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Jun 28 2025Manoah (elbow) is set to throw two innings in a bullpen session Tuesday at the Blue Jays' spring training complex, Arden Zwelling of Sportsnet.ca reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: The right-hander threw 25 pitches in a one-inning session June 24, but next Tuesday's session will be the first time he's been asked to handle multiple up-downs. Manoah could begin a rehab assignment afterward as he enters the final stage of his recovery from last June's internal brace procedure on his right elbow, which would likely have him on schedule to be a rotation option for Toronto some time in August.
Jun 6 2025Manoah (elbow) will face live hitters Tuesday for the first time since a hybrid internal brace procedure last June, Mitch Bannon of The Athletic reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Manoah remains on track in his rehab, as he's nearly ready to face hitters after weeks of bullpen sessions. The right-hander is expected to begin a rehab assignment in July and rejoin the Blue Jays by August if all goes well.
May 26 2025Manoah (elbow) has built up to 40 pitches during regular twice-a-week bullpen sessions as he recovers from elbow surgery, Mitch Bannon of the Athletic reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: There's been no timeline provided by the Blue Jays for the right-hander to begin a rehab assignment, but the team still appears to be targeting an early August return for Manoah after he underwent a hybrid internal brace procedure in June 2024. In the meantime, the 27-year-old will continue with his throwing program and focus on keeping his mechanics in sync and regaining a feel for his pitches. "That's the biggest thing," Manoah said Friday. "Being able to learn that feel and being able to just build that indestructible base of just learning my stuff, learning the way my body moves." Through five starts in 2024 before being shut down, Manoah posted a 3.70 ERA, 1.03 WHIP and 26:8 K:BB in 24.1 innings, and he could provide a late-season boost to a Jays rotation that's struggled to find a reliable fifth starter this season.
May 2 2025Manoah (elbow) is throwing regular bullpen sessions at the Blue Jays' spring training complex in Dunedin, Arden Zwelling of Sportsnet.ca reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: The right-hander is making his way back from an internal brace procedure performed in June 2024. Manoah's rehab is on schedule, but he's not expected to be an option for the Blue Jays' rotation until after the All-Star break. Over five starts and 24.1 innings last season before being shut down, Manoah posted a 3.70 ERA, 1.03 WHIP and 26:8 K:BB.
Mar 17 2025The Blue Jays placed Manoah (elbow) on the 60-day injured list Monday, Hazel Mae of Sportsnet reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: The move frees up a spot on the 40-man roster for Richard Lovelady, whose contract was selected Monday. Manoah has begun to throw off a mound but is not expected back from his hybrid internal brace procedure until August.
Mar 14 2025Manoah (elbow) will throw a bullpen session Friday, Keegan Matheson of MLB.com reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: It will be the first time the right-hander has thrown off a mound since he underwent a hybrid internal brace procedure on his elbow last June. The plan calls for Manoah to face hitters by June and begin a rehab assignment in July, setting him up to help out the Blue Jays by August if all goes well.
Feb 17 2025Manoah (elbow) said Monday that he's scheduled to begin throwing off a mound in a couple weeks, Hazel Mae of Sportsnet reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Manoah underwent a hybrid internal brace procedure last June to repair a torn UCL in his right elbow. The right-hander is hopeful to face hitters by June, begin a rehab assignment in July and be available as an option for the Blue Jays in August. In order to meet his goals, Manoah will have to avoid any bumps in the road in his recovery, which isn't always a guarantee coming back from UCL surgery.
Jan 9 2025Manoah (elbow) agreed to a one-year, $2.2 million contract with the Blue Jays on Thursday to avoid arbitration, Shi Davidi of Sportsnet.ca reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Following a delayed start to the season, Manoah was able to turn in a 3.70 ERA and 1.03 WHIP over 24.1 innings before a sprained UCL ended his campaign early in late May. The 27-year-old underwent a hybrid internal brace procedure to address the issue in June and is targeting August for his return to a big-league mound.
Jan 3 2025Manoah (elbow) hopes to be ready to pitch for the Blue Jays in August, Mike Wilner of the Toronto Star reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Manoah underwent a hybrid internal brace procedure to repair the UCL in his right elbow last June. The plan calls for Manoah to throw bullpen sessions in March, face hitters in June and go out on a rehab assignment in July before rejoining the Blue Jays in August. If the righty is able to hit those markers, he could spend most of the final two months of the 2025 campaign in Toronto's rotation.
Aug 19 2024The Blue Jays transferred Manoah (elbow) from the 15-day injured list to the 60-day injured list Monday, Hazel Mae of Sportsnet reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: The transaction clears a spot on the 40-man roster for waiver claim Easton Lucas. Manoah will be sidelined until around midseason of 2025 after having a hybrid internal brace procedure to repair the sprained UCL in his right elbow back in June.
Jul 29 2024Manoah revealed Monday in a social media post that he had the brace removed from his surgically repaired right elbow. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Manoah underwent an internal brace procedure six weeks ago to address ligament damage to his elbow. While Manoah will be out for the season and for the start of the 2024 campaign, he could face a speedier recovery from his procedure than if he had opted for Tommy John surgery, which often entails a 12-to-14-month rehab timeline for pitchers. The Blue Jays likely won't have a better feel for when Manoah might be ready to make his 2025 debut until seeing where he stands in his rehab program next spring.
Jun 11 2024Manoah won't require a traditional Tommy John surgery and is instead slated to undergo a hybrid internal brace procedure Monday to repair the sprained UCL in his right elbow, Shi Davidi of Sportsnet.ca reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Blue Jays manager John Schneider had previously disclosed Friday that Manoah would require a season-ending elbow surgery, but Davidi's report provides more specificity regarding the nature of the procedure. Renowned arm specialist Dr. Keith Meister is set to perform the procedure, which involves replacing the UCL and anchoring the new UCL to an internal brace suture. Though the internal brace procedure typically shortens the length of a pitcher's recovery compared to the 12-to-18-month timeline for Tommy John surgery, Davidi notes that Manoah is still expected to be on the shelf "well into next year." The significant arm injury further muddles Manoah's long-term outlook with the Blue Jays, which had already been somewhat murky following a disastrous 2023 campaign in which he posted a 5.87 ERA and 14.2 percent walk rate over 87.1 innings.
Jun 7 2024Manager John Schneider said Friday that Manoah will undergo UCL surgery June 17, Shi Davidi of Sportsnet.ca reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Manoah left in the second inning of his last start May 29 against the White Sox, and he was placed on the injured list two days later with what was diagnosed as a right UCL sprain. Manoah began the season on the IL with right shoulder inflammation, and since returning May 5, he's posted a 1-2 record with a 3.70 ERA, 1.03 WHIP and 26:8 K:BB over 24.1 innings. It's not clear whether Manoah will need Tommy John surgery or a brace repair, but the procedure will end the 26-year-old right-hander's 2024 season.
May 31 2024The Blue Jays placed Manoah on the 15-day injured list Friday, retroactive to May 30, with a right elbow sprain, Shi Davidi of Sportsnet.ca reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Manoah has damage to his UCL and will receive a second opinion from Dr. Keith Meister next Thursday, per Ben Nicholson-Smith of Sportsnet.ca. Season-ending surgery looks like a distinct possibility, but that decision should be made after next week's exam. Manoah has posted a 3.70 ERA, 1.03 WHIP and 26:8 K:BB over 24.1 innings covering five starts with the Blue Jays this season.
May 29 2024Manoah will receive an MRI on his right elbow Thursday, Keegan Matheson of MLB.com reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Manoah allowed one hit and struck out three batters in 1.2 innings Wednesday versus the White Sox before right elbow discomfort forced him out of the game early. The Blue Jays will wait for the results of his MRI before making any decisions, but there is a chance the 26-year-old righty will require a trip to the injured list.
