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Wed Mar 2719:25Jordan Romano, Erik Swanson Officially Heading To Injured List
Toronto Blue Jays relievers Jordan Romano (elbow) and Erik Swanson (forearm) will officially open the 2024 season on the injured list, according to manager John Schneider. As a result, Nate Pearson and Wes Parsons will open the year in Toronto's bullpen. Swanson has already resumed playing catch, while the Blue Jays hope Romano can begin throwing off a mound next week. Hopefully, both pitchers will be able to return in the middle of April, but there's no guarantee. Romano should be stashed in an IL spot in all fantasy leagues for the time being. With both Romano and Swanson on the shelf, the Blue Jays are expected to roll with a closer-by-committee approach, consisting of arms like Chad Green, Yimi Garcia and Tim Mayza.
Source: Sportsnet.ca - Shi DavidiRotoBaller.com
Mon Mar 2512:30Jordan Romano, Erik Swanson To Start On Injured List
Toronto Blue Jays manager John Schneider said that it's "reasonable to say" that both closer Jordan Romano (elbow) and late-inning reliever Erik Swanson (forearm) will start the season on the injured list. The Blue Jays haven't made any official moves yet, though, because starter Kevin Gausman's (shoulder) status will play into the pitching puzzle. Ideally, Romano and Swanson are on a mound building up their arms next week. This was the way things had been trending for a while, but the good news is that both relievers could be ready to go when they are eligible to come off the IL in April. The injury to the 30-year-old Romano definitely puts a chip in his fantasy value as one of the top closers in baseball. Yimi Garcia should be considered the favorite for save chances early on in Toronto, but Chad Green could also be involved in the ninth inning.
Source: MLB.com - Keegan MathesonRotoBaller.com
Tue Mar 1910:55Erik Swanson Dealing With Forearm Tightness
Toronto Blue Jays reliever Erik Swanson experienced tightness in his forearm and underwent an MRI. According to Jays manager John Schneider, there was no injury and no inflammation, so the 30-year-old will be shut down for "a day or two." The veteran had four saves and 29 holds for the Jays last season and figures to be an important part of the bullpen in 2024. With fellow reliever and top-10 fantasy closer option Jordan Romano dealing with an injury as well, this situation should be monitored since Swanson would likely be next in line for save chances. However, neither pitcher's injury sounds serious and both still appear to be on track to be ready by Opening Day.
Source: Sportsnet - Hazel MaeRotoBaller.com
Mon Sep 18 202300:13Erik Swanson Can’t Convert Save Sunday
Toronto Blue Jays relief pitcher Erik Swanson couldn't hold down the Boston Red Sox in the ninth inning of Sunday's game, blowing the save in what would end up being a 3-2 Jays win. Filling in for a resting Jordan Romano, Swanson made quick work of the first two hitters he faced before giving up a game-tying home run to Rafael Devers. He would end up grabbing the win in this one, so fantasy managers in deeper leagues who are rostering Swanson will probably take the result. The 30-year-old has been as advertised this year after being acquired for Teoscar Hernandez last offseason by the Bluebirds, as he has pitched to a 3.06 ERA and 1.07 WHIP. Unfortunately, he isn't likely to see many save opportunities unless Romano sustains an injury.
Source: MLB.comRotoBaller.com
Sun Aug 27 202312:19Erik Swanson Goes On 15-Day Injured List
The Toronto Blue Jays placed right-hander Erik Swanson (spine) on the 15-day injured list on Sunday with thoracic-spine inflammation and recalled right-hander Jay Jackson from Triple-A Buffalo in a corresponding move. Swanson was injured during his appearances in Saturday's game against the Cleveland Guardians, and now he'll miss at least the next two weeks of action. It's an injury that could very well sidelined the 29-year-old reliever for the rest of the 2023 season. It's a tough blow for Toronto's bullpen, as Swanson has been strong in his first year for the Jays, posting a 3.10 ERA (3.28 FIP), 1.09 WHIP, a career-high four saves, 19 walks and 67 strikeouts in 58 relief innings.
Source: Blue Jays TwitterRotoBaller.com
Sat Aug 26 202318:45Erik Swanson Exits Early On Saturday
Toronto Blue Jays relief pitcher Erik Swanson (back) was forced to exit early during Saturday's game against the Cleveland Guardians. The right-hander only faced two batters before leaving the game due to back discomfort. This is tough news as Swanson has been a key part in high-leverage situations this season. The hope is that it's a minor injury and Swanson will be able to avoid a trip to the injured list. Fantasy managers will have to check back for another update on his status.
