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www.newsnow.comHere are the latest updates on the Toronto Blue Jays as of mid-May 2026:
- José Berríos underwent Tommy John surgery and is expected to miss the 2026 season, with a timeline that pushes his return to at least the second half of 2027. This is a major setback for the rotation and could reshape the club’s pitching plans for 2026 and beyond.[3][5]
- Shane Bieber’s status in 2026 is continuing to be monitored; reports suggest he could begin a rehab assignment late in the season if his recovery progresses as hoped, but this is contingent on his elbow/forearm recovery. Any return would impact the Jays’ rotation depth in 2027 if delayed.[1]
- The Blue Jays’ official channels have highlighted ongoing injury updates and roster moves, along with discussions around potential upgrades or speculative trades, including names circulating in insider chatter as the team plans for the post-Berríos era.[4][3]
- For broader coverage, outlets like CBS Sports, FOX Sports, Sports Illustrated, and MLB.com are tracking injuries, game recaps, and performance updates across the 2026 season, with emphasis on how the rotation is adapting to the loss of Berríos and the potential return timeline for Bieber.[5][6][1]
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