May 24 2024Manoah (1-2) took the loss Friday against the Tigers, allowing six runs (four earned) on five hits and two walks over 4.2 innings. He struck out four. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: It was a tough outing for Manoah, who hadn't allowed an earned run over 14 innings in his previous two starts. Still, the 26-year-old right-hander has gotten off to a solid start in 2024, pitching to a 3.97 ERA with a 1.06 WHIP and 23:8 K:BB through 22.2 innings after struggling to a 5.87 ERA in 19 starts last year. Manoah will look to get back on track in his next outing, currently lined up for next week on the road versus the White Sox.
May 19 2024Manoah (1-1) picked up the win Sunday against Tampa Bay, allowing one hit and one walk with seven strikeouts across seven scoreless innings. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: After surrendering six runs in his 2024 debut, Manoah has fired back-to-back seven-inning starts without an earned run. Over those two starts, Manoah has punched out 13 batters and yielded five hits and a pair of walks. He'll look to keep rolling in next start, which tentatively lines up for Friday at Detroit.
May 12 2024Manoah (0-1) was tagged with a loss after he pitched seven innings, allowing three unearned runs on four hits and a walk while striking out six in Sunday's 5-1 defeat to Minnesota. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Manoah was in full command Sunday, tossing six scoreless frames to open his outing against the Twins. With one out in the top of the seventh inning, Max Kepler reached on a fielding error by Toronto's third baseman Ernie Clement and three runs -- all of which were unearned -- later came around to score in the frame. The 26-year-old struggled in his 2024 debut against the Nationals on May 5, giving up seven runs (six earned) over four innings, so Sunday's performance was certainly a positive turnaround for the big right-hander. Manoah will look to make it back-to-back strong outings when he returns to the mound for his next projected start Saturday versus the Rays.
May 6 2024Blue Jays manager John Schneider said after Sunday's 11-8 loss to the Nationals that Manoah will remain in the rotation for at least one more turn, Kaitlyn McGrath of The Athletic reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: After Manoah struck out 12 over six innings of one-run ball in the fifth start of his minor-league rehab assignment with Triple-A Buffalo, the Blue Jays determined he was ready to return from a season-opening stint on the 15-day injured list due to shoulder inflammation. While taking the hill Sunday for the Blue Jays for the first time since Aug. 10, 2023, Manoah unfortunately reverted to the poor form that he displayed throughout last season, as he was tagged for seven runs (six earned) on six hits and four walks while striking out six over four innings. Though Manoah remained plagued by spotty control (52 strikes on 92 pitches) and command, Schneider stressed that the right-hander's standing in the rotation wouldn't be determined by just one start. Manoah thus looks on track to get at least another opportunity to redeem himself, though it's not immediately clear when his next start will come. Manoah tentatively lines up for a home start next Sunday against the Twins, but the Blue Jays have off days Monday and Thursday and could get by with a four-man rotation until at least May 14 in Baltimore if they so choose.
May 5 2024Manoah did not factor into the decision, allowing seven runs (six earned) on six hits and four walks over four innings Sunday against the Nationals. He struck out six. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Manoah struggled with his command throughout, also hitting a batter to allow 11 baserunners, including two homers, and six earned runs during his first start of the season. It was not the type of start the Blue Jays were hoping to see out of the fourth-year starter, who compiled a 2.59 ERA, 1.01 WHIP and 307 strikeouts over 308.1 innings during his first two seasons but struggled to a 5.87 ERA and 1.74 WHIP over 87.1 innings last season spanning 19 starts. The Blue Jays are hopeful Manoah can return to form this season, but fantasy managers will be wise to proceed with skepticism until the 26-year-old righty starts to show signs that he's working past his funk. His next turn would tentatively be slated for next weekend at home against the Twins, though this performance likely indicates his next start is far from assured.
May 4 2024Manoah (shoulder) will start Sunday's game against the Nationals, Arden Zwelling of Sportsnet.ca reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Manoah has been on the injured list with right shoulder inflammation since the beginning of the season. He's made five rehab starts in the minors -- four at Triple-A Buffalo -- and has given up 19 runs across 19.2 total innings while posting a 28:11 K:BB. However, the 26-year-old looked dominant in his most recent Triple-A outing Tuesday, giving up one earned run across six innings while punching out 12 batters and walking two. Manoah's performance Tuesday could be a sign that his struggles are finally behind him, though he remains an extremely risky streaming option given his lack of consistency.
May 3 2024Manoah (shoulder) is throwing a side session Friday and is an option to start Sunday against the Nationals, Arden Zwelling of Sportsnet.ca reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Toronto has yet to name a starter for Sunday's contest, and it could be Manoah if he checks out okay after Friday's throwing session. The right-hander was electric in his last rehab start Tuesday with 12 strikeouts and one run allowed over six scoreless innings, and the Blue Jays need to fill out their rotation in the wake of Yariel Rodriguez's back injury.
May 1 2024Manoah (shoulder) struck out 12 batters over six innings in a rehab start Tuesday for Triple-A Buffalo. He gave up one earned run on two hits and two walks. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: The 12 strikeouts were a new career high for Manoah at the professional level, and the dominant outing offers hope that the right-hander may have finally turned the corner after struggling mightily since the start of the 2023 season with his control, command and velocity. Though Manoah was placed on the 15-day injured list in late March with right shoulder inflammation, the injury doesn't seem to be a concern at this stage, as the Blue Jays have just been waiting for him to perform at a level that warrants a return to the big-league rotation. He certainly looked big-league ready Tuesday, as he spotted 62 of his 92 pitches for strikes while sporting a sinker that maxed out at 95.9 mph, according to Sportsnet.ca. With No. 5 starter Yariel Rodriguez (spine) joining Bowden Francis (forearm) on the 15-day injured list Tuesday, the Blue Jays have an opening in the rotation for Sunday's game in Nationals, and Manoah looks like he could be called upon to fill the void. While Manoah would still profile as a risky streaming option if he gets the nod Sunday, his prior success in the majors before last season at the very least makes him an intriguing pickup if he's on the waiver wire.
Apr 25 2024Blue Jays manager John Schneider said Thursday that Manoah (shoulder) is likely to make another rehab start with Triple-A Buffalo, Ben Nicholson-Smith of Sportsnet.ca reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Manoah was roughed up for six runs on seven hits and four walks over three innings in his latest start with Buffalo on Wednesday. Three of his four rehab outings have been poor, and overall batters have hit .406/.474/.703 off Manoah. He does not appear close to being ready to help out the major-league club.
Apr 22 2024Blue Jays manager John Schneider said Monday that Manoah (shoulder) will start for Triple-A Buffalo on Wednesday or Thursday, Ben Nicholson-Smith of Sportsnet.ca reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Manoah made his last rehab start Friday, when he allowed two runs on six hits over 5.2 innings while striking out five. Schneider noted that he liked Manoah's fastball command and slider movement from Friday's outing. Manoah was placed on the 15-day IL at the beginning of the season due to right shoulder inflammation that kept him out of most of spring training.
Apr 14 2024Manoah (shoulder) struck out four and was charged with four earned runs on eight hits and one walk over 3.1 innings in his second minor-league rehab start Saturday with Triple-A Syracuse. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Manoah was far from dominant Saturday, but he still took a big step forward while shifting his rehab assignment to a higher level of competition. In his first outing April 7 with Single-A Dunedin, Manoah retired only five of 16 batters while throwing just 26 strikes on 58 pitches, but he did a better job of finding the zone Saturday. He still spotted only 48 of his 78 pitches for strikes, though, so despite looking to be fully ramped up from a workload standpoint, Manoah will probably need to make further improvements with his command and control before he returns from the 15-day injured list and receives a look in Toronto's rotation. Yariel Rodriguez should stick around as the Blue Jays' No. 5 starting pitcher for the time being.
Apr 9 2024Manoah (shoulder) said he will make his next rehab start Saturday with Triple-A Buffalo, Scott Mitchell of TSN.ca reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: The right-hander made his first rehab outing Sunday at Single-A Dunedin and threw 58 pitches, but he retired just five of the 16 batters he faced. Manoah is expected to build up to around 75 pitches Saturday, and he'll likely need to illustrate better control to have a chance of joining Toronto's rotation once fully ramped up.
