Trey Yesavage is making strides toward his return to Major League Baseball. The young right-handed pitcher had his fourth rehab outing of the season on Tuesday, playing for the Triple-A Buffalo Bisons against the Columbus Clippers.
Yesavage’s Performance Overview
During his latest appearance, Yesavage threw for 2.1 innings, giving up four runs, with two being unearned. He struggled significantly with his command, particularly in the third inning, where he issued three walks.
Game Statistics
- Innings Pitched: 2.1
- Earned Runs: 2
- Total Runs Allowed: 4
- Hits Allowed: 2
- Walks: 4
- Strikeouts: 2
- Pitches Thrown: 64
- Strikes: 37
- Fastball Average: 94.3 mph
Despite the rough outing, Yesavage showed moments of promise. He began the game well, retiring two of the first three batters without issue. However, a fielding error led to the first run for the Clippers, as he bobbled a grounder from Nolan Jones.
Challenges in the Third Inning
The third inning was particularly taxing for Yesavage. He allowed a double and issued three walks, resulting in additional runs for Columbus. The pressure mounted, and Brendan Cellucci later entered the game, allowing a sacrifice fly that added to the Clippers’ score.
Rehabilitation Journey
Yesavage’s journey back to the majors began with an injury earlier this season. He was on the injured list due to a shoulder impingement that flared during spring training. Prior to this outing, he appeared in two games with Class-A Dunedin and one with Buffalo.
In his last game, Yesavage managed to strike out five batters over 4.1 innings, showing signs of his potential. The Blue Jays are hopeful for his return, as the rotation is currently missing several key players, including José Berríos, Shane Bieber, and Cody Ponce.
Future Outlook
As Yesavage continues his rehab process, the focus will be on his command and endurance. The goal for future outings is to reach around 75 pitches, and possibly even 80 pitches in alignment with the Blue Jays’ plans.
The organization remains optimistic that a strong performance in upcoming games will facilitate a swift return to the major leagues for Yesavage, enhancing their pitching depth in a challenging season.
