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TORONTO – The Toronto Blue Jays reinstated right-handed closer Jordan Romano and right-handed reliever Erik Swanson from the 15-day injured list and activated them for Tuesday’s game against the New York Yankees.
Romano, of Markham, Ont., had been on the IL since March 25 with right elbow inflammation while Swanson was listed the same day with right forearm inflammation.
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Both were with the team Tuesday after completing rehab assignments with Triple-A Buffalo.
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Toronto optioned right-handed pitcher Nate Pearson to Triple-A and designated right-hander Mitch White for assignment to make room on the roster.
The Blue Jays are starting to get healthy after opening the season with several players on the IL. Catcher Danny Jansen, who broke his right wrist on March 13, was reinstated for Monday’s series opener against New York.
Starting pitcher Alek Manoah (shoulder) continues to rehabilitate. He is scheduled to hold a side session Wednesday in Toronto and play for Buffalo on Friday in Columbus.
The Blue Jays, who entered the game with a 9-8 record, were scheduled to finish their series with New York on Wednesday before starting a seven-game road trip on Friday in San Diego.
This report was first published by The Canadian Press on April 16, 2024.
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