http://www.yardbarker.com/mlb/teams/toronto_blue_jays/29 Recent articles about Toronto Blue Jays en-us Today, Buzzfeed reported that Toronto Blue Jays outfielder Jose Bautista received a “MLB Lifetime Pass”, as you can see from Bautista’s Instagram feed. The first question a lot of you might have is, “What in the world is a MLB Lifetime Pass?” Well, fear not, I’m here for you. For die hard baseball fans like myself, it’s the golden ticket, the holy grail, or the arc of the covenant. To the average sports fan, its two free tickets to any major league ballpark. One for Jose and one for you or me, maybe. Now you’re probably asking yourself, “Why Jose Bautista?” Well, I can’t help you there. Buzzfeed comments on a number of players that have received the prestigious Pass, which included all of the Americans held hostage in Iran in 1979, and former scouts and umpires. Also holding Passes are some of the all-time greats – Bob Gibson, Roger Hornsby, Joe DiMaggio, and Rollie Fingers. As you can see, I’m not sure why Bautista is now included in this list. For a player that has played on five Wed, 22 May 2013 00:10:58 -0400 http://network.yardbarker.com/mlb/article_external/jose_bautista_receives_mlb_lifetime_pass/13668037 http://network.yardbarker.com/mlb/article_external/jose_bautista_receives_mlb_lifetime_pass/13668037 Jose Bautista Receives MLB Lifetime Pass http://www.yardbarker.com/mlb/articles/jose_bautista_receives_mlb_lifetime_pass/13668037 http://www.yardbarker.com/media/1/b/1b8b22437a4d189cc9c25ecd18d1a2bc83c13024/mini/6371504.jpg Major League experience didn’t amount to much in the Buffalo Bisons contest against the Charlotte Knights at Coca-Cola Field Tuesday evening. Bisons faithful were treated to seeing both Ricky Romero and Dustin McGowan climb the hill in the same game, however both starters were roughed up in their quest to return north of the border. The much maligned Ricky Romero took to the bump for the herd who showed no mercy on the struggling starter. Romero held the Knights at bay until coming unravelled in the 6th inning surrendering 3 runs without retiring a batter. The Knights only peppered Romero for 4 runs over 5 innings pitched, but the more concerning stat is the 6 base on balls Romero issued in the start. The former Blue Jays opening day starter has now issued 17 free passes in 12.1 innings pitched for the Jays triple A affiliate. Romero’s earned run average blistered to 8.76 in 3 starts since joining the second place Bisons. The injury plagued Dustin McGowan also joined the Bisons on h... Tue, 21 May 2013 22:41:05 -0400 http://network.yardbarker.com/mlb/article_external/ricky_romero_and_dustin_mcgowan_get_roughed_up_in_buffalo/13667599 http://network.yardbarker.com/mlb/article_external/ricky_romero_and_dustin_mcgowan_get_roughed_up_in_buffalo/13667599 Ricky Romero and Dustin McGowan Get Roughed Up In Buffalo http://www.yardbarker.com/mlb/articles/ricky_romero_and_dustin_mcgowan_get_roughed_up_in_buffalo/13667599 http://www.yardbarker.com/media/6/b/6b71936d9259f68fbee0e62127a5758020c0fb07/mini/6591630.jpg For five innings Wednesday night, Ricky Romero appeared to return to his old self. The southpaw blazed through the Charlotte Knights lineup, allowing only one run on four hits through five innings. But then came the sixth… Just as in his prior two starts with the Bisons, Romero lost complete control of the strike zone, walking four consecutive batters to start the sixth before being pulled by Marty Brown with a 7-2 lead. Romero couldn’t find the plate if he tried in the sixth, throwing only four strikes on 20 pitches. After walking in a run, Romero saw two more runs credited to him after Angel Sanchez hit a two-run single off of Juan Perez to bring the Knights within three. Romero final line: 5+ innings, 4 runs, 4 hits, 6 walks His lack of control has plagued himself all year long, contributing to his sky high 8.76 ERA in Buffalo. Romero earned a no-decision in the effort, watching Dustin McGowan give up the Bisons three-run lead in the top of the seventh.   