Shane Bieber struggles in Blue Jays' loss to Nationals ahead of trade deadline
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 29, 2026, 6:39 AM
Last updated Jul 29, 2026
Shane Bieber had a rough outing for the Toronto Blue Jays against the Washington Nationals on July 28, allowing four earned runs in just 0.2 innings pitched. The start raised concerns about his trade value ahead of the August 3 MLB trade deadline, as the Blue Jays are unlikely to make the playoffs. Despite this poor performance, Bieber had shown improvement in his recent outings. Following the game, he acknowledged difficulties gripping the ball and did not excuse his poor showing. The loss brought the Blue Jays' record to 49-59 for the season, and Vladimir Guerrero Jr. exited the game with a right hamstring injury.
- •Bieber allows 4 earned runs and 6 walks in 0.2 innings
- •Blue Jays lose to Nationals 8-6, falling to 49-59 this season
- •Bieber's control issues arose from a gripping problem
- •Vladimir Guerrero Jr. leaves the game due to a hamstring injury
- •Trade deadline is August 3; Bieber expected to be dealt
- 6:39 AMYahoo Sports — Shane Bieber Reacts After Disastrous Start for Blue Jays
"Toronto Blue Jays starting pitcher Shane Bieber reacted following his disastrous start against the Washington Nationals on Tuesday night. With the MLB trade deadline coming up on August 3, the Blue Jays are likely to deal Bieber, an impending free agent, since Toronto is unlikely to make the playoffs and contenders are always looking for […] The post Shane Bieber Reacts After Disastrous Start for Blue Jays appeared first on HEAVY.
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