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Resumes throwing program Swanson (forearm) resumed a throwing program Wednesday and "felt good," per Blue Jays manager John Schneider, Hazel Mae of Sportsnet reports.

Impact It's the beginning of what will be a deliberate ramp-up as Swanson works his way back from a median nerve entrapment in his right forearm. The right-handed reliever will begin the season on the 15-day injured list and should be expected to miss at least the first month or so of the season.

3 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

To resume throwing soon Blue Jays manager John Schneider said Tuesday that Swanson (forearm) will resume a throwing program Wednesday or Thursday, Hazel Mae of Sportsnet reports.

Impact It will be the beginning of what Schneider referred to as a "normal-ish, maybe a little bit of an accelerated ramp-up" similar to what pitchers do at the start of spring training. Given that timetable, it sounds like Swanson will probably miss most, it not all, of April, as he works his way back from a median nerve entrapment in his right forearm.

5 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Deadspin | Reports: Blue Jays RHP Erik Swanson has carpal tunnel syndrome Deadspin | Reports: Blue Jays RHP Erik Swanson has carpal tunnel syndrome

MARCH 14 • DEADSPIN.COM

Reports: Blue Jays RHP Erik Swanson has carpal tunnel syndrome Toronto Blue Jays right-hander Erik Swanson received relatively good news when an MRI earlier this week on his pitching elbow revealed no st...

MARCH 14 • NEWSOBSERVER.COM

Has nerve issue in forearm Swanson has been diagnosed with a median nerve entrapment in his right forearm, Keegan Matheson of MLB.com reports.

Impact Swanson has had recurring issues with his forearm/elbow and now there's an explanation as to what's going on. All things considered, it's a favorable diagnosis, although it's not clear when he might be ready to pitch in games again. For now, Swanson will be shut down from throwing for a couple days before the next steps are decided. He is expected to begin the season on the 15-day injured list.

MARCH 14 • ROTOWIRE

Three relievers the Blue Jays can target to replace Erik Swanson if he's out long-term The Toronto Blue Jays may need another...

MARCH 12 • BLUEJAYSNATION.COM

Deadspin | Blue Jays setup man Erik Swanson to see elbow surgeon Deadspin | Blue Jays setup man Erik Swanson to see elbow surgeon

MARCH 10 • DEADSPIN.COM

Swanson (elbow) to consult with orthopedic surgeon DUNEDIN, Fla. -- Blue Jays manager John Schneider has had to say Dr. Keith Meister’s name too many times over the past year. Early Monday, S...

MARCH 10 • MLB.COM

Report: Blue Jays' Erik Swanson set to get second opinion on elbow injury According to

MARCH 10 • BLUEJAYSNATION.COM

Meeting with doctor Thursday Swanson (forearm/elbow) will meet with Dr. Keith Meister in Texas on Thursday, Arden Zwelling of Sportsnet.ca reports.

Impact Swanson has been slowed by forearm and elbow issues this spring. Blue Jays manager John Schneider referred to Swanson's arm issues as "a little bit of a recurring theme," and the goal with Thursday's exam is to "nail down exactly what's going on." More clarity on Swanson's situation is anticipated after Thursday's meeting, but the reliever is expected to begin the season on the injured list regardless of what comes out of the exam.

MARCH 10 • ROTOWIRE

Blue Jays reliever Erik Swanson sidelined with elbow soreness Run of hard luck at spring training continues for Blue Jays right hander after latest setback

MARCH 8 • TORONTOSUN.COM

Toronto Blue Jays Likely to Have Key Reliever Start Season on Injured List The Toronto Blue Jays are dealing with an unfortunate injury situation right now as key reliever Erik Swanson has been shut down from throwi...

MARCH 7 • SI.COM

IL stint likely Swanson (forearm) is expected to begin the season on the injured list after he experienced right elbow discomfort after a bullpen session this week, Arden Zwelling of Sportsnet.ca...

Impact The Blue Jays are awaiting the results an MRI, which could provide some clarity on how long the 31-year-old will be sidelined. After operating as a reliable high-leverage reliever from 2021 to 2023, Swanson struggled to a 5.03 ERA across 45 appearances last season.

