"Chase Lee was number 20 when he made his debut with the Blue Jays. He pitched 1.1 innings in a 5-0 loss to the Boston Red Sox on Apr. 27."
"Of the 21 pitchers, six of them were not a part of the Blue Jays' Opening Day roster. Lazaro Estrada was called up from Triple-A following Cody Ponce's season-ending injury."
"Mantiply is the only reliever the Blue Jays have brought in who has lasted more than one outing. Mantiply has handled himself relatively well in his 12 appearances."
The Toronto Blue Jays struggled at the start of the 2026 season, primarily due to injuries affecting their starting rotation. They utilized 21 pitchers, including six not on the Opening Day roster. Chase Lee debuted as the 20th pitcher, followed by Trey Yesavage. Lazaro Estrada was called up after Cody Ponce's injury but was soon optioned back. Austin Voth and Joe Mantiply were also brought in, with Mantiply being the only reliever to last beyond one outing. The team's pitching injuries have significantly increased the number of pitchers needed.
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