The Toronto Blue Jays recalled right-handed pitcher Ryan Burr from triple-A Buffalo on Saturday.
Burr will be active for Saturday’s game against the Texas Rangers (3 p.m ET / noon PT on Sportsnet).
The 30-year-old Burr has made 10 relief appearances with the Blue Jays this season with a 5.40 ERA and nine strikeouts over 10 innings.
Toronto also transferred closer Jordan Romano to the 60-day injured list to make room for Burr.
Romano, 31, has been limited to 15 games due to right elbow inflammation. He has a 6.59 ERA, 13 strikeouts and eight saves over 13.2 innings.
Earlier Saturday, the Blue Jays traded reliever Nate Pearson to the Chicago Cubs for infielder Josh Rivera and outfielder Yohendrick Pinango.
The Toronto Blue Jays have made a roster move, placing pitcher Jordan Romano on the 60-day Injured List and recalling Ryan Burr from triple-A. This move comes as a blow to the Blue Jays, as Romano has been a key contributor out of the bullpen this season.
Romano has been dealing with a right ulnar neuritis, which is inflammation of the nerve that runs from the elbow to the wrist. The decision to move him to the 60-day IL indicates that his recovery will take longer than initially expected. The 28-year-old right-hander has been a reliable arm for the Blue Jays this season, posting a 2.81 ERA with 47 strikeouts in 32 innings pitched.
In Romano’s absence, the Blue Jays have called up Ryan Burr from triple-A. Burr, 27, has appeared in 10 games for the Blue Jays this season, posting a 4.50 ERA with 12 strikeouts in 10 innings pitched. The right-hander will look to provide some much-needed depth to the Blue Jays’ bullpen as they continue their push for a playoff spot.
This roster move highlights the importance of depth in a long and grueling MLB season. Injuries are an unfortunate part of the game, and teams must be prepared to make adjustments on the fly. The Blue Jays will need other pitchers to step up in Romano’s absence and help fill the void in the bullpen.
As for Romano, the hope is that he can make a full recovery and rejoin the team before the end of the season. In the meantime, the Blue Jays will rely on their other arms to continue their push for a playoff spot in a highly competitive AL East division.