Source: Toronto Blue JaysRotoBaller.com
Sat Aug 5 202322:30Erik Swanson Earns Shaky Save On Saturday
Toronto Blue Jays right-hander Erik Swanson allowed one earned run on three hits over a 2/3 of an inning in Saturday's 5-4 win over the Boston Red Sox. He picked up his fourth save of the season. The 29-year-old entered the game in the ninth inning with a two-run lead and one out. Swanson allowed three straight singles before finally getting out of the jam with a double play. He is now earned a save in his last two appearances. Swanson owns a 3.58 ERA, 1.17 WHIP, and a 57: 18 K: BB across 50 1/3 innings. The Blue Jays acquired Jordan Hicks from the Cardinals before the MLB trade deadline. Hicks notched his first save with the Blue Jays in Friday's win against the Red Sox. Swanson will likely take a backseat to Hicks but could earn some save chances while Toronto's primary closer, Jordan Romano (back), is sidelined. Fantasy managers in deep-league formats searching for saves can look to add Swanson.
Source: MLBRotoBaller.com
Wed Aug 2 202323:35Erik Swanson Earns Save On Wednesday
Toronto Blue Jays relief pitcher Erik Swanson was called upon to shut the door versus the Baltimore Orioles on Wednesday. The Jays are searching for a closer after Jordan Romano (back) went on the injured list. The expectation is that they will by closer-by-committee until Romano is back. Newcomer Jordan Hicks pitched the eighth inning on Wednesday, but faced the heart of the order. Swanson allowed a hit, but was able to strike out two batters and secure his third save of the season. Fantasy managers will have to wait and see what the Jays do going forward. However, fantasy managers should keep Swanson on their radar for now.
Source: MLB.comRotoBaller.com
Sun Jul 30 202311:05Erik Swanson Part Of Closer-By-Committee Setup?
Toronto Blue Jays relief pitcher Erik Swanson should see increased save chances with closer Jordan Romano (back) sent to the 15-day injured list on Saturday. Yimi Garcia, who has pitched the ninth inning in Toronto's last two outings, appears to have a slight edge for closing work with Tim Mayza also potentially in the mix while Romano is out. Perhaps Swanson, owner of a 6.39 ERA in his prior 12 2/3 frames, isn't necessarily the favorite for saves at the moment. However, the right-hander remains a worthwhile speculative fantasy waiver add with the Jays having produced the sixth-most save opportunities (49) as a team this year. Toronto likely searches for bullpen help at the trade deadline, though.
Source: Ben Nicholson-SmithRotoBaller.com
Wed Jul 12 202309:41Erik Swanson Produces Strong First Half
Toronto Blue Jays right-hander Erik Swanson has been a reliable arm in the club's bullpen thus far, posting a 3.16 ERA, 29.1% strikeout rate, and 0.98 WHIP with one save and 21 holds over 42 games. The 29-year-old should remain in a high-leverage role for the rest of the season, and with Jordan Romano's (back) potential injury, there might be a chance for some save opportunities. Fantasy managers in hold leagues can keep rostering Swanson, and those in standard formats can pick him up off the waiver wire, depending on Romano's status.
Source: MLB.comRotoBaller.com
Wed Nov 16 202211:48Blue Jays Get Erik Swanson, Adam Macko From M's
The Toronto Blue Jays are acquiring reliever Erik Swanson and left-handed pitching prospect Adam Macko from the Seattle Mariners on Wednesday in exchange for outfielder Teoscar Hernandez. Swanson was a very reliable setup man for the Mariners last year, posting a 1.68 ERA, 0.91 WHIP, three saves, 14 holds, 70 walks and only 10 strikeouts in 53 2/3 innings. The 29-year-old right-hander now moves to the tough American League East, where he'll be a setup man for closer Jordan Romano. Macko, 21, was ranked as Seattle's No. 8 prospect by MLB Pipeline before the trade. The young southpaw will be a long-term option for Toronto's rotation down the line. He made eight starts for High-A Everett in 2022, going 0-2 with a 3.99 ERA, 1.38 WHIP, 60 strikeouts and 20 walks in 38 1/3 innings pitched.
Source: The Seattle Times - Ryan DivishRotoBaller.com
Tue Jun 7 202210:30Erik Swanson To Make One More Rehab Outing
Seattle Mariners relief pitcher Erik Swanson (elbow) began a rehab assignment at High-A Everett this past Saturday. He is slated to make one more rehab appearance with the team before rejoining the Mariners during the team's upcoming homestand, which spans from June 10 to June 19. The right-hander has been a dependable arm out of the Mariners' pen this year. Over 13 appearances, he's pitched to a 1.29 ERA and a 0.79 WHIP while compiling three holds and converting each of his two save opportunities.
Source: MLB.comRotoBaller.com
Sun Aug 1 202121:32Erik Swanson Blows Save, Takes Loss Sunday
Seattle Mariners relief pitcher Erik Swanson was given the save opportunity against the Texas Rangers Sunday, and it did not go well. He gave up three runs on three hits without recording an out, leaving him with his first blown save and first loss on the season. Swanson was in this position because both Diego Castillo and Paul Sewald had pitched on back-to-back days, and he isn't expected to receive more save opportunities. Swanson has been quite effective this year with a 1.86 ERA and 0.93 WHIP in 19 1/3 innings, but he doesn't belong on fantasy rosters.
Source: MLB.comRotoBaller.com