The post Romero Improves... Tue, 21 May 2013 21:41:58 -0400 http://network.yardbarker.com/mlb/article_external/romero_improves_but_backtracks_late/13667296 http://network.yardbarker.com/mlb/article_external/romero_improves_but_backtracks_late/13667296 Romero Improves But Backtracks Late http://www.yardbarker.com/mlb/articles/romero_improves_but_backtracks_late/13667296 http://www.yardbarker.com/media/6/b/6b71936d9259f68fbee0e62127a5758020c0fb07/mini/6591630.jpg Jose Bautista has been bestowed the ultimate wallet accessory — a lifetime pass to every Major League Ballpark in the country. The Blue Jays slugger has been in the big leagues for eight years and has played roles on five different teams. A lot of mystery surrounds the lifetime ballpark pass, but based on the inscription they are given “in appreciation of long and meritorious service” to the league. The cards have been presented to players, umpires, scouts and other friends of MLB as far back as the 1930s, according to Buzzfeed Sports. The cardholder has access to any Major League baseball game for the duration of their life and they are allowed to bring one guest with them. Check out Bautista’s unique hardware in the photo below. Photo via Instagram/JoeyBats19 Tue, 21 May 2013 18:53:09 -0400 http://network.yardbarker.com/mlb/article_external/jose_bautista_honored_with_major_league_baseball_lifetime_ballpark_pass_photo/13666324 http://network.yardbarker.com/mlb/article_external/jose_bautista_honored_with_major_league_baseball_lifetime_ballpark_pass_photo/13666324 Jose Bautista Honored With Major League Baseball Lifetime Ballpark Pass (Photo) http://www.yardbarker.com/mlb/articles/jose_bautista_honored_with_major_league_baseball_lifetime_ballpark_pass_photo/13666324 http://www.yardbarker.com/media/1/b/1b8b22437a4d189cc9c25ecd18d1a2bc83c13024/mini/6371504.jpg Tampa Bay Rays manager Joe Maddon says that after reviewing video from yesterday afternoon’s game and having a conversation with shortstop Yunel Escobar,  he doesn’t think that Escobar did anything wrong. “He did nothing wrong,” Maddon said. Escobar, made a gesture after hitting a home run Monday, slashing his arms in an exaggerated safe signal. After the game Maddon commented, “I love him on this team. I love him in the clubhouse. I love everything about this young man,” Maddon said (TBO.com), “but I still want to talk to him about the reaction after the home run, and I’m certain you’re not going to see that again.” Finally some semblance of common sense. Escobar’s celebrating after a home run  really isn’t all that different than say a closer Rafael Soriano ripping his shirt out after  recording the last out,  or yet another closer Fernando Rodney shooting an imaginary arrow after a save. Th Rays themselves have taken to shooting  imaginary arrows towards their dugout  after a Tue, 21 May 2013 18:14:28 -0400 http://network.yardbarker.com/mlb/article_external/joe_maddon_concludes_yunel_escobar_did_nothing_wrong/13666117 http://network.yardbarker.com/mlb/article_external/joe_maddon_concludes_yunel_escobar_did_nothing_wrong/13666117 Maddon: Yunel Escobar did nothing wrong http://www.yardbarker.com/mlb/articles/joe_maddon_concludes_yunel_escobar_did_nothing_wrong/13666117 http://www.yardbarker.com/media/8/a/8a432ebb698692b18bac7e8ad27445e2f4cd0cdc/mini/escobar-300x187.jpg It was a  week of ups and downs for the Toronto Blue Jays.  After hammering San Francisco twice,  Toronto found themselves on the losing end against the New York Yankees this past weekend. In the middle of the week, the Jays defeated the Giants 10-6  and 11-3. In the first game against the Giants, Toronto’s Melky Cabrera went four for five at the plate and racked  up two RBIs. R,A, Dickey recorded his third win of the season.  In six innings pitched, Dickey gave up six hits, two earned runs, two walks and struck out an astonishing 10 batters. In game two, Diogenes Ortiz was on the mound for the Jays.  Ortiz gave up six hits, an earn run, a walk and struck out a batter. The Blue Jay’ s next series was a different story.  Toronto faced the Yankees in a three game stint in New York. Toronto was shut out 5-0 i the first game.  