Apr 7 2024Manoah (shoulder) retired only five of the 16 batters he faced in his rehab start Sunday for Single-A Dunedin while allowing seven runs (six earned) on five hits and four walks. He struck out two batters. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Coming off a disastrous 2023 season in which he saw his velocity dip to go along with major declines in his command and control, Manoah has yet to show any signs of re-emerging as one of the game's more promising young pitchers. After issuing one walk and hitting three batters in his lone Grapefruit League start Feb. 27, Manoah was shut down with shoulder inflammation soon thereafter and opened the season on the 15-day injured list. He was cleared to begin his rehab assignment Sunday but once again showed an inability to put the ball where he wanted. He threw 16 of his first 18 pitches for balls and walked the first four batters he faced, finishing the day with only 26 strikes on his 58 pitches. Manoah will need to display major improvement in his subsequent starts in the minors to put himself back in consideration for a spot in the Toronto rotation once he completes his rehab assignment.
Apr 3 2024Manoah (shoulder) will begin a rehab assignment Sunday with Single-A Dunedin, Kaitlyn McGrath of The Athletic reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Manoah pitched a three-inning simulated game Tuesday at the Jays' spring training facility without any issues, and he's slated to up his workload to four frames in his first rehab start. If Manoah's Single-A outing goes well, his assignment may move to a higher-level affiliate, but the 26-year-old is likely still several rehab appearances away from making his season debut with Toronto.
Apr 1 2024Blue Jays manager John Schneider said Monday that Manoah (shoulder) will pitch a three-inning simulated game with minor leaguers Tuesday, Kaitlyn McGrath of The Athletic reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: After one spring training outing in late February, Manoah was restricted to bullpen sessions and live batting practices due to right shoulder soreness. The right-hander managed to throw 34 pitches over two innings in a simulated game Wednesday, and he'll up that to three innings for Tuesday's session. Manoah is looking to bounce back from a rough 2023 season in which he registered a 5.87 ERA, 1.74 WHIP and 79:59 K:BB over 87.1 innings while going 3-9 over 19 starts.
Mar 28 2024The Blue Jays placed Manoah (shoulder) on the 15-day injured list Thursday. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Manoah is opening the season on the IL while he recovers from right shoulder inflammation, which kept him from pitching in the Grapefruit League after he made his spring debut Feb. 27. He was able to throw a two-inning, 34-pitch simulated game Wednesday, so his next step could be heading out on a minor-league rehab assignment. Manoah will likely require multiple starts in the minors to get fully stretched out before the Blue Jays consider activating him from the IL and including in the rotation.
Mar 27 2024Blue Jays manager John Schneider said that Manoah (shoulder) completed a two-inning, 34-pitch simulated game Wednesday, Shi Davidi of Sportsnet.ca reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Manoah has two minor-league options remaining, but Schneider noted that the Blue Jays are likely to stash the right-hander on the 15-day injured list rather than sending him to Triple-A Buffalo. Coming off a confounding 2023 season in which his command and control completely betrayed him, Manoah may not be guaranteed a rotation spot once he moves past his right shoulder injury -- an improbable development for a young pitcher who performed as a frontline starter in 2021 and 2022. He'll likely steadily build up his arm at the Blue Jays' spring training facility before joining a minor-league affiliate for a rehab assignment. Once Manoah is deemed to be healthy, his performance on his rehab assignment as well as the state of the Toronto rotation will likely determine what role he fills for the big club.
Mar 23 2024Manoah (shoulder) threw 23 pitches in a live batting practice session Friday, Rob Longley of The Toronto Sun reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: The right-hander's fastball reportedly touched 97 mph in his first live session since going down with a sore shoulder early in camp. He will begin the season on the injured list and Manoah said he's uncertain what his next step will be. Bowden Francis was named to the Blue Jays' rotation and another spot could open up if Kevin Gausman (shoulder) does not gain clearance for the start of the season.
Mar 21 2024Manoah (shoulder) will throw a live batting practice session Friday, Shi Davidi of Sportsnet.ca reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: It will be his first time facing hitters since he came down with right shoulder soreness at the beginning of the month. Manoah will begin the season on the injured list, but there won't be a timetable for his potential return until he's able to ramp things up without setbacks.
Mar 19 2024Manoah (shoulder) will throw a bullpen session Tuesday, Kaitlyn McGrath of The Athletic reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: It will be his first time throwing off a mound since he developed soreness in his right shoulder at the beginning of the month. Manoah is set for a stint on the injured list at the beginning of the season and a timetable should become clearer as he ramps up.
Mar 12 2024Manoah (shoulder) continues to play catch but does not have a timetable for when he'll throw from a mound, Arden Zwelling of Sportsnet.ca reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Manoah had a bullpen session last week canceled because of ongoing right shoulder soreness. While he's still able to throw on flat ground, it does not appear he'll try things from the bump anytime soon. The Blue Jays have not officially ruled Manoah out for Opening Day, but he'll undoubtedly require a stint on the injured list at this point.
Mar 7 2024Manoah's scheduled bullpen session Thursday was cancelled while he continues to experience right shoulder soreness, Ben Nicholson-Smith of Sportsnet.ca reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Manoah had done some flat-ground throwing but is not feeling up to getting back on the mound just yet. An MRI last week showed no structural damage in Manoah's shoulder, and though the Blue Jays are continuing to evaluate him on a day-to-day basis, he realistically would seem to be a long shot to be ready for Opening Day. Bowden Francis and Mitch White are candidates to fill Manoah's spot in Toronto's rotation, and it's possible both are needed if Kevin Gausman (shoulder) is unavailable.
Mar 5 2024Manoah (shoulder) will play catch for the second day in a row Tuesday, Arden Zwelling of Sportsnet.ca reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Manoah resumed throwing Monday after a brief shutdown period with right shoulder soreness, and it's a good sign that he's feeling well enough to throw again the next day. Manoah still has numerous hoops to jump through and faces a tall task to be ready by Opening Day.
Mar 4 2024Manoah (shoulder) is slated to play catch Monday, Arden Zwelling of Sportsnet.ca reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Manoah had to have a Grapefruit League start over the weekend scratched because of right shoulder soreness. The Blue Jays will develop a plan for the right-hander's progression based on how he comes out of Monday's game of catch. Certainly, his availability for Opening Day is unclear at the moment.
Mar 2 2024Manoah felt soreness in his shoulder during a bullpen session Friday and will not start Sunday against Boston, Ben Nicholson-Smith of Sportsnet.ca reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Manoah said he didn't recover properly following his last spring training start and had to end Friday's session early due to the discomfort in his shoulder. An MRI didn't reveal any structural damage, which lowers the risk of a long-term absence, but the Blue Jays will push back Manoah's next Grapefruit League appearance and approach his injury on a day-to-day basis.
Feb 28 2024Manoah gave up four runs on three hits and a walk over 1.2 innings in Tuesday's Grapefruit League game against the Tigers. He failed to strike out a batter and hit three batters with pitches. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: The 26-year-old right-hander had neither control nor command, managing to throw only 17 of his 38 pitches for strikes in his first spring start and immediately reviving worries that his 2023 struggles are not yet behind him. If there was a positive takeaway from Tuesday's outing, it was that he was touching 95 mph with his fastball, a step up from last season. Manoah still has a lot to prove this spring to be anything more than a fantasy dart throw however, and if he continues having difficulty finding the plate in Florida, there's no guarantee he even opens the season in the big-league rotation.
Feb 15 2024Manoah threw off a mound Thursday and appears to have lost significant weight during the offseason, Keegan Matheson of MLB.com reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: The right-hander was downright awful for most of 2023 and ended the season dealing with shoulder issues that required injections to reduce soreness and inflammation. Manoah seems to have taken his offseason program seriously though, and he worked off a mound for the first time this spring without any apparent issues. A bounce-back performance from the 2019 first-round pick is key for the Blue Jays this year.
