Trending Now - Berríos to See Specialist for Right Elbow Inflammation

WHO:

José Berríos, Toronto Blue Jays pitcher

John Schneider, Blue Jays manager

Dr. Keith Meister, specialist

Team Canada, Team USA, Team Puerto Rico, Team Italy, Team Cuba

WHAT:

Berríos is visiting a specialist due to inflammation in his right elbow.

Berríos will not be throwing before his visit with Dr. Meister.

Berríos went 9-5 with a 4.17 ERA in 31 appearances for the Blue Jays in 2025.

Berríos ended the 2025 season on the injured list and did not pitch in the postseason.

Canada won Pool A in the World Baseball Classic with a 7-2 victory over Cuba.

Canada defeated Puerto Rico 3-2 prior to the win over Cuba.

Team USA lost 8-6 to Team Italy.

WHERE:

Dunedin, Florida

World Baseball Classic

WHEN:

Berríos is scheduled to meet with Dr. Meister on March 17th, 2026.

The World Baseball Classic quarterfinals are scheduled for March 13th, 2026, at 8:00 p.m. ET.

WHY:

Berríos is visiting a specialist due to new inflammation in his right elbow, which was discovered during an MRI for insurance purposes related to joining Puerto Rico for the World Baseball Classic.

HOW:

Berríos underwent MRIs that showed inflammation in his right elbow.

Schneider stated, “This is just wanting to confirm everything,” regarding Berríos' visit to the specialist.

(UPDATED March 13, 2026 23:13 UTC)

Toronto Blue Jays pitcher José Berríos is set to meet with specialist Dr. Keith Meister on March 17 due to new inflammation in his right elbow, which was discovered during an MRI. Berríos, who went 9-5 with a 4.17 ERA in 2025, will not be throwing before this visit and ended last season on the injured list without pitching in the postseason. Meanwhile, in the World Baseball Classic, Canada secured a spot in the quarterfinals with a 7-2 victory over Cuba, following a close 3-2 win against Puerto Rico, while Team USA faced defeat with an 8-6 loss to Team Italy.