"Based on the current alignment of Toronto's rotation, that would leave Max Scherzer in line to make one of his final two outings of the spring on Friday, either in Fort Myers versus the Minnesota Twins or in a minor-league game at the player development complex."
"That's relevant because Gausman, who threw 70 pitches across five innings in Sunday's minor-league game against Philadelphia Phillies hitters, would be next up to pitch this Saturday versus the Pittsburgh Pirates. He'll need to pitch on that day to keep him on schedule for his long-awaited Opening Day start during the following week."
"The biggest, of course, lies with José Berríos. He's scheduled to meet with specialist Dr. Keith Meister in Texas on Tuesday for a second opinion on his right elbow inflammation. If the 31-year-old misses any additional time from here, he'd presumably begin this season on the injured list - alongside Shane Bieber (forearm) - as he wouldn't have enough time to build back up before Opening Day."
The Blue Jays are finalizing their starting rotation ahead of Opening Day. Josh Fleming will start Wednesday against the Orioles and Cody Ponce will pitch Thursday against the Yankees, both in Dunedin. Max Scherzer is scheduled for a final spring appearance on Friday. Kevin Gausman will pitch Saturday against Pittsburgh to stay on schedule for his Opening Day start, while Dylan Cease is expected to make his final exhibition appearance Sunday against Tampa Bay before his first regular season start as a Blue Jay on March 28. However, significant uncertainty remains regarding José Berríos, who is seeking a second opinion on right elbow inflammation and may begin the season on the injured list.
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