Feb 12 2024Manoah (shoulder) is expected to head into spring training as the favorite for the Blue Jays' No. 5 starter job, Keegan Matheson of MLB.com reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Kevin Gausman, Jose Berrios, Chris Bassitt and Yusei Kikuchi are locked into rotation jobs, but the Jays did little this offseason to add competition for the final spot. Yariel Rodriguez could eventually be a factor, but the Cuban hasn't been a regular starter in a few years after pitching out of the bullpen in Japan, and his workload will be monitored in his first North American season. That leaves Manoah fending off the likes of Bowden Francis and Mitch White for a starting spot. Despite a disastrous 2023, Manoah is just two years removed from a third-place finish in the AL Cy Young Award voting, and Toronto's counting on the 26-year-old righty to regain something close to that form. If he looks healthy and effective this spring, his draft stock could begin to creep up again.
Nov 8 2023Blue Jays general manager Ross Atkins said this week that Manoah (arm) has "earned the right to have a strong leg up" for an Opening Day rotation spot in 2024, Kaitlyn McGrath of The Athletic reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: The 25-year-old right-hander was demoted to the minors two different times in 2023 and finished the year in shutdown mode following multiple late-September injections to reduce inflammation and soreness in his throwing arm. He can now wipe the slate clean, though, and look to rediscover his early-career form leading into next season. A first-round selection in the 2019 MLB Draft, Manoah compiled a dominant 2.60 ERA, 1.01 WHIP and 307:91 K:BB over his first 308.1 major-league innings between 2021-22.
Oct 10 2023Blue Jays general manager Ross Atkins told reporters over the weekend that the injections Manoah was given in his right shoulder late in the season were initiated by the pitcher, Rob Longley of the Toronto Sun reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: "It was his decision," Atkins said. "We supported him. He made the decision on his own to move in that direction. There were no structural issues." The GM also acknowledged that Manoah "disagreed with the decision" to option him on both occasions, which "created some frustration." However, Atkins also noted that Manoah has not asked to be traded and the GM is "very much looking forward to him being back in our rotation" next season. While it seems as though Manoah might need to mend some fences with the organization, his primary concern will be to figure out what happened in 2023 and rectifying it.
Sep 21 2023Manoah has officially been ruled out for the season after receiving multiple injections in his right arm in recent weeks, Ben Nicholson-Smith of Sportsnet.ca reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Blue Jays team doctors have found no structural damage in Manoah's pitching arm, but the hurler has continued meeting with additional specialists over the last month. The goal with those visits, per Nicholson-Smith, is to rule out elbow and shoulder problems as well as thoracic outlet syndrome. The injections were given in order to reduce inflammation and soreness. Manoah hasn't thrown off a mound in several weeks, and it's not clear when he might be able to again. Regardless, he's not going to make it back before the end of this season, which officially closes the book on what has been a nightmarish campaign for the 25-year-old righty.
Sep 12 2023Manoah is unlikely to pitch again this season, Ben Nicholson-Smith of Sportsnet.ca reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Manoah was optioned to Triple-A Buffalo a month ago and was cleared of any health issues last week after having testing done and meeting with multiple specialists. However, the righty hasn't thrown off the mound in a month and one source told Nicholson-Smith that Manoah's lingering health concerns have led to him prioritizing rest and recovery. Jeff Blair of Sportsnet.ca reported on his "Blair and Barker" podcast that Manoah never reported to Buffalo after being optioned to Triple-A, in large part because he was upset about the Blue Jays' decision to demote him. Manoah and the Blue Jays look as though they will need to repair their relationship over the offseason, not to mention the work the 25-year-old has ahead of him as he looks to bounce back from a dreadful 2023 campaign.
Aug 24 2023Manoah has joined Triple-A Buffalo to be built back up after a wide range of medical tests cleared him of any major structural issues, Ben Nicholson-Smith of Sportsnet.ca reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Manoah hasn't pitched since being optioned to Buffalo nearly two weeks ago, and we now know it's because he was going through a battery of tests to see if anything physical has contributed to his 5.87 ERA and 1.74 WHIP this season. No red flags were found, though, so he'll be thrown into Buffalo's rotation as he looks to get back on track. It's too soon to write Manoah off for the long haul, but he certainly can't be counted on by the Blue Jays or fantasy managers for the rest of 2023.
Aug 19 2023Manoah has yet to pitch for Triple-A Buffalo since being demoted eight days ago, with the Blue Jays still working out when he'll return to the mound, Ben Nicholson-Smith of Sportsnet.ca reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Manoah isn't dealing with any reported injuries this season but has seen his effectiveness completely evaporate, going from a 2.24 ERA and 0.99 WHIP last season to a 5.87 ERA and 1.74 WHIP this year. He's been demoted on two separate occasions, and the Blue Jays are seemingly in no rush to get him back in the big-league rotation. It's hard to count on him even returning at all this season, let alone returning and pitching at a high level. Perhaps the patient approach the Jays are taking helps him return to viability next year.
Aug 11 2023Manoah was optioned to Triple-A Buffalo on Friday, Mitch Bannon of SI.com reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: After getting tagged for four runs in four innings Thursday against Cleveland, Manoah will once again return to the minors in order to get back on track. The right-hander was optioned all the way down to the Florida Complex League in early June to work on his mechanics, and he's put up a 4.91 ERA and 1.43 WHIP through 29.1 innings since returning to the major-league rotation. Hagen Danner was recalled from Buffalo in a corresponding move.
Aug 5 2023Manoah (3-8) picked up the win in Friday's 7-3 victory over the Red Sox, giving up three runs on six hits and two walks over 6.2 innings. He struck out five. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: The right-hander continues to battle his control and consistency -- he hit another batter with a pitch, his fourth HBP in his last three starts, and he's issued multiple free passes in four straight outings -- but Manoah has at least looked a little more confident and aggressive on the mound since being sent down to the minors to reset. In five starts since his early July return, he's posted a 4.26 ERA and 1.38 WHIP, numbers that represent a vast improvement on the 6.36 ERA and 1.90 WHIP he stumbled to over his first 13 trips to the mound in 2023. Manoah will continue his efforts to regain his old form on the road next week in Cleveland.
Jul 30 2023Manoah did not factor into the decision Saturday, allowing one run on four hits and three walks over 4.1 innings against the Angels. He struck out six. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Manoah hit Shohei Ohtani with a pitch in the opening frame but managed to strike out the other three batters he faced to get out of the inning unscathed. The right-hander would then hurl three more scoreless innings before also beaning Taylor Ward with the bases loaded to drive home the first run for either team on the afternoon. Manoah would not make it out of the fifth inning, but with Saturday's performance he's now allowed one or fewer runs in two of his last four starts. However, he's also posted a 12:12 K:BB over his last three outings.
Jul 23 2023Manoah allowed three runs on three hits and four walks over 5.1 innings in Sunday's win over Seattle. He struck out six and did not factor in the decision. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Through five innings, the only damage against Manoah was Mike Ford's two-run shot in the second inning. Manoah has walked nine batters in his last two starts after posting an 8:0 K:BB in his MLB return July 7. His season ERA now sits at 6.10 with a 62:51 K:BB through 16 starts. Manoah's next outing is currently scheduled to be at home against the Angels.
Jul 19 2023Manoah (2-8) took the loss Tuesday as the Blue jays were routed 9-1 by the Padres, giving up four runs on three hits and five walks over three-plus innings. He failed to strike out a batter. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: After an encouraging outing against Detroit in his return from a stint in the minors to fix his mechanics, Manoah's issues with getting the ball over the plate resurfaced with a vengeance -- he tossed only 49 of 92 pitches for strikes before getting the hook, and he issued at least five free passes for the third time in his last seven big-league starts. The right-hander can't be relied upon in any fantasy format until he has a sustained run of success, and his spot in the rotation could be on thin ice with Hyun Jin Ryu (elbow) in the final stages of his recovery from Tommy John surgery.
