Shane Bieber struggles in first inning for Blue Jays against Nationals

Shane Bieber faced difficulties on the mound for the Toronto Blue Jays during their game against the Washington Nationals on July 29, 2026. Bieber walked six of the nine batters he confronted in the first inning, leading to a challenging outing where he failed to complete the frame. This performance is marked as Bieber's career-worst for walks in a start. The veteran pitcher expressed disappointment post-game, acknowledging the need to improve his early innings following recent recovery from elbow issues. The Blue Jays manager decided to limit Bieber's pitch count, expecting a more effective return to form in upcoming games.

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