Toronto Blue Jays right-hander José Berríos is seeking further evaluation for inflammation in his pitching elbow and is not currently throwing, the club confirmed. The decision to visit a specialist comes as the organization looks to gain more clarity on the nature and extent of the issue before determining next steps in his recovery.
Berríos, a key member of Toronto’s starting rotation in recent seasons, reported discomfort in his right elbow, prompting the Blue Jays’ medical staff to shut him down from throwing activities. With symptoms persisting, the team opted to have him examined by an elbow specialist to better understand the cause of the inflammation and to establish an appropriate treatment plan.
At this stage, details regarding the severity of the inflammation and any potential timetable for Berríos’ return to a throwing program have not been disclosed. The visit to a specialist is intended to provide a more comprehensive assessment, which will guide the Blue Jays in determining whether rest, rehabilitation, or additional intervention is required.
Toronto has relied heavily on Berríos as a stabilizing presence in its rotation, and his health is a significant factor in the club’s pitching depth moving forward. Until the medical evaluation is completed and the team receives further information, the Blue Jays are proceeding cautiously and prioritizing his long-term health over any immediate schedule considerations.
The club is expected to await the specialist’s findings before offering a detailed update on Berríos’ status. For now, he remains shut down from throwing while the inflammation is monitored and further diagnostic information is gathered. Any decisions on ramping up his activity level will depend on the medical recommendations that follow this consultation.
No additional specifics about imaging results, potential procedures, or a projected return date have been made public. The Blue Jays and Berríos will look to the specialist’s evaluation to determine the safest and most effective path forward as they manage the right-hander’s elbow inflammation.