Jul 8 2023Manoah (2-7) earned the win Friday, allowing one run on five hits over six innings in a 12-2 win over the Tigers. He struck out eight and didn't issue a walk. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Manoah struggled to start the year and was sent to the Florida Complex League in early June to get right. He slowly worked his way back to Toronto's rotation and pitched at the big-league level Friday for the first time since June 5. It was one of the right-hander's better starts of the campaign, as he struck out a season-high eight batters and completed six innings for just the third time in 14 appearances. Manoah's 5.91 ERA and 1.80 WHIP still need a lot of work, but the 2019 first-round pick's performance versus the Tigers was encouraging. Manoah's next start is scheduled for after the All-Star break.
Jul 7 2023Manoah was called up from Double-A New Hampshire on Friday and will start against the Tigers. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: As expected, Manoah will make his return to the big-league rotation Friday. The 25-year-old was sent down to the Florida Complex League in early June and has slowly worked his way back to Toronto's roster. Manoah made one start with New Hampshire, allowing one run on three hits and three walks while striking out 10 batters against Portland on Sunday. Over 13 major-league outings, he's struggled to a bloated 6.36 ERA and 1.90 WHIP with a 7.4 K/9 ratio, which is the lowest of his three-year MLB career.
Jul 4 2023Manoah will be promoted to Toronto and start Friday against the Tigers, Shi Davidi of Sportsnet.ca reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: After a horrendous showing in rookie ball, Manoah bounced back nicely in Double-A, surrendering just one run on three hits and three walks while striking out 10 batters over five innings Sunday. Manoah was optioned to the Florida Complex League in early June to work on his mechanics, and he'll get a chance to ease back into the majors against a Tigers offense that ranks 29th in OPS (.671).
Jul 3 2023Manoah struck out 10 and gave up one run on three hits and three walks over five innings in a start for Double-A New Hampshire on Sunday. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: While this performance was a huge leap forward from his last outing in the Florida Complex League, there were still signs Manoah isn't yet ready to rejoin the Blue Jays rotation. The right-hander threw only 47 of 82 pitches for strikes, and the organization will likely want to see better efficiency from him before considering his reset a success. Per Kaitlyn McGrath of The Athletic, Manoah was sitting 93-94 mph with his fastball and topped out at 95 mph, a step up from the 92.8 mph he averaged through his first 13 big-league starts this year -- just one of the factors that led to a brutal 6.36 ERA, 1.90 WHIP and 2.1 percent K%-BB%. The Jays have yet to announce when, or at which level, he will make his next start.
Jul 1 2023Manoah will make his next start with Double-A New Hampshire on Sunday, Shi Davidi of Sportsnet.ca reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Despite being hammered for 11 runs in just 2.2 innings during his time in rookie ball, the Blue Jays still felt that Manoah was able to do everything he needed to do and have now rewarded him with a promotion to Double-A. Although he was promoted rather quickly, it's still apparent Manoah has a long way to go before he can rejoin the Jays' rotation -- especially if he doesn't find a way to recover from Tuesday's abysmal performance.
Jun 28 2023Despite his awful line in the box score, the Blue Jays felt that Manoah did what he needed to do on the mound during Tuesday's start in the Florida Complex League, Gregor Chisholm of The Toronto Star reports. "I obviously saw the line score and all that stuff, but I heard that the things we were talking about in terms of strike throwing, delivery, tempo, velo were all positive," manager John Schneider said. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: While it's easy to view the outing as akin to a spring training start in which the results are less important than a pitcher getting in his work, it's still hard to ignore that Manoah -- who finished third in AL Cy Young Award voting last season -- was giving up homers to teenage hitters, eventually surrendering 11 runs in only 2.2 innings. The right-hander will need to show a lot more progress before he can advance up the minor-league ladder, and his return to the Blue Jays' rotation still appears to be weeks, if not months, away.
Jun 27 2023Manoah was lit up for 11 earned runs over just 2.2 innings Tuesday in the Florida Complex League. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Making his first live appearance since being optioned to the minors in early June, Manoah surrendered 10 hits -- including two homers and two doubles -- in a brutal outing versus the FCL affiliate of the Yankees. He also issued two walks, ultimately retiring only eight of the 20 batters he faced. Blue Jays manager John Schneider told reporters last week that the 25-year-old right-hander was trending well in recent side sessions, but he clearly has a lot more work to do on the farm before he can be considered a reliable option again for Toronto's starting rotation.
Jun 23 2023Manoah threw 74 pitches in his latest simulated game and will make at least one start in the minor leagues before returning to the big-league rotation, Ben Nicholson-Smith of Sportsnet.ca reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Manager John Schneider said Manoah is trending in the right direction but that there is no target date for his return to the big leagues. The big righty was up to 94 mph with his fastball in his sim game and will throw a bullpen session this weekend.
Jun 19 2023Manoah is slated to throw another simulated game Wednesday, Arden Zwelling of Sportsnet.ca reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Manoah threw 75 pitches in a simulated game last week and will look to build upon that pitch count Wednesday. Assuming all goes well Wednesday, the next time he faces hitters will be in a game setting at one of the Blue Jays' minor-league affiliates. Reports from Manoah's work at the team's spring training complex have been positive as he works on mechanics and other things in an effort to get back on track.
Jun 15 2023Manoah will throw a five-inning simulated game at the Blue Jays' spring training complex in Florida on Thursday, Keegan Matheson of MLB.com reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: The early feedback from Manoah's work in Dunedin has been positive and he has been cleared to face hitters for the first time while there. A timetable for the big right-hander's return to Toronto remains very much up in the air.
Jun 14 2023Blue Jays manager John Schneider said in an interview on MLB Network Radio on Wednesday that reports on Manoah from the Florida Complex League have been "very encouraging." ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Manoah is at the Blue Jays' spring training complex in Florida to "adjust mechanics" and other things, per Schneider. "Reports have been very encouraging from not only the pitching lab but I think the way he's kind of attacking his overall time down there," Schneider said. The manager added that Manoah's first bullpen session was over 70 pitches and the plan is for the righty to face live hitters later this week. Eventually, Manoah will be assigned to a higher affiliate to get in some work in game action, although there's no timeable for that yet.
Jun 8 2023Blue Jays general manager Ross Atkins said Thursday that Manoah will be away from the club for at least two turns through the rotation, Rob Longley of the Toronto Sun reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: In all likelihood, it's going to be many more turns than that. Manoah is headed to the Blue Jays' Florida Complex League affiliate Thursday as he begins the process of trying to get back on track. The club will be working with the right-hander on his delivery and other things before he eventually returns to game action.
Jun 6 2023Manoah was optioned to the Blue Jays' Florida Complex League affiliate Tuesday, Rob Longley of the Toronto Sun reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: The move comes one day after Manoah was pummeled for six runs while recording just one out in a loss to the Astros to push his ERA on the season to 6.85. The Blue Jays sending Manoah all the way down to their FCL affiliate figures to mean he won't be pitching in any games right away and instead will be working on mechanics and other things in hopes of regaining his old form. He'll likely be put into the Triple-A Buffalo rotation once he's deemed ready, with the hope that he'll eventually return to Toronto.
Jun 5 2023Manoah (1-7) allowed six runs on seven hits and a walk while taking a loss against Houston on Monday. He recorded just one out. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: In what's been a year full of struggles, Manoah turned in his worst and shortest start of the season. He's fallen to 0-7 with a brutal 6.85 ERA over his last 10 starts while completing at least six innings just once during that stretch. The 25-year-old has produced a 48:42 K:BB and an outrageous 1.90 WHIP through 58 innings. Manoah is currently lined up for a home tilt with the Twins this weekend.
