league roster. These changes come after Saturday’s extra-innings loss to the Seattle Mariners.
Sandlin Sidelined with Back Strain
Sandlin is dealing with a right lat strain. He pitched a scoreless eighth inning with two strikeouts against the Mariners on Saturday. So far this season, he maintains a 2.25 ERA over 10 appearances.
Barnes’ Struggles lead to DFA
Barnes struggled in the 12th inning against Seattle, surrendering five runs (four earned) on three hits and two walks. A grand slam by Rowdy Tellez was the big blow.
Tate Returns to toronto
Tate was claimed off waivers from the Baltimore Orioles in September 2024 and pitched four games for the Blue Jays at the end of that season. He signed as a free agent during spring training.
Schultz Set for MLB Debut
Schultz,27,is in line to make his major league debut with the Blue Jays. Drafted by the Milwaukee Brewers in the 14th round of the 2019 amateur draft, schultz pitched in australia before joining the Blue Jays association in 2022.
Schultz Impresses in Triple-A
The Orem, utah native has posted a 2.08 ERA in 8 2/3 innings with the Buffalo Bisons (Triple-A) this season.
Blue Jays Seek Series Win
Toronto will play the rubber match of a three-game series against the Mariners on Sunday.
Q&A: Blue Jays Bullpen Shakeup
- Why did the Blue Jays place Nick Sandlin on the IL?
- Sandlin is dealing with a right lat strain, an injury that will require a minimum of 15 days on the injured list.
- What does “designated for assignment” mean for Jacob Barnes?
- It means Barnes has been removed from the 40-man roster. The Blue Jays have seven days to either trade him, release him, or outright him to the minors.Barnes’ struggles likely led to this move.
- Who are the new additions to the Blue Jays bullpen?
- Right-handers Dillon Tate and Paxton Schultz have been called up.Tate previously played for the Blue Jays in 2024. This will be Schultz’s MLB debut.
- How has Paxton Schultz performed recently?
- Schultz has been impressive in Triple-A with a 2.08 ERA in 8 2/3 innings for the Buffalo Bisons.
- what’s the importance of the Mariners series?
- The Blue Jays are playing the rubber match (the deciding game of a three-game series) against the Mariners on Sunday, looking to win the series despite the bullpen changes.
- Fun Fact:
- The “lat” in lat strain refers to the latissimus dorsi muscle, a large muscle in the back.Athletes with this injury often experience pain during throwing, pitching, or swinging.
Keep an eye on the Blue Jays as they navigate these bullpen changes and aim for a crucial series win!