MARCH 7 • ROTOWIRE

Throws off mound Swanson (forearm) threw 10 pitches off a mound Tuesday, MLB.com reports.

Impact Swanson is a little behind at the beginning of Blue Jays camp due to right forearm fatigue. He was never totally shut down, though, and now that he's progressed to mound work, things are continuing to move in the right direction. Swanson should be fine for Opening Day, barring a setback.

FEBRUARY 21 • ROTOWIRE

Blue Jays' Erik Swanson behind schedule after experiencing forearm fatigue, club optimistic he'll avoid IL The start of spring training is finally here, as Toronto Blue Jays pit...

FEBRUARY 13 • BLUEJAYSNATION.COM

Nursing forearm fatigue Blue Jays manager John Schneider said Thursday that Swanson will be "a little behind" due to right forearm fatigue, Keegan Matheson of MLB.com reports.

Impact The club is playing things cautiously with the reliever early on in camp but believes Swanson will have enough time to be ready for Opening Day. Swanson struggled in 2024 with a 5.03 ERA and 37:14 K:BB while allowing 11 home runs over 39.1 innings. However, if healthy, his track record (2.39 ERA, 31 percent strikeout rate from 2022 to 2023) suggests a bounce-back season should be in store.

FEBRUARY 13 • ROTOWIRE

Blue Jays suggested trade lands $14M batting champ for Erik Swanson, Addison Barger | Sporting News Should the Toronto Blue Jays go all-in by making this trade with the San Diego Padres?

FEBRUARY 7 • SPORTINGNEWS.COM

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JANUARY 19 • BLUEJAYSNATION.COM

Avoids arbitration with Toronto Swanson agreed to a one-year deal with the Blue Jays on Friday to avoid arbitration, Shi Davidi of Sportsnet.ca reports.

Impact Swanson will stick around in Toronto for a third straight season after being acquired from the Mariners in November of 2022. Swanson spent most of the 2024 regulars season in the majors, and across 45 outings with the Blue Jays, he posted a 5.03 ERA and 1.27 WHIP over 39.1 innings. The 31-year-old will provide right-handed relief out of Toronto's bullpen for the 2025 campaign.

NOVEMBER 23, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Alejandro Kirk's winning hit in 11th inning pushes Blue Jays past Cardinals 4-3

Alejandro Kirk drove in the winning run with a bases-loaded single in the 11th inning and the Toronto Blue Jays beat the St. Louis Cardinals 4-3

SEPTEMBER 14, 2024 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Erik Swanson ends the game with a strikeout | 08/13/2024 Erik Swanson gets Brandon Drury to chase for a strikeout to end the game as the Blue Jays win, 6-1

AUGUST 14, 2024 • MLB.COM

GDB 97.0: Erik Swanson, Yimi Garcia and Bo Bichette return to Blue Jays out of All-Star Break Here comes the Cavalry.

JULY 19, 2024 • BLUEJAYSNATION.COM

Rejoins major-league roster The Blue Jays recalled Swanson from Triple-A Buffalo on Friday, Kaitlyn McGrath of The Athletic reports.

Impact Swanson's first 12 appearances at Buffalo didn't go well, as he was tagged for 22 runs (17 earned) over 10 innings. He had been better lately though, yielding two runs with a 5:1 K:BB over his last 5.1 frames. Swanson likely won't see high-leverage work right away, but he could find himself in a prominent role if the Blue Jays ship out relievers like Yimi Garcia and Trevor Richards before the trade deadline.

JULY 19, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Rejoins major-league roster The Blue Jays recalled Swanson from Triple-A Buffalo on Friday, Kaitlyn McGrath of The Athletic reports.

Impact Swanson's first 12 appearances at Buffalo didn't go well, as he was tagged for 22 runs (17 earned) over 10 innings. He had been better lately, though, yielding two runs with a 5:1 K:BB over his last 5.1 frames. The Blue Jays will probably ease Swanson back into high-leverage situations.

JULY 19, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Erik Swanson considered day-to-day after departing recent triple-A outing with heat-related illness An unusual scene unfolded Tuesday night for the Buffalo Bisons, as rig...

JULY 10, 2024 • BLUEJAYSNATION.COM

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Alejandro Kirk's winning hit in 11th inning pushes Blue Jays past Cardinals 4-3