Trey Yesavage reminded: “it’s on the table”

Trey Yesavage is the Blue Jays' top prospect on the mound. And this season, he's been climbing the minor league ladder at breakneck speed.

Right now, he's playing for the Buffalo Bisons. And considering how much the Blue Jays' bullpen is chomping at the bit, his name often comes up in discussions about a potential recall.

There are a number of indications that he could help the Major League bullpen.

First, John Schneider has said it's a possibility. Second, the club has been managing his innings count all season to keep him fresh and available in September.

And third, yesterday, the Bisons had him pitching out of the bullpen. In three innings, he retired six guys on strikes.

According to Ben Nicholson-Smith, this was no fluke. The starter, who would be used in relief in Toronto in 2025 if recalled, needs to get used to coming out of the bullpen and warming up faster if he ever needs to do so in the Majors.

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According to the Sportsnet reporter, there is indeed a world in which Yesavage could make his Major League debut in 2025. It's not necessarily likely, but it's on the table.

And by the way: the Toronto club can arrange to have him in the playoffs – if need be – even if he's not currently on the Blue Jays' 40-man roster.

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Let's not forget, however, that this year, Yesavage took a bit of a beating every time he moved up a rung in the minors, before starting to dominate again. Will that be a drag on the Blue Jays? Who knows.

But the way the club's relievers have been pitching in recent weeks, it's easy to see why the idea is on the table.

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