Mark Buehrle gave up six hits, five earned runs, three walks and struck out four batters in six innings pitched. R.A. Dickey It didn’t get any better for the Jays... Tue, 21 May 2013 16:31:47 -0400 http://network.yardbarker.com/mlb/article_external/toronto_blue_jays_it_was_a_roller_coaster_week/13665286 http://network.yardbarker.com/mlb/article_external/toronto_blue_jays_it_was_a_roller_coaster_week/13665286 Toronto Blue Jays: It was a roller coaster week http://www.yardbarker.com/mlb/articles/toronto_blue_jays_it_was_a_roller_coaster_week/13665286 http://www.yardbarker.com/images/yb_logo_square_grey.png Toronto Blue Jays right-handed starting pitcher Josh Johnson made his first minor league rehab appearance last night, striking out five while walking none over three innings of work for the team's Single-A affiliate, according to Adam Berry of MLB.com. During his outing, Johnson surrendered one run on three hits. He was on a pitch count of between 45 and 50 throws, and he reportedly exercised his full arsenal. Johnson was scratched from a late-April start due to a triceps issue, and the Blue Jays placed him on the disabled list with inflammation in his throwing arm soon after. Toronto was hoping to have him back in the rotation by the middle of this month, but discomfort in his arm continued and delayed his return. It's now unclear when Johnson will rejoin the Blue Jays, as manager John Gibbons recently said he would not be starting the team's contest against the Baltimore Orioles on Friday. Johnson will continue to build up his arm strength and endurance in t... Tue, 21 May 2013 14:00:00 -0400 http://network.yardbarker.com/mlb/article_external/blue_jays_josh_johnson_makes_first_rehab_start/13664086 http://network.yardbarker.com/mlb/article_external/blue_jays_josh_johnson_makes_first_rehab_start/13664086 Blue Jays' Josh Johnson makes first rehab start http://www.yardbarker.com/mlb/articles/blue_jays_josh_johnson_makes_first_rehab_start/13664086 http://www.yardbarker.com/images/yb_logo_square_grey.png credit: getty images The Toronto Blue Jays want pitcher Josh Johnson to make one more rehab start after Monday’s start with High-A Dunedin. Johnson who went on the disabled list with a triceps issue pitched three innings in his first minor league start allowing one run. In the outing Johnson struck out five and walked none. In early May the Blue Jays placed Johnson on the disabled list retroactive to April 29. When Johnson returns to the Blue Jays rotation he will seek to improve his 0-1 record and 6.86 ERA from his first four starts of the season. Tue, 21 May 2013 11:50:53 -0400 http://network.yardbarker.com/mlb/article_external/josh_johnson_has_successful_first_rehab_outing/13662901 http://network.yardbarker.com/mlb/article_external/josh_johnson_has_successful_first_rehab_outing/13662901 Josh Johnson has successful first rehab outing http://www.yardbarker.com/mlb/articles/josh_johnson_has_successful_first_rehab_outing/13662901 http://www.yardbarker.com/images/yb_logo_square_grey.png The Toronto Blue Jays rewarded struggling prospect Anthony Gose with a promotion to the majors, a move that surprised Gose as much as anyone. Gose has been spinning his tires in Triple A with the Buffalo Bisons batting a modest .227 in 40 games for the herd. Gose initially did not think the promotion was real when he was informed of the call-up. Gose, on receiving call this morning: “I kept asking them, was it real? … I just couldn’t believe I was going up, he said, emphasizing “I.” — John Lott (@LottOnBaseball) May 20, 2013 The move on its face caught many off guard but makes sense as left fielder Melky Cabrera is dealing with lingering sore legs and fourth outfielder Rajai Davis is on the disabled list with an oblique injury. When Gose was reassigned to Buffalo after spring training, he anticipated putting up impressive numbers to force the Jays hand into a promotion. However 40 games into the season Gose is still striking out more than once a game and his stolen base numbers are ... Tue, 21 May 2013 00:06:29 -0400 http://network.yardbarker.com/mlb/article_external/anthony_gose_gets_surprise_promotion_but_will_he_play/13660384 http://network.yardbarker.com/mlb/article_external/anthony_gose_gets_surprise_promotion_but_will_he_play/13660384 Anthony Gose Gets Surprise Promotion But Will He Play http://www.yardbarker.com/mlb/articles/anthony_gose_gets_surprise_promotion_but_will_he_play/13660384 http://www.yardbarker.com/images/yb_logo_square_grey.png It’s been well documented that the Toronto Blue Jays’ season hasn’t exactly gone as planned. A rash of injuries to the veteran pitching staff has created a number of holes. Those gaps have been difficult to fill with competent contributors because the organizational depth was compromised in an effort to beef up the big league product. It’s been speculated in the Toronto media that pitching prospect Sean Nolin, currently at the Double-A level, is viewed by the Jays front office as the next-in-line for a promotion, should the need arise. Toronto