Blue Jays' John Schneider Announces Trey Yesavage News Before Twins Game

Originally posted on Athlon Sports | By Gavin Groe | Last updated Apr 10, 2026 5:20 PM ET

The Toronto Blue Jays finally snapped their six-game losing streak on Wednesday with a win against the Los Angeles Dodgers. It has been a rough start for the reigning American League champions, yet there is reason for optimism.

Trey Yesavage, Toronto’s breakout star from last season, has not yet pitched at the MLB level this year due to a right shoulder impingement. He entered spring training with the injury and attempted to push through it, but he was not able to be ready for Opening Day.

However, Yesavage has been steadily progressing throughout April and is currently on a rehab assignment with the goal of returning by the end of the month.

Toronto Blue Jays pitcher Trey Yesavage (39) celebrates after a win. Kevin Sousa-Imagn Images

Yesavage made his second rehab start on Thursday and, despite allowing four runs over 2 2/3 innings, the outing was considered a positive from a health standpoint. The rust is understandable, but the Blue Jays are focused on how his shoulder responds, not the results.

While speaking with reporters ahead of Friday’s series opener against the Minnesota Twins, Blue Jays manager John Schneider announced an update on Yesavage’s status. Schneider said the right-hander is likely lined up for “one more minor-league start” scheduled for “probably middle of next week sometime,” according to Ben Nicholson-Smith of Sportsnet.

His pitch count is expected to rise again, with a target of around 70 pitches, and it remains unclear whether the outing will be at Single-A Dunedin or another minor-league affiliate.

Trey Yesavage had a good rehab start last night lining him up for likely “one more minor-league start” … “probably middle of next week sometime,” per John Schneider. Yesavage expected to build pitch count closer to 70 whether at Class A Dunedin or another minor-league affiliate.
— Ben Nicholson-Smith (@bnicholsonsmith) April 10, 2026

If Yesavage feels good after that next start, it could be his final tune-up before returning to the MLB rotation. And when he does return, it will be a major boost for Toronto. The 22-year-old debuted last September, rising through four levels of the Blue Jays system in one season.

He struck out 16 batters in 14 innings across his first three regular-season starts, earning Schneider’s trust heading into October. He rewarded that trust by helping Toronto reach the World Series.

The future remains bright for Yesavage, who was selected in the first round of the 2024 MLB Draft less than two years ago. His return would not only stabilize the rotation but also remind the Blue Jays why they view him as a long-term pillar of their championship window.

This article first appeared on Athlon Sports and was syndicated with permission.

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