May 21 2023Manoah did not factor into the decision Saturday, allowing two runs on six hits and one walk over 5.2 innings during a 6-5 loss to the Orioles. He struck out five. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Manoah allowed two or fewer runs while completing at least five innings for the fifth time this season, but he still holds a 5.15 ERA and 1.74 WHIP due to a couple of poor outings. The right-hander's 40:33 K:BB over his first 10 starts (50.2 innings) is also worrisome after he posted a 180:51 K:BB over 196.2 innings last year. Either way, Saturday's outing was a step in the right direction, and Manoah will look to continue on that path in his next start, which is tentatively scheduled for the finale of a four-game set in Tampa Bay.
May 16 2023Manoah (1-4) took the loss Monday, allowing five runs on six hits and seven walks over four innings in a 7-4 loss to the Yankees. He struck out three. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Manoah walked a season-high seven batters and allowed five or more runs for the third time this year. He currently sports a 5.40 ERA and 1.80 WHIP with an abysmal 35:32 K:BB over 45 innings. The right-hander was one of the best pitchers in the AL last year, posting a 2.24 ERA, 0.99 WHIP and 180:51 K:BB over 31 starts (196.2 innings), but he hasn't looked like the same guy to start 2023. Manoah will look to find a rhythm during his next start, which is tentatively scheduled for a three-game weekend set versus Baltimore.
May 10 2023Manoah (1-3) took the loss Tuesday as the Blue Jays fell 8-4 to the Phillies, giving up three runs on four hits and four walks over 4.2 innings. He struck out one. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: The big right-hander's early season struggles continue, as he generated only three swinging strikes among his 94 pitches. Manoah's slider has regressed significantly -- batters are chasing it less and making more contact with it, and as a result his swinging-strike rate has dropped from 11.2 percent last year to a paltry 8.4 percent through his first eight starts this season. Combine that ineffectiveness with a career-worst 13.1 percent walk rate, and Manoah has been one of the most disappointing pitchers so far in 2023 relative to his ADP. He'll look for answers in his next outing, likely to come early next week at home against the Yankees.
May 3 2023Manoah (1-2) took the loss against Boston on Wednesday, allowing five runs (two earned) on eight hits and one walk while striking out three batters over five innings. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Manoah clearly didn't have his best stuff Wednesday, as he induced just three swinging strikes and tied a season low with three punchouts. Still, he navigated through three scoreless frames before Toronto's defense let him down. Two errors in the fourth -- including one by Manoah himself -- helped lead to two runs, and another error in the fifth opened the door for Boston's three-run frame. This was the third time on the campaign that Manoah has given up at least five runs in a start, though only two were earned Wednesday. The right-hander holds a disappointing 4.71 ERA and 1.65 WHIP through 36.1 innings.
Apr 29 2023Manoah didn't factor into the decision in Friday's 3-2 win over the Mariners, giving up two runs on six hits and four walks over five innings. He struck out seven. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: The right-hander once again had trouble finding the strike zone consistently, walking at least four batters for the fourth time in six starts, but Manoah also set a new season high in strikeouts as he produced 29 called or swinging strikes among his 100 pitches. The 25-year-old's wildness has led to a 4.88 ERA, 1.63 WHIP and 28:20 K:BB through 31.1 innings, but he'll try to regain his prior form in his next outing, likely to come next week in Boston.
Apr 5 2023Manoah (1-0) earned the win over Kansas City on Wednesday, hurling seven scoreless innings during which he gave up one hit and four walks while striking out five batters. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Manoah endured one of his worst outings as a major-leaguer on Opening Day against St. Louis, giving up five runs on nine hits over 3.1 innings. His second outing was a completely different story, as the right-hander yielded just one hit -- a single -- across seven sterling frames. Manoah still walked too many batters (four), but he got stronger as the game went along, retiring the final eight hitters he faced. Manoah is one of the most talented young hurlers in the game, and this outing likely provided some assurance to his fantasy managers that the Opening Day struggles were not a sign of things to come in his third big-league campaign.
Mar 30 2023Manoah did not factor into the decision Thursday, allowing five runs on nine hits and two walks over 3.1 innings against the Cardinals. He struck out three. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Toronto's offense gave Manoah a nice cushion to work with, but the right-hander simply didn't have it. He coughed up the lead in the fourth on a two-run Brendan Donovan homer before getting the hook. The nine hits allowed are a career high for Manoah, per Keegan Matheson of MLB.com, and this comes after Manoah's velocity was down in spring training. The Blue Jays have not hinted at any serious concerns with their young ace.
Mar 25 2023Manoah allowed one run on three hits and two walks over six-plus innings while striking out six in Friday's Grapefruit League game against the Phillies. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Facing a Philly lineup lacking its biggest names, Manoah tossed 80 pitches (53 strikes) and cruised through six scoreless frames before watching a runner he left behind cross the plate in the seventh. The right-hander will look to build on a 2022 campaign that saw him post an outstanding 2.24 ERA and 0.99 WHIP in 196.2 innings. He's set for an Opening Day assignment against the Cardinals.
Mar 20 2023Manoah gave up one run on five hits and a walk over six innings while striking out four in Sunday's Grapefruit League game against the Rays. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Tampa Bay's run in the third inning was the only one of the game, as Manoah found himself in a spring pitcher's duel with Drew Rasmussen. Manoah tossed 71 pitches (50 strikes) and appears ready for Opening Day after turning in a 15:6 K:BB through 14.1 frames this spring while not allowing a homer.
Mar 14 2023Manoah allowed three runs on two hits and four walks over 3.1 innings in Monday's Grapefruit League game against the Red Sox. He struck out five. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: The right-hander had trouble finding the plate but still got stretched out to 67 pitches, with 40 of them going for strikes. Manoah came into Monday's start with one walk in five innings this spring, so the performance can be chalked up to just one of those days. He otherwise appears on track for the regular season -- Manoah has struck out out 11 batters in 8.1 frames in camp and has yet to serve up a homer.
Oct 5 2022Manoah will start Game 1 of the AL Wild Card Series against the Mariners on Friday, Kaitlyn McGrath of The Athletic reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: The Blue Jays opted against using Manoah as a starter on the final day of the regular season Wednesday, and the right-hander will instead take the mound for the Blue Jays' first postseason game of the year. Manoah was dominant over six starts in September, posting a 0.88 ERA and 0.85 WHIP in 41 innings.
Oct 2 2022Manoah is unlikely to pitch the final game of the regular season Wednesday in Baltimore, Mitch Bannon of SI.com reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: While Manoah is on turn, Yusei Kikuchi is the likely starter in what would amount to a bullpen game. The Jays will likely save Manoah, who is fifth in the majors with 196.2 innings, for what they hope is a long postseason run.
Sep 25 2022Manoah (15-7) earned the win Saturday without allowing a run on four hits and two walks over seven innings against the Rays. He struck out eight. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Manoah allowed just two extra-base hits in the form of doubles from Randy Arozarena and Francisco Mejia. The righty has been outstanding in his last seven starts, recording a 1.13 ERA and 0.90 WHIP over 48 innings. In addition, the 24-year-old has not allowed a home run in eight of his last 10 games.
Sep 18 2022Manoah allowed a run on four hits and four walks while striking out five in six innings in a 5-4 loss Sunday against Baltimore. He did not factor into the decision. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Manoah wasn't at his best Sunday but he navigated trouble to keep Toronto in a position to win. Three consecutive hits in the fourth inning led to the lone run but he settled down after that, retiring eight of the last nine batters he faced. The former West Virginia Mountaineer has allowed two runs or fewer in each of his last six starts, compiling a 1.32 ERA, 0.90 WHIP and 37:12 K:BB in 41 innings in that span. His next start will likely be next weekend in Tampa Bay.
Sep 14 2022Manoah didn't factor into the decision in the second game of Tuesday's doubleheader against the Rays, allowing two runs on five hits and two walks over 6.2 innings in a 7-2 win. He struck out five. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: The right-hander was initially scheduled to start the matinee, but a stomach bug made him a late scratch. Manoah powered through and was able to take the mound in the nightcap however, and he delivered his fifth straight quality start and his 22nd of the season. Manoah sports a 1.29 ERA, 0.83 WHIP and 32:8 K:BB through 35 innings over that five-outing QS streak, and the 24-year-old seems to be getting stronger down the stretch with the playoffs in sight.
