Blue Jays near decision on Spencer Arrighetti’s potential debut
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 19, 2026, 12:12 AM
Last updated Aug 19, 2026
The Toronto Blue Jays could soon activate right-hander Spencer Arrighetti for his team debut. Manager John Schneider mentioned that Arrighetti's upcoming side session on August 19 will determine the next steps after he reported no pain during his last rehab outing with Triple-A Buffalo. Arrighetti has been sidelined since July 25 with Morton’s neuroma in his right foot. The Blue Jays acquired him from the Houston Astros at the trade deadline and aim to have him join their rotation amid ongoing injury challenges. Arrighetti is on track to potentially start against the New York Yankees later this month, depending on the result of his side session.
- •Spencer Arrighetti set for side session on August 19.
- •Blue Jays acquired Arrighetti from Astros at trade deadline.
- •He has been on the injured list since July 25.
- •Toronto's rotation has struggled with injuries this season.
- •Potential return against the Yankees on August 21 or 22.
- 12:12 AMYahoo Sports — Blue Jays Nearing Decision on Spencer Arrighetti’s Team Debut
"The Toronto Blue Jays could see right-hander Spencer Arrighetti make his team debut soon. Blue Jays manager John Schneider told Sportsnet’s Shi Davidi that Arrighetti’s next start could be for Toronto.There is still one hurdle to clear before the club makes that decision. Arrighetti is set for a side session on August 19, but could […] The post Blue Jays Nearing Decision on Spencer Arrighetti’s Team Debut appeared first on HEAVY.
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