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.