Sep 13 2022Manoah (illness) will start Game 2 of Tuesday's doubleheader against the Rays with no restrictions, Scott Mitchell of TSN.ca reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: He was originally scheduled to start Game 1 but was scratched with a stomach bug. Manoah should be deployed as usual for the nightcap.
Sep 7 2022Manoah (14-7) earned the win over Baltimore on Wednesday, tossing eight innings and allowing one run on three hits and one walk while striking out five batters. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Manoah gave up a run in the first inning but allowed just one baserunner over seven scoreless innings thereafter. The right-hander completed eight frames on an efficient 95 pitches to register his fourth straight quality start. Manoah has built upon a strong rookie season with an even better sophomore campaign, as he ranks seventh among qualified MLB starters with a 2.42 ERA while tying for fifth with 14 wins.
Sep 3 2022Manoah (13-7) earned the win against the Pirates on Friday, allowing no runs on five hits while striking out six and walking one over 7.1 innings. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Manoah pitched another gem Friday, keeping the Pirates off the scoreboard while striking out six of them. He threw 64 of 98 pitches for strikes across seven frames, stranding six baserunners. This was Manoah's first win since Aug. 4 but his third quality start in a row. The righty is up to 20 quality starts this season. He will take a 2.48 ERA into his next appearance.
Aug 28 2022Manoah (12-7) took the loss Saturday, allowing one run on four hits and two walks over seven innings against the Angels. He struck out eight. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Manoah allowed just one extra-base hit in the form of a double from Ryan Aguilar and later surrendered an RBI single to shortstop Luis Rengifo in the sixth to break the scoreless deadlock. In his last eight starts, the righty has recorded five quality starts and 50 strikeouts over 48 innings. In addition, Manoah has not allowed a home run in four of his last five starts.
Aug 21 2022Manoah allowed two runs (one earned) on four hits and two walks while striking out eight in six innings during Sunday's loss to the Yankees. He didn't factor into the decision. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Manoah was in line for the loss when he exited Sunday's matchup, but he was able to settle for the no-decision since the Blue Jays tied the game in the top of the seventh inning. The right-hander has been less sharp than usual over his last five starts, posting a 4.50 ERA in 28 innings while picking up just one win over that stretch. He projects to make his next start at home against the Angels on Saturday.
Aug 17 2022Manoah (12-6) took the loss Tuesday, giving up four runs on four hits and four walks over 5.2 innings as the Blue Jays fell 4-2 to the Orioles. He struck out seven. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: The right-hander blanked Baltimore into the fifth inning, but with two outs and nobody on, Manoah served up back-to-back solo shots to Cedric Mullins and Adley Rutschman. His control then deserted him in the sixth, leading to two more runs. Manoah has failed to last six innings in three of his last four starts, and his career-high workload of 142.2 innings -- he tossed 129.2 innings between Triple-A and the majors in 2021 -- might be getting to the 24-year-old. Despite his recent stumbles, he still boasts a 2.71 ERA, 1.04 WHIP and 131:35 K:BB on the season.
Aug 9 2022Manoah did not factor into the decision Tuesday, allowing three runs on eight hits and one walk over five innings in a 6-5 loss to the Orioles. He struck out five. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Toronto's ace got off to a rocky start, surrendering two runs in the first inning and proceeding to allow one more run to score in the third. While he was unable to record the quality start, Manoah was able to get through five innings for the 22nd time this season despite not being at his best. He looks to get the better of the Orioles in his next scheduled start next week.
Aug 4 2022Manoah (12-5) allowed two runs on two hits, four walks and a hit batter while striking out five across six innings to earn the win Thursday over the Twins. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Manoah matched his season high with the four walks, but he was able to keep the ball in the yard for just the second time in his last eight starts. The Blue Jays' offense made sure he left with a lead by rallying for three runs in the sixth inning. The 24-year-old right-hander has quality starts in four of his last five outings, and he owns a sharp 2.45 ERA, 0.99 WHIP and 119:30 K:BB across 132 innings in 21 starts overall. Manoah is on track for a road start in Baltimore next week.
Aug 3 2022Manoah (elbow) has been cleared to make his next start Thursday in Minnesota, Shi Davidi of Sportsnet.ca reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Though Manoah exited his most recent start Friday against the Tigers early after being struck on the elbow with a comebacker, he avoided a significant injury and escaped with just a bruise on his pitching arm. The 24-year-old was apparently able to complete his between-starts bullpen session without any discomfort, so he should be in line for a normal workload Thursday when he takes the hill for the 21st time this season.
Jul 31 2022Blue Jays interim manager John Schneider said Sunday that Manoah (elbow) is line to make his next turn through the rotation, Mitch Bannon of SI.com reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Manoah was fortunate to avoid anything more than a bruise after he was struck in his pitching elbow by a comebacker in his last outing Friday against the Tigers. He played catch Sunday and could be cleared to throw a side session Monday or Tuesday. If all goes well during the mound session, Manoah would be available to start as soon as Thursday's series opener in Minnesota. Due to an off day Monday, the Blue Jays would have the luxury of pushing Manoah's next start until Saturday if he needs a couple extra days to heal up.
Jul 30 2022Manoah (elbow) is feeling better Saturday, Shi Davidi of Sportsnet.ca reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Manoah exited Friday's game against the Tigers with a right elbow contusion after being struck by a comebacker, but he underwent X-rays that came back negative. He'll rest for a few days before throwing a side session, and while the Blue Jays hope he won't need to miss a turn through the rotation, his availability for his next start will likely be determined based on how he feels after his upcoming throwing session.
Jul 29 2022Manoah left Friday's game against the Tigers with a right elbow contusion. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Precautionary X-rays came back negative, and the Jays have Monday off, so Manoah could get a week to rest up before taking the ball again. He was hit in the right elbow by a comebacker off the bat of Jonathan Schoop and exited after giving up four runs in 5.1 innings.
Jul 24 2022Manoah (11-4) earned the win against Boston on Saturday, allowing one run on seven hits while striking out seven and walking none over six innings. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Despite allowing seven hits in Saturday's contest, Manoah limited the damage to just one earned run on a Bobby Dalbec solo shot in the second inning. Manoah threw 68 of 97 pitches for strikes across six frames, helping the righty pick up his third quality start in a row. In fact, just three of his 19 starts this year have not resulted in a quality start. Manoah has also been excellent at limiting walks, with none allowed in his last two games. He will take a 2.24 ERA and a 0.97 WHIP into his next appearance.
Jul 16 2022Manoah (10-4) picked up the win Friday, allowing one run on four hits over seven innings in an 8-1 victory over the Royals. He struck out six without walking a batter. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: The right-hander did plunk two batters, but Manoah otherwise dominated as he piled up 17 swinging strikes among his 86 pitches. The quality start was his 15th in 18 trips to the mound -- tying him with Sandy Alcantara for second in the majors behind Framber Valdez's 16 -- and Manoah will take a 2.28 ERA, 0.96 WHIP and 103:25 K:BB through 114.2 innings into what will probably be the first of many All-Star Game appearances for the 24-year-old.
Jul 9 2022Manoah (9-4) took the loss Saturday against the Mariners. He allowed two runs on three hits and four walks with seven strikeouts in 7.1 innings. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Manoah's four walks matched a season high -- he hadn't issued that many free passes since April 11. He also gave up a homer for the fourth straight start, and it was a two-run blast to Carlos Santana, which saddled Manoah with his second straight loss. The right-hander showed improvement from his recent form, but he's still allowed 16 runs (14 earned) over his last 32 innings. For the season, he has a 2.34 ERA, 0.98 WHIP and 97:25 K:BB through 107.2 innings in 17 starts. He's projected for a favorable home start against the Royals next week, giving him a chance to end the first half strong.
