Toronto, June 19 — Right‑hander Shane Bieber rejoined the Toronto Blue Jays on Friday and is expected to be activated from the injured list within the next few days.
Bieber has been sidelined while receiving treatment for elbow inflammation, a condition that placed him on the injured list earlier this season.
The club added him back to the 40‑man roster on June 19, signaling that his rehabilitation is progressing according to the team’s timeline.
Blue Jays manager John Schneider noted that Bieber’s return adds depth to the rotation and provides a boost as the club navigates a busy stretch of games.
If cleared, Bieber will be available for the upcoming series, giving Toronto an experienced arm to work alongside its younger staff.
The team will continue to monitor his elbow condition closely, adhering to the medical protocol that guided his initial placement on the injured list.
Bieber, who previously pitched for the Blue Jays, brings a veteran presence to a staff that includes several younger arms.
The team’s medical staff will conduct final assessments before clearing him to pitch, ensuring the inflammation has resolved sufficiently for competitive play.
Toronto faces a series of games against division rivals in the coming weeks, and Bieber’s availability could provide the club with an additional starter as it seeks to maintain momentum.