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Blue Jays place closer Jordan Romano on IL with recurring back issues, recall Nate Pearson

  • Romano was placed on 15-day IL due to sore lower back, an issue he's dealt with previously
  • Romano left All-Star Game in July and didn't pitch again until July 20 due to back problems
  • During recent outing, Romano appeared uncomfortable on mound before being replaced
  • Romano is tied for AL lead with 28 saves and has 2.79 ERA this season
  • Blue Jays called up right-hander Nate Pearson from Triple-A to take Romano's roster spot
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