Chris Bassitt stepped up for the Toronto Blue Jays in a crucial start following Max Scherzer's stint on the 15-day injured list. The veteran righty threw 106 pitches in a 3-1 victory against the Baltimore Orioles, allowing eight hits while striking out seven and walking two. His performance came after the Blue Jays' bullpen struggled in the series, giving up 23 runs in the first three games.

Scherzer's thumb inflammation led to a compensatory injury, leaving Bassitt and his fellow starters to shoulder the load. Bassitt's ability to navigate jams, particularly during tense moments in the third and fifth innings, showcased his experience and skill. Manager John Schneider praised Bassitt's pitch execution, which included a strong mix of splitter, cutter, and sinker to keep the potent Orioles lineup at bay.

The Toronto Blue Jays have designated catcher Nick Raposo for assignment to create space on their 40-man roster for relief pitcher Yimi García, who signed a two-year, $15 million contract.

Raposo joined the Blue Jays after being claimed off waivers from the St. Louis Cardinals, where he had a brief stint in the majors. He has played 219 minor league games, hitting .241 with 20 home runs. The 26-year-old now faces waivers and potential free agency.

The Toronto Blue Jays have selected right-hander Angel Bastardo from the Boston Red Sox with the sixth pick in the Rule 5 Draft. The 22-year-old is recovering from Tommy John surgery and is expected to miss part of the upcoming season. The Jays are optimistic about his potential as a high-impact pitcher.

In addition, the Jays have made moves in the minor-league portion of the draft, selecting two players from the Chicago Cubs. They are also focusing on their catching situation, with Alejandro Kirk and Tyler Heineman set to lead the position.

With the recent trade of Spencer Horwitz to the Cleveland Guardians, the Jays have a vacancy at designated hitter, allowing for potential additions through free agency or internal options.