has made a few moves this year that could be considered desperation moves and the promotion of Nolin may not be in the best long-term interests of the club or the young pitching prospect. From a business standpoint, Nolin doesn’t have to be added to the 40-man roster until after the season. If he gets called up this year — prior to roster expansion on Sept. 1 — it presumably won’t be to stay so he’ll burn his first of three option years. Perh... Mon, 20 May 2013 16:00:44 -0400 http://network.yardbarker.com/mlb/article_external/sean_nolin_next_blue_jays_savior/13657447 http://network.yardbarker.com/mlb/article_external/sean_nolin_next_blue_jays_savior/13657447 Sean Nolin: Next Blue Jays Savior? http://www.yardbarker.com/mlb/articles/sean_nolin_next_blue_jays_savior/13657447 http://www.yardbarker.com/images/yb_logo_square_grey.png The Toronto Blue Jays recalled Anthony Gose from Triple-A Buffalo on Monday, optioning relief pitcher Mickey Storey to Buffalo to make room for Gose on the 40-man roster. A second-round draft pick in the 2008 MLB Amateur Draft by the Philadelphia Phillies, Gose has been less than impressive in four seasons with Philadelphia and Toronto’s farm systems. Following a 56-game stint with Toronto last season in which he batted .223 with 59 strikeouts in 189 plate appearances, Gose has struggled this season with Triple-A Buffalo. In 40 games, Gose has batted a paltry .227 and has stolen only five bases (a speedster, Gose stole over 100 bases between 2011 and 2012). While the call-up is questionable, it appears that Gose will serve as a defensive replacement for starting center fielder Melky Cabrera late in games, giving Cabrera the chance to rest an ailing hamstring and Gose some big league experience. The Toronto Blue Jays are currently in the AL East basement, trailing the division leadin... Mon, 20 May 2013 15:01:00 -0400 http://network.yardbarker.com/mlb/article_external/anthony_gose_recalled_by_toronto_from_aaa_buffalo/13657060 http://network.yardbarker.com/mlb/article_external/anthony_gose_recalled_by_toronto_from_aaa_buffalo/13657060 Anthony Gose Recalled by Toronto from AAA Buffalo http://www.yardbarker.com/mlb/articles/anthony_gose_recalled_by_toronto_from_aaa_buffalo/13657060 http://www.yardbarker.com/images/yb_logo_square_grey.png Outfielder Anthony Gose has been recalled from Triple-A Buffalo by the Toronto Blue Jays. Armed with a mix of solid speed and power, he is still pretty wet behind the ear and still will need some seasoning to become the type of major league hitter that is expected of him. To make room for the young hitter, Toronto has decided to option right-handed reliever Mickey Storey to the same farm club. The post Toronto Blue Jays Recall Anthony Gose, Option Mickey Storey appeared first on FFLockerRoom | Fantasy Sports Advice | Sports News | Sports Talk |. Mon, 20 May 2013 14:02:04 -0400 http://network.yardbarker.com/mlb/article_external/toronto_blue_jays_recall_anthony_gose_option_mickey_storey/13656634 http://network.yardbarker.com/mlb/article_external/toronto_blue_jays_recall_anthony_gose_option_mickey_storey/13656634 Toronto Blue Jays Recall Anthony Gose, Option Mickey Storey http://www.yardbarker.com/mlb/articles/toronto_blue_jays_recall_anthony_gose_option_mickey_storey/13656634 http://www.yardbarker.com/images/yb_logo_square_grey.png Updates. The Toronto Blue Jays have recalled Anthony Gose from Triple-A, even though the outfield prospect was hitting .227 with two homers and five steals this season in Buffalo. The Blue Jays optioned right-hander Mickey Storey to Buffalo. Storey appeared in two games for Toronto, allowing three runs in 3 2-3 innings. ''Definitely surprised,'' said Gose, who hit .223 in 56 major league games with Toronto last season. ''''I didn't even know what to think. They called me this morning, told me I was going up. I kept asking was it real? I didn't know what was happening. ... I just couldn't believe I was going up.'' With the Blue Jays, Gose can help take the load off of Melky Cabrera, coming in as defensive replacement late in games so Cabrera can rest his balky hamstring. Toronto manager John Gibbons says he doesn't know if Gose will be a short- or long-term addition, saying ''we'll see how it develops.'' Gose did have a .343 on-bas Mon, 20 May 2013 13:35:18 -0400 http://network.yardbarker.com/mlb/article_external/blue_jays_call_up_of_anthony_gose/13656322 