Jose Berrios undergoing elbow surgery in Blue Jays pitching crusher
José Berríos is set to undergo elbow surgery, which may result in him missing the entire season. The Blue Jays pitcher has been dealing with elbow inflammation and will have his condition evaluated for potential ligament damage. This situation adds to a challenging period for Berríos, who has faced injuries over the past months.
- ▪Berríos will have surgery to repair a stress fracture and loose bodies in his elbow.
- ▪He is expected to miss at least a couple of months, with the possibility of missing the entire season.
- ▪The Blue Jays' rotation is already missing several key pitchers, including Shane Bieber and Max Scherzer.
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MLB Jose Berrios undergoing elbow surgery in Blue Jays pitching crusher By Ryan Dunleavy Published May 16, 2026, 8:24 p.m. ET José Berríos’ delayed start to the season could turn into a full missed season. The Blue Jays’ right-hander, who has been sidelined since elbow inflammation was first detected as he geared up to pitch for Puerto Rico in the World Baseball Classic, will undergo surgery Wednesday to repair a stress fracture and loose bodies in his elbow. Blue Jays manager John Schneider said that Dr. Keith Meister will also evaluate Berríos for possible ligament damage. Berríos is expected to miss at least a couple of months, which could turn into the entire season if worst-case fears are realized or if the Blue Jays are out of the playoff hunt when he could return.
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