Toronto hands Trey Yesavage a late-season MLB debut, opening a four-game set with the Rays. The 22-year-old right-hander roared through five levels in 2025 after the 2024 first-round pick dominated college, finishing with eye-popping minor-league numbers—160 strikeouts in 98 innings and a stingy .158 opponent average. The Jays preview a measured, potentially short leash start as they gauge his upside in a playoff-chasing stretch at Steinbrenner Field.

Yesavage’s unique over-the-top delivery and plus swing-and-miss arsenal—a fastball with late life, a sharp slider, and a deceptive splitter—give Toronto a high-upside option. While walks (41 in 98 innings) raise concerns, manager John Schneider stressed transparency and a clear path, with no innings limit announced. Family and confidants will be watching as the dream becomes reality.

Blue Jays rally from a 4-2 hole to stun the Orioles 5-4, riding Addison Barger’s fifth-inning homer and Alejandro Kirk’s ninth-inning sacrifice fly. Kirk also delivered an eighth-inning RBI single to keep Toronto within one as Joey Loperfido added a late RBI hit. Baltimore tagged early against Tomoyuki Sugano, with Gunnar Henderson and Coby Mayo providing key early and late offense, while Max Scherzer worked five for Toronto. Bieber may settle the finale as Baltimore halves look to bullpen-day.

Week 18 of the 2025 fantasy baseball season brings a host of starting pitcher waiver wire pickups that can bolster your roster. Eric Lauer has emerged as a standout for the Toronto Blue Jays, boasting a formidable 2.61 ERA and six wins. Ryne Nelson of the Arizona Diamondbacks has also shown consistency with a stellar 3.29 ERA over his last five starts. Baltimore's Dean Kremer remains a polarizing figure with eight wins but inconsistent outings, while Jose Soriano from the Angels offers an impressive 68.5% ground ball rate. Will Warren of the Yankees is an intriguing option if he can maintain his strikeout ability despite a high ERA.

For deeper leagues, Nick Martinez from the Reds provides reliable innings, while Zebby Matthews is showing promise after a strong outing against the Nationals. Luis Severino has turned a corner recently, exhibiting potential as a backend rotation piece. Kumar Rocker, who is adapting his pitch mix, could be a gem moving forward. Joe Boyle's recent promotion in Tampa adds to a growing list of options for fantasy managers looking to fill gaps in their pitching rotations.

The Toronto Blue Jays displayed their potent offense in a commanding 11-4 victory over the Detroit Tigers, showcasing their ability to capitalize on pitching mistakes. Vladimir Guerrero Jr. tied the game with a double, setting the stage for Ernie Clement's three-run homer that broke the game open. Despite a recent slump in home runs, Clement's blast marked a significant turnaround in the team's power display, leading to a five-run inning.

Toronto's offensive resurgence has been instrumental in their impressive 45-22 run since May 8, the best record in MLB over that span. The Blue Jays' strategic base running and timely hitting have propelled them to the top of the American League standings. Left-hander Eric Lauer's stellar performance, allowing only one run over eight innings, adds to the team's success story as they continue to push for a playoff position.

The Toronto Blue Jays have recently surged to the top of the AL East standings, highlighted by a historic four-game sweep of the New York Yankees at home, a first in franchise history. This offensive onslaught included scoring at least eight runs in three of those four games. Even in this impressive run, star player Vladimir Guerrero Jr. has been less than 100%, managing only a couple of hits over four games against the Yankees. Health updates reveal he could return to the lineup soon, albeit not at full strength.

For the upcoming series versus the Los Angeles Angels, the Blue Jays will likely rely on backup infielder Will Wagner to cover first base in place of Guerrero. The team also transferred Anthony Santander to the 60-day injured list, compounding their injury woes. On the mound, Eric Lauer, boasting a solid 2.60 ERA, is set to start, providing hopeful prospects for continuing their winning streak.