http://network.yardbarker.com/mlb/article_external/blue_jays_call_up_of_anthony_gose/13656322 Blue Jays call up OF Anthony Gose http://www.yardbarker.com/mlb/articles/blue_jays_call_up_of_anthony_gose/13656322 http://www.yardbarker.com/images/yb_logo_square_grey.png Toronto Blue Jays shortstop Jose Reyes has been sidelined by a severely sprained left ankle since early April. He recently had his walking boot removed, allowing him to begin the slow process of regaining strength in his ankle. As his rehab picks up, Reyes is hoping to return to the Blue Jays by the end of June, according to Gregor Chisholm of MLB.com. When Reyes initially suffered the injury, he was expected to be sidelined through the All-Star break. He’s since resumed playing catch and hitting off a tee, and he hopes to start jogging by the end of next week. Considering the progression he’s made, general manager Alex Anthopoulos told reporters that it’s possible the timeline could be pushed up to the end of June. Still, the is a long road ahead for Reyes, as a more accurate timeframe will be established once he resumes running and truly testing the ankle. While the shortstop is frustrated by the recovery, he said he’s doing everything he can to return... Sat, 18 May 2013 11:00:00 -0400 http://network.yardbarker.com/all_sports/article_external/jose_reyes_could_rejoin_blue_jays_by_late_june/13644808 http://network.yardbarker.com/all_sports/article_external/jose_reyes_could_rejoin_blue_jays_by_late_june/13644808 Jose Reyes could rejoin Blue Jays by late June http://www.yardbarker.com/all_sports/articles/jose_reyes_could_rejoin_blue_jays_by_late_june/13644808 http://www.yardbarker.com/images/yb_logo_square_grey.png Jose Reyes says he is progressing in his rehabilitation from a severely sprained left ankle, and the shortstop looks forward to joining his Toronto Blue Jays teammates on the field before the All-Star break. Wearing a Superman T-shirt, the bearded Reyes flashed a big grin Friday while reconnecting with his teammates in the visitors' clubhouse at Yankee Stadium. He was on the field during batting practice, playing catch and standing out near his position. ''It was good today, just to be around the guys,'' Reyes said. ''I missed that.'' Injured while sliding into second base on April 12, Reyes has been rehabbing near his Long Island home and will return with the Blue Jays to Toronto after the weekend series. Reyes says he recently began jogging lightly and has begun hitting soft toss in the last few days. His next step will be to jog on a treadmill in 10-minute blocks before running on a field, perhaps in the next week or two. Fri, 17 May 2013 21:48:25 -0400 http://network.yardbarker.com/mlb/article_external/reyes_rejoins_blue_jays_in_new_york/13642636 http://network.yardbarker.com/mlb/article_external/reyes_rejoins_blue_jays_in_new_york/13642636 Reyes rejoins Blue Jays in New York http://www.yardbarker.com/mlb/articles/reyes_rejoins_blue_jays_in_new_york/13642636 http://www.yardbarker.com/images/yb_logo_square_grey.png Don’t mind Muneori Kawasaki.  He’s just preparing for a baseball game the way that any Major League player prepares.  Right?   1. The smoothest mechanical bull ride ever.  Solid form. via Reddit   2. He’s still working on his Vanna White.  It needs serious work. via Reddit   3. Like the annoying little twerp in the AT&T commercial: “I can stand on my head and waaaaaaaave my feet.” via Reddit   For those scoring at home, Kawasaki went 0 for 3 with a walk, a run scored and a throwing error.  Back to the drawing board. Thu, 16 May 2013 11:02:10 -0400 http://network.yardbarker.com/mlb/article_external/blue_jays_ss_munenori_kawasaki_gets_busy_during_pre_game_gifs/13630241 http://network.yardbarker.com/mlb/article_external/blue_jays_ss_munenori_kawasaki_gets_busy_during_pre_game_gifs/13630241 Blue Jays SS Munenori Kawasaki gets busy during pre-game (GIFs) http://www.yardbarker.com/mlb/articles/blue_jays_ss_munenori_kawasaki_gets_busy_during_pre_game_gifs/13630241 http://www.yardbarker.com/images/yb_logo_square_grey.png This moment of childlike wonder took place during batting practice prior to the Giants-Blue Jays game at Rogers Centre this past Wednesday night. Toronto shortstop Munenori Kawasaki has a look of sheer amazement on his face as he gawks at Pablo Sandoval’s massive arm and tattoo work, which seems strange since Kawasaki hails from Japan, aka The Land of the Rising Tentacle