The kid, Trey Yesavage, has officially been named Game Two starter for the ALDS against the Yankees. Following Yesavage will be veteran Shane Bieber, as announced Saturday afternoon by Manager John Schneider.
Initially, it may seem 'unconventional' to pitch a rookie who's only made three career major league starts in the second game of the series, but after peeling a layer or two, it's the perfect decision, and the best case scenario for him.
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Yesavage gets the ball in Game Two! #WANTITALL pic.twitter.com/BkjmNWMJaL— Toronto Blue Jays (@BlueJays) October 4, 2025Fans may feel that the best and most experienced pitcher (in Bieber) should earn the role closest to the top of the playoff rotation, but the methodical choice was made for a reason: throwing an inexperienced pitcher into the fire of Yankee Stadium is a mistake and Yesavage should be more comfortable at home, and if his outing doesn't go as well as expected, a rest day follows, giving the bullpen some time to recoup.