Toronto Blue Jays pitcher Shane Bieber has been placed on the 15-day injured list, dealing a blow to the team’s wild-card aspirations as they approach the final stretch of the season. The seasoned player is currently managing inflammation in his teres major muscle located under his right shoulder, with the IL placement backdated to last Friday following a strong performance against the Tampa Bay Rays.
Manager John Schneider revealed that Bieber experienced discomfort during a recent bullpen session in New York, prompting an MRI scan that confirmed a moderate to mild teres major injury. This setback is disappointing for both Bieber and the team. The former Cy Young Award winner holds a 5-2 record this season with a 4.37 ERA, having previously missed the early part of the season due to elbow and forearm issues.
Schneider expressed optimism about Bieber’s potential return this season but refrained from providing a specific timeline. With Toronto trailing by two games in the American League wild-card race, the timing of Bieber’s injury is particularly challenging. Despite the setback, the team remains focused on navigating through this adversity as they continue their push for a playoff spot.
