Mitch Bannon
@mitchbannon
#BlueJays writer for The Athletic
Every so often, Nathan Lukes wages war in the batter's box. What an at-bat:
On what sure felt like an emotional #BlueJays farewell for Kevin Gausman, unlocked for all to read: www.nytimes.com/athletic/748...
Asked Vladdy what his message would be to frustrated #BlueJays fans right now. His answer, through interpreter Hector Lebron:
Some takeaways from #BlueJays GM Ross Atkins meeting with the media today:
John Schneider's full response to Lauer's comments last night, on pitching behind an opener:
Also, this was Berríos’ MiLB headshot used tonight, back from 2017 in the Twins system. Tonight was his first rehab assignment ever, so he hasn’t been in a minor-league game in a decade, and never with the #BlueJays. Just a reminder how insanely durable this guy has been
#BlueJays RHP prospect Grant Rogers said he was "blessed to get an opportunity" to face a stacked Yankees lineup. The 6'7" starter found out NY's lineup this morning:
Eric Lauer is ready to be the #BlueJays’ 6th starter or long reliever to start the year. If he’s needed to do both, he will. But, it’s clear his preference is the rotation. His quotes after his outing today:
George Springer, smiling after a sim AB against Tyler Rogers: “I hit it!” #BlueJays
Asked to describe himself, Kazuma Okamoto said “serious and manly” through his interpreter. He let out a smile and laugh after #BlueJays
