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Reasons for Blue Jays’ Daulton Varsho and Jordan Romano's absence against Pirates
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    Reasons for Blue Jays’ Daulton Varsho and Jordan Romano’s absence against Pirates

    In the Toronto Blue Jays‘ marathon 14-inning win over the Pittsburgh Pirates, a pair of key contributors were unavailable to play.

    After the game, manager John Schneider told reporters that closer Jordan Romano’s elbow didn’t bounce back after his last outing in Chicago and Daulton Varsho had food poisoning.

    Romano pitched the ninth inning against the White Sox on Wednesday, allowing a home run to catcher Korey Lee, while picking up one strikeout on his way to his eighth save of the season. However, in the outing, Romano’s fastball velocity was down from his yearly average.

    The 31-year-old right-hander has struggled after beginning the season on the injured list, posting a 6.59 ERA and 13 strikeouts through 13.2 innings. He has also picked up a pair of losses.

    Schneider said the team will see how Romano feels before deciding whether he can play Saturday against Pittsburgh..

    Varsho, meanwhile, had played in Toronto’s last four games before Friday.

    There were multiple opportunities in the Blue Jays’ series opener where it would have made sense to have the 27-year-old outfielder pinch run.

    Varsho has slashed .205/.293/.438 with a team-leading 10 home runs through 52 games.

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    The absence of Daulton Varsho and Jordan Romano from the Blue Jays’ lineup against the Pirates has left many fans wondering what could be the reasons behind their missing presence on the field. Both players have been key contributors to the team’s success this season, so their absence is definitely a cause for concern.

    One possible reason for Varsho and Romano’s absence could be due to injuries. Baseball is a physically demanding sport, and players are prone to injuries that can sideline them for games or even entire seasons. It’s possible that Varsho and Romano are dealing with minor injuries that require them to rest and recover in order to prevent further damage.

    Another reason for their absence could be related to personal reasons. Players are human beings too, and they have lives outside of baseball that can sometimes take precedence over their professional obligations. It’s possible that Varsho and Romano are dealing with personal issues that require their attention and focus, leading them to take a break from the game.

    Additionally, it’s worth considering that the coaching staff may have made a strategic decision to rest Varsho and Romano in order to give them a break and prevent burnout. Baseball is a long and grueling season, and players can benefit from occasional rest days to recharge and stay fresh for the remainder of the season.

    Whatever the reasons may be for Varsho and Romano’s absence against the Pirates, it’s important for fans to trust in the team’s decision-making process and support the players as they navigate through any challenges they may be facing. In the meantime, let’s hope for a speedy recovery for Varsho and Romano so they can return to the field and continue contributing to the Blue Jays’ success.