Ross Atkins’ priority: another starting pitcher

At spring training, the Blue Jays had eight starting pitchers the team was counting on for 2026. That doesn’t include Bowden Francis, who is injured.
Cody Ponce and Jose Berrios won't be back in 2026. Eric Lauer has left for L.A. Max Scherzer (on the injured list) isn't reliable enough.
Dylan Cease, Kevin Gausman, Trey Yesavage, and Shane Bieber are the four other starters who were at camp and are currently active.
Shane Bieber has just been added to the active roster.
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