The Toronto Blue Jays' bullpen has had a challenging season, particularly evident in their recent 7-1 loss to the Chicago White Sox. Amid injuries, including Max Scherzer's thumb ailment, the team has relied heavily on its relievers to step up. Spencer Turnbull shared insights on maintaining a 'next man up' mentality, emphasizing flexibility and preparedness. Despite the struggles, the bullpen has shown resilience, boasting a respectable 3.61 ERA, ranking 11th in MLB.

In this particular game, Turnbull's outing was rocky, allowing four runs, but the latter relievers, including Braydon Fisher and others, managed to hold down the fort for six scoreless innings. Manager John Schneider recognized the efforts, indicating a strategy of balancing current game needs with future planning, especially with Scherzer nearing a return.