Erik Swanson agreed to a one-year deal worth $3 million with the Blue Jays. Last season, he recorded a 2-2 record with a 5.03 ERA over 45 relief appearances, marking his second season with the team.

Erik Swanson was part of the trade that sent Teoscar Hernandez from the Blue Jays to the Mariners after the 2022 season. The deal was primarily centered around him, as Toronto sought to manage Hernandez's impending salary increase due to arbitration.

Erik Swanson, initially considered a lock to return, finds his status uncertain as the Blue Jays evaluate their bullpen. With the team declining to name a closer, Swanson's future could be impacted, especially if they decide to non-tender Jordan Romano, who has held the closer role for the past four years. The Jays will likely need to add multiple relievers, indicating potential changes in the bullpen dynamics.

Erik Swanson pitched in relief for the Blue Jays, allowing an RBI single to Jhonny Pereda after replacing Brendon Little in the sixth inning. His appearance came during a game where the Blue Jays struggled, ultimately losing to the Marlins.

Erik Swanson came on to pitch in the eighth inning, where he managed to pitch a scoreless frame. Despite this effort, he faced a challenging game overall, as the Blue Jays struggled with a combined 10 walks on the night.