Porn. Unless Sandoval was showing the Jays infielder a huge pimple that looks like Golda Meir, we can’t really see what would be so impressive as to cause Kawasaki’s eyes to nearly pop out of his skull in wonder as he gently touches Kung Fu Panda’s arm. [@LottOnBaseball via Deadspin] The post Munenori Kawasaki seems positively mesmerized by Pablo Sandoval’s tattoos appeared first on Last Angry Fan. Wed, 15 May 2013 23:52:56 -0400 http://network.yardbarker.com/mlb/article_external/munenori_kawasaki_seems_positively_mesmerized_by_pablo_sandovals_tattoos/13627610 http://network.yardbarker.com/mlb/article_external/munenori_kawasaki_seems_positively_mesmerized_by_pablo_sandovals_tattoos/13627610 Jays infielder amazed by Sandoval's tats http://www.yardbarker.com/mlb/articles/munenori_kawasaki_seems_positively_mesmerized_by_pablo_sandovals_tattoos/13627610 http://www.yardbarker.com/media/e/a/eabb7cef27bd148ac02ced736b4d9bceff69f951/mini/tat.jpg It has become increasingly clear that Major League Baseball must protect its pitchers. On May 7, 2013, when Toronto Blue Jays pitcher J.A. Happ was struck in the base of the skull by a ferocious line drive that rocketed off of the bat of Tampa Bay outfielder Desmond Jennings, we were given a reminder about one of the genuinely dangerous aspects of playing baseball. Happ had essentially no time to react as a well-hit ball ricocheted off of the side of his head and bounded down the first base line and all the way into right field. He immediately collapsed and grabbed his head before being taken off the field on a stretcher. Toronto Blue Jays pitcher J.A. Happ. It was a scary, sobering moment, but Happ was relatively lucky. While he did suffer a skull fracture and a laceration below his left ear, he is expected to make a full recovery. But other players haven’t been so lucky. In fact, Cleveland Indians outfielder Ray Chapman is the only major league player to have died directly follow... Sun, 12 May 2013 21:58:59 -0400 http://network.yardbarker.com/mlb/article_external/its_time_for_baseball_to_protect_its_pitchers/13603193 http://network.yardbarker.com/mlb/article_external/its_time_for_baseball_to_protect_its_pitchers/13603193 It’s time for MLB to protect its pitchers http://www.yardbarker.com/mlb/articles/its_time_for_baseball_to_protect_its_pitchers/13603193 http://www.yardbarker.com/media/d/1/d10ab8cb3e253f5481e554e07d9402303ab64d8b/mini/168283551.jpg Toronto Blue Jays pitcher J.A. Happ had to leave Tuesday night's game against the Tampa Bay Rays on a stretcher after being struck in the side of the head by a line drive by Rays batter Desmond Jennings in the second inning. Happ was taken to the hospital and is reportedly in stable condition while undergoing some tests. We wish Happ a speedy recovery. Your browser does not support iframes. Video via MLB. Visit us at holdoutsports.com and follow us on Twitter @HoldoutSports. Wed, 08 May 2013 06:34:00 -0400 http://network.yardbarker.com/mlb/article_external/ja_happ_leaves_game_on_stretcher_after_being_struck_by_line_drive_video/13573109 http://network.yardbarker.com/mlb/article_external/ja_happ_leaves_game_on_stretcher_after_being_struck_by_line_drive_video/13573109 J.A. Happ leaves game on stretcher after being struck by line drive (Video) http://www.yardbarker.com/mlb/articles/ja_happ_leaves_game_on_stretcher_after_being_struck_by_line_drive_video/13573109 http://www.yardbarker.com/images/yb_logo_square_grey.png In Tuesday night's Blue Jays-Rays game, Toronto starting pitcher JA Happ was hit in the side of the head by a line drive off the bat of Rays outfielder Desmond Jennings. Happ was taken off the field on a stretcher with his head immobilized, and he offered the crowd a wave of his hand as he left the field. Video of the incident is below the jump, but I must warn you that it's graphic. There was no immediate update on Happ's condition, and we truly hope his injury isn't serious. [follow] Tue, 07 May 2013 21:00:17 -0400 http://network.yardbarker.com/mlb/article_external/blue_jays_pitcher_ja_happ_hit_in_head_with_line_drive/13570898 http://network.yardbarker.com/mlb/article_external/blue_jays_pitcher_ja_happ_hit_in_head_with_line_drive/13570898 J.A. Happ hit in head by line drive http://www.yardbarker.com/mlb/articles/blue_jays_pitcher_ja_happ_hit_in_head_with_line_drive/13570898 http://www.yardbarker.com/media/f/9/f9b9e03a6d20bb9848c25d2290154805384a0c15/mini/ja.jpg