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Blue Jays Designate Swanson, Place Francis on IL and Promote Two Relievers

The club has reshuffled its relief corps to address recurring shoulder injuries

Jun 3, 2025; Toronto, Ontario, CAN; Toronto Blue Jays starting pitcher Bowden Francis (44) throws a pitch against the Philadelphia Phillies during the first inning at Rogers Centre. Mandatory Credit: Nick Turchiaro-Imagn Images/File Photo
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Toronto Blue Jays starting pitcher Bowden Francis (44) stands on the mound after issuing a walk to Minnesota Twins' Willi Castro (50) during the second inning of a baseball game Sunday, June 8, 2025, in Minneapolis. (AP Photo/Abbie Parr)

Overview

  • The Blue Jays designated veteran right-hander Erik Swanson for assignment after he posted a 15.19 ERA and 2.438 WHIP in six appearances this season.
  • Right-hander Bowden Francis was placed on the 15-day injured list with a shoulder impingement after recording a 6.05 ERA and 1.531 WHIP over 64 innings.
  • Toronto recalled right-hander Paxton Schultz from Triple-A Buffalo after he posted a 3.06 ERA and 1.245 WHIP in his MLB debut stretch of 17.2 innings.
  • Left-hander Justin Bruihl was selected to the major-league roster following his March signing and 79 big-league appearances over four seasons.
  • These moves aim to bolster a bullpen that has struggled with injuries and inconsistency as the Jays hold the second American League wild-card spot at 38-33.