Off-Day OpenThread

Off-Day OpenThread

TL;DR

The Toronto Blue Jays have an off day with no game today, prompting an open thread for fans to discuss team news. Max Scherzer is seeking medical advice for ongoing forearm tendinitis, while Addison Barger is expected to join the roster soon.

Key points

Toronto Blue Jays have an off day today.
Max Scherzer is dealing with forearm tendinitis.
Addison Barger is expected to join the roster soon.
Yohendrick Pinango struggles against left-handed pitchers.
Today is Yohendrick Pinango's 24th birthday.

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Apr 24, 2026; Toronto, Ontario, CAN; Toronto Blue Jays pitcher Max Scherzer (31) pitches against the Cleveland Guardians at Rogers Centre. Mandatory Credit: Kevin Sousa-Imagn Images | Kevin Sousa-Imagn Images The Jays don’t play today, so I figured we’d do the open thread today. There isn’t all that much for Jays news, as we wait to hear who leaves to make room for Addison Barger. It will be interesting, I’m not sure who I’d pick. Since Barger is a left-handed batter, a lefty batter would generally be the choice, as we do have a lot of left-handed batters on the roster. But some of them are going to have to learn to hit lefties. Yohendrick Pinango had a couple of poor at bats against a lefty yesterday. Left-handed batters don’t see a lot of left-handed pitchers on their way up to the majors. Hitting pitches moving away from you isn’t all that easy. Of course, when Nathan Lukes comes back, it will be that much more of a question. Speaking of Yohendrick, it is his 24th birthday today. Happy Birthday, young man. Enjoy it. In the world of aging, Max Scherzer is seeking medical advise about his ‘battle with forearm tendinitis’ that isn’t improving. I hope his doctor is older than 40, because it will be easy for him. “You are getting older, things are going to hurt.” I’m sorry, things just hurt more. It isn’t all that bad really, just aches and pains last longer. Ask anyone in their 50s or 60s, things hurt. I’ve had a pain in my knee for about a year. It ranges from slight pain to limping bad. It’s life. It is part of why not many guys play profession baseball in the 40s. Anyway, use the thread to discuss anything you want to.

Q&A

What is the latest news about Max Scherzer's injury?

Max Scherzer is seeking medical advice regarding his ongoing battle with forearm tendinitis, which is not improving.

Who is Addison Barger and why is he joining the Blue Jays?

Addison Barger is a left-handed batter expected to join the Blue Jays roster, likely requiring a left-handed player to be removed.

How is Yohendrick Pinango performing against left-handed pitchers?

Yohendrick Pinango had a couple of poor at-bats against a left-handed pitcher recently, highlighting the challenge left-handed batters face in the majors.