Daulton Varsho progressing well, could play outfield by Opening Day

by Bruno Mulé | Blue Jays Correspondent | Thu, Mar 13th 11:48am EDT

Daulton Varsho (shoulder) threw out to around 105 feet Thursday and could be cleared to play the outfield by the time the Blue Jays open their season March 27 against the Orioles, Keegan Matheson of MLB.com reports. (Keegan Matheson)

Daulton Varsho was throwing around 105ft today, similar to recent days.

Varsho has two weeks until Opening Day. It's still very possible he needs some extra time to ramp up his throwing all the way, but given how complicated shoulder rehabs can be, he's in a fine spot. #BlueJays
— Keegan Matheson (@KeeganMatheson) March 13, 2025

Fantasy Impact:

Varsho continues to make steady progress in his recovery from right shoulder surgery, which initially put his Opening Day status in doubt. While he hasn’t yet resumed outfield duties, he has been a full participant in his hitting progression, going 5-for-16 with three home runs as a designated hitter in Grapefruit League action. Given his Gold Glove-caliber defense, Toronto will likely be cautious with his return to the field, potentially using him as a DH early in the season until he's fully cleared for outfield duties.

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