A few interesting crumbs of information today. First I would like to share a video from MLB.com that analyzes Bautista's change in stance and approach at the plate since coming over to Toronto from Pittsburgh.
VIDEO
Secondly, sad news today. Apparently Morrow has been experiencing inflammation in his forearm and will be put on the 15 day-DL. If all goes well and the inflammation subsides he will only be expected to miss one of his regular season starts, but in reality I assume he will miss two or three. With it being the beginning of the season, and with the Jays pitching depth I see no reason as to why the Jays would rush his recovery. Rzepczynski seems to be an obvious candidate to move into the starting role as he has basically established himself on the opening day roster as a reliever, but with Jo-Jo Reyes' lack of options and the fact that the Jays don't want to lose him for nothing I wouldn't be surprised if Reyes' performance tonight against the Yankees will push him in or pull him out of contention for a few spot starts. The Blue Jays do have a break in their schedule after they open the season series against the Twins, which means that the could skip the 5th starter and let Ricky pitch on a regular five days rest. That would give the club the ability to watch Morrow carefully without having to make a major roster decision. I expect that Rzep will get the start and Reyes will start the year out of the bullpen but tonight's game (thankfully being televised) could change their perception on Reyes' readiness.
G.
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