You have to feel for Matt Shoemaker. He had an outstanding start to the season – tied for second in the American League in wins, second in ERA, 25th in strikeouts, 14th in innings pitched, and third in WHIP. But then what appeared to be a minor strain in a rundown in Oakland turned out to be a torn ACL and the end of his 2019 season.
Unfortunate for him, and for the ays (who had hoped that a resurgent Shoe might be an attractive trade chip at the upcoming July 31 deadline).
The Jays have internal options.