Toronto Blue Jays

Chris Bassitt allowed three earned runs on four hits and one walk while striking out four over six innings in Wednesday's 6-1 loss to the Royals.

Fantasy Impact: This outing did little to reassure fantasy managers given his ballooning 5.45 ERA and 1.68 WHIP through seven starts this season. The high BABIP (.359) suggests some bad luck, but the underlying metrics, including a low 1.89 K/BB ratio, indicate that Bassitt's struggles may not be entirely fluky. His inability to limit runs and control the game is becoming a concerning trend for fantasy rosters. Managers should consider other options or seek trade opportunities if this pattern persists.

Danny Jansen went 1-for-4 with a solo home run in the Blue Jays' 6-1 defeat against the Royals.

Fantasy Impact: This performance brings a slight uptick to his season batting average, now sitting at .267 through ten games. Jansen's power display, accounting for his third homer of the season, offers a glimmer of hope for fantasy managers in need of catching depth, especially in leagues that reward power metrics. However, his high strikeout rate in this game (two strikeouts) continues to be a concern, potentially capping his overall fantasy upside.

Daulton Varsho returns to the lineup for the Toronto Blue Jays against the Kansas City Royals Wednesday. (Source: Toronto Blue Jays on Twitter)

Fantasy Impact: Varsho is back after sitting out Tuesday for rest reasons, patrolling center field and batting fifth against the Royals Wednesday.

Justin Turner is missing from the lineup for the Toronto Blue Jays against the Kansas City Royals Wednesday. (Source: Toronto Blue Jays on Twitter )

Fantasy Impact: Turner will receive the afternoon off for general rest, with Daniel Vogelbach occupying the designated hitter spot and batting cleanup against the Royals Wednesday.

Jose Berrios allowed two earned runs on five hits and one walk while striking out three over seven innings against the Royals on Tuesday.

Fantasy Impact: Berrios' season-long marks, including a stellar 1.44 ERA and 1.01 WHIP, suggest he's been effective at suppressing runs and base runners. However, his low K/9 rate of 6.4 and a FIP of 4.13 indicate potential regression, especially if his BABIP of .231 starts to normalize. Fantasy managers should monitor Berrios closely despite his strong performance so far.

The Blue Jays have placed Yariel Rodriguez on the 15-day IL with thoracic spine inflammation. (Source: Blue Jays on Twitter)

Fantasy Impact: Rodriguez reported feeling soreness in his back after his start on Monday. After further evaluation on Tuesday, he will head to the injured list. Zach Pop has been recalled from Triple-A Buffalo to take his spot on the roster.

Bo Bichette returns to the lineup for the Toronto Blue Jays against the Kansas City Royals Tuesday. (Source: Toronto Blue Jays on Twitter)

Fantasy Impact: Bichette is back after taking a seat on the bench for Monday’s series opener for routine rest, starting at shortstop and batting third against the Royals Tuesday.

Nate Pearson notched his second save of the season, allowing two hits and striking out one in a scoreless inning as the Blue Jays edged the Royals 6-5.

Fantasy Impact: This outing, while not flawless, showcased Pearson's ability to handle pressure situations despite allowing some traffic on the bases. His season ERA remains impressive at 1.80, and his WHIP, although a bit high at 1.40, hasn't stopped him from being effective. Holding onto Pearson in fantasy leagues could pay off, especially if he continues to secure save opportunities, but be wary of potential bumps given the hits allowed in tight scenarios.

Vladimir Guerrero Jr. is in the midst of a slump, slashing just .192/.250/.231 with one RBI and nine strikeouts over his last seven games.

Fantasy Impact: Guerrero’s struggles stem back further that just the last seven games. He is slashing .218/.323/.336, with three home runs, and 10 RBI in 110 at-bats this season. The concerning stat is the 27 strikeouts in 29 games this season, putting the 25-year-old on pace for the highest strikeout rate of his career.

Alejandro Kirk collected three hits with a home run on Sunday against the Dodgers.

Fantasy Impact: Kirk hit his first home run of the season, which was one of his three hits on the afternoon. He is slashing .206/.297/.270 on the year.

Jordan Romano threw a clean inning on Sunday against the Dodgers.

Fantasy Impact: Romano needed just 11 pitches with two strikeouts to record his fourth save on the season.

Kevin Gausman allowed one run on five hits over seven innings with five strikeouts on Sunday against the Dodgers.

Fantasy Impact: The lone knock against Gausman came via a solo home run hit by Freddie Freeman. He did not allow any free passes en route to his first win on the season. He is scheduled to face the Nationals next.

George Springer is back in the lineup for the Toronto Blue Jays against the Los Angeles Dodgers Sunday. (Source: Toronto Blue Jays on Twitter)

Fantasy Impact: Springer returns after sitting out for general rest Saturday, patrolling right field and batting leadoff against the Dodgers Sunday.

Yusei Kikuchi endured a rough outing, allowing four earned runs on nine hits and striking out three over six innings in Saturday's 4-2 loss to the Dodgers.

Fantasy Impact: Despite not issuing any walks, Kikuchi's performance was marred by the Dodgers' ability to capitalize on their hits. This game nudges his ERA up to 2.94 and his WHIP to 1.16 for the season, slightly dimming the luster of his otherwise solid start to the year. His strikeout rate took a minor hit, but maintaining a high K/9 and a strong strikeout-to-walk ratio continues to keep him relevant in fantasy circles. While this outing might raise eyebrows, Kikuchi's overall metrics suggest he remains a viable fantasy option, though perhaps with a bit more caution attached.

Ricky Tiedemann underwent an MRI that didn’t reveal any structural damage in his left elbow. (Source: MLB.com)

Fantasy Impact: Tiedemann is expected to resume throwing in the next 7-10 days. "We're confident he'll be back throwing again pretty soon," manager John Schneider said from his office at Rogers Centre. "That's the best possible news." The Blue Jays will likely be cautious with him.

The Blue Jays recalled Brendon Little from Triple-A Buffalo. (Source: Toronto Blue Jays on Twitter)

Fantasy Impact: Little has been called up with Bowden Francis landing on the injured list. He should hold a relief role in the Blue Jays bullpen.

The Blue Jays placed Bowden Francis on the 15-day injured list with right forearm extensor tendinitis. (Source: Toronto Blue Jays on Twitter)

Fantasy Impact: Francis will be sidelined for at least the next couple of weeks. He has posted an 8.59 ERA across 14 2/3 innings so far this season.

The Blue Jays placed Kevin Kiermaier on the 10-day IL with left hip flexor inflammation. (Source: Blue Jays on Twitter )

Fantasy Impact: Kiermaier was removed from Tuesday’s game with a hip injury. The team recalled Addison Barger from Triple-A Buffalo in a corresponding move.

The Blue Jays have recalled Addison Barger from Triple-A Buffalo. (Source: Blue Jays on Twitter)

Fantasy Impact: Barger will make his MLB debut when he starts in left field and hits eighth against Kansas City. He is taking Kevin Kiermaier’s spot on the roster and is likely to fill a utility role while with the Jays.

Alek Manoah (shoulder) is scheduled to make another rehab start with Triple-A Buffalo on Wednesday or Thursday. (Source: Ben-Nicholson Smith on Twitter)

Fantasy Impact: Manoah was able to improve his command and had better results in his last rehab outing. Fantasy managers should expect a decision on when Manoah will return to the Blue Jays soon.