What happened: Toronto Blue Jays pitchers Jose Berrios and Trey Yesavage will start the 2026 season on the injured list. Berrios has a stress fracture in his right elbow but is symptom-free and expected to resume throwing soon. Yesavage is dealing with shoulder discomfort after a slow spring buildup.

Why it matters: These injuries, combined with Shane Bieber also sidelined, force the Jays to rely on depth like Eric Lauer in a rotation headlined by Gausman, Cease and Scherzer. It raises concerns for early-season performance and could shift betting lines for team wins and individual game totals. Jays' pitching depth has been a historical weakness despite recent additions.

What to watch: Monitor return timelines for Berrios and Yesavage, and performance of fill-in starters in Opening Day lineup.