Jul 4 2022Manoah (9-3) allowed five runs (four earned) on six hits, two walks and a hit batter while striking out five over 5.2 innings, taking the loss Monday versus the Athletics. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: The A's got to Manoah for three runs in the first inning. He also allowed solo home runs to Ramon Laureano and Stephen Vogt later in the contest, making this just the second time in 16 starts the right-hander has given up multiple long balls. Manoah's yielded 14 runs (12 earned) in 24.2 innings across his last four starts, enduring his first real stretch of adversity in 2022. He still owns a 2.33 ERA, 0.99 WHIP and 90:21 K:BB through 100.1 innings overall, and he'll look to get back on track in Seattle this weekend.
Jun 29 2022Manoah allowed three runs (two earned) on six hits and a walk with six strikeouts in seven innings in a no-decision versus the Red Sox on Wednesday. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Manoah was solid in this start, earning his 13th quality start in 15 turns this season. His biggest mistake was a two-run home run to Alex Verdugo in the sixth inning. Manoah owns a 2.09 ERA, 0.96 WHIP and 85:19 K:BB across 94.2 innings overall as he continues to be one of the top pitchers in the majors. He'll resume his pursuit of his 10th win of the year in Oakland next week.
Jun 24 2022Manoah (9-2) allowed two runs on five hits and three walks with six strikeouts in 6.2 innings, earning the win Friday over the Brewers. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Manoah allowed a run on a fielder's choice in the fifth inning and gave up a solo home run to Tyrone Taylor in the seventh. The Blue Jays' offense was more than capable of covering that damage, allowing Manoah to earn his fourth win in his last five starts. It was also his 12th quality start in 14 outings this season, as the 24-year-old right-hander continues to pitch like an ace. He has a 2.05 ERA, 0.96 WHIP and 79:18 K:BB while allowing just six homers in 87.2 innings this year. He's projected for a home start versus the Red Sox next week, though it's unclear if the Blue Jays will stay on rotation with an eight-game week ahead or if they'll call upon a spot starter early in the week. If Manoah gets pushed back a day, he'd face the Rays.
Jun 18 2022Manoah (8-2) gave up four earned runs on six hits and a walk while striking out five over 5.1 innings to take the loss in a 4-0 defeat to the Yankees on Saturday. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Manoah gave up four earned runs for the first time this season and was tagged for only his second loss. Despite being his worst start of the season, it came against the best offense in the league and did have some bright spots. Manoah kept Aaron Judge hitless and didn't surrender a home run. Considering the tough matchup, there isn't anything to suggest that Manoah won't continue to find success in 2022, especially against lesser lineups. Opponents are still only hitting .201 against him on the season. Manoah is slated for a more favorable matchup in Milwaukee next week.
Jun 13 2022Manoah (8-1) allowed a hit, a walk and a hit batter while striking out seven over six scoreless innings to earn the win Monday over the Orioles. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Manoah had no trouble quieting the Orioles' bats Monday, turning in his second straight outing of six shutout innings. He's posted a quality start in all but one of his 12 starts this season, and he's earned the win in four of his last five outings. The 24-year-old has posted a dominant 1.67 ERA, 0.91 WHIP and 68:14 K:BB through 75.2 innings this season. He's projected for a home start versus the Yankees this weekend. While that's a tough matchup on paper, he's allowed just one run, four hits and five walks in 12 innings across two previous starts against the Yankees this season.
Jun 7 2022Manoah (7-1) earned the win Tuesday after he pitched six scoreless innings, allowing six hits and three walks while striking out four against the Royals. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Manoah held the Royals without an extra-base hit over six frames Tuesday, notching his fifth consecutive quality start. Over that stretch he has posted a 1.87 ERA and 1.04 ERA with 26 punchouts over 33.2 frames. Manoah's season numbers now sit at a 7-1 record with a masterful 1.81 ERA and 0.96 WHIP with 61 strikeouts in 69.2 innings over 11 starts.
Jun 2 2022Manoah (6-1) earned the victory, striking out five in 7.2 innings while allowing three runs on six hits and a walk in an 8-3 win Thursday over the White Sox. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Manoah cruised through the first seven innings, allowing just three singles and a walk and needing only 83 pitches to complete the frames. After retiring the first batter of the eighth, three of the next four White Sox hit safely and Manoah was replaced. The former West Virginia Mountaineer continues to impress in his sophomore season and has not allowed more than three runs in any of his 10 starts while pitching six innings or more in nine of those appearances. His next start will likely be in the middle of next week in Kansas City.
May 27 2022Manoah allowed three runs (two earned) on seven hits across six innings in Friday's win over the Angels. He struck out nine and did not factor in the decision. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: The two earned runs against Manoah came in the form of solo homers by Jared Walsh and Tyler Wade in the third and fifth innings, respectively. It was the first time he's allowed multiple home runs in one start since June 19 of last season. The 24-year-old has yet to allow more than two earned runs in any of his nine starts in 2022. Manoah has registered a 1.77 ERA with an impressive 52:9 K:BB through 56 frames. He's projected to face the White Sox at home next week.
May 21 2022Manoah (5-1) picked up the win against the Reds on Saturday, allowing one run on seven hits over eight innings. He struck out four and did not issue a walk. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: While the strikeouts were modest in this one, Manoah was in control throughout. He limited the damage to a Joey Votto RBI double in the fourth inning, and Manoah probably could have pitched a complete game, but manager Charlie Montoyo made the call to lift Manoah at 83 pitches. The right-hander has been one of the best pitchers in all of baseball this season, turning in seven quality starts in eight trips to the mound so far.
May 15 2022Manoah (4-1) yielded three runs (one earned) on five hits over six innings Sunday, striking out four and taking a loss against the Rays. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Manoah rolled through five shutout innings before the Rays finally broke through in the sixth. They scored all three runs in the inning, including an RBI single from Ji-Man Choi. It was the first time this season that Manoah gave up more than two runs in an outing but his ERA dropped slightly to 1.71 through 42 frames. He's projected to face the Reds at home next weekend.
May 8 2022Manoah allowed two runs on five hits and a walk while striking out three in five innings during Sunday's 4-3 loss to the Guardians. He didn't factor into the decision. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Sunday's outing marked the first time this season that Manoah didn't record a quality start in 2022, but he was still relatively effective while tossing 95 pitches against Cleveland. The right-hander picked up four consecutive wins to begin the year but has been forced to settle for no-decisions in his last two outings. However, Manoah still has a strong 1.75 ERA and 0.89 WHIP in 36 innings. He tentatively lines up to make his next start on the road against Tampa Bay next Sunday.
May 4 2022Manoah didn't factor into the decision in Tuesday's 9-1 loss to the Yankees, allowing one run on three hits and a walk over six innings. He struck out seven. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: It was another impressive performance from the right-hander, and Manoah's only real mistake got hammered into the left-center field seats for a solo shot by Aaron Judge in the sixth inning. Unfortunately for Toronto, the bullpen made a mess of things as soon as Manoah was out of the game. The 24-year-old has delivered five quality starts in five outings to begin the season, giving him a stellar 1.45 ERA, 0.84 WHIP and 32:8 K:BB through 31 innings.
Apr 24 2022Manoah (3-0) allowed two earned runs on seven hits and no walks while striking out five across six innings to earn the win Saturday against Houston. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Manoah surrendered a two-run homer to Alex Bregman in the first inning, but that was the only extra-base hit he surrendered. Particularly encouraging was that Manoah did not allow a walk, as he entered the game having surrendered six free passes across his first 12 innings this season. Across 18 innings to begin the campaign, Manoah has maintained a 2.00 ERA with 18 strikeouts.
Apr 17 2022Manoah (2-0) allowed two runs on four hits and two walks over six innings Sunday. He struck out six and earned a win over the Athletics. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Manoah worked through four shutout frames before Oakland finally ended his 10-inning scoreless streak. He coughed up a solo shot to Stephen Vogt and an RBI sacrifice fly to Sean Murphy. The 24-year-old forced an impressive 17 swinging strikes Sunday, giving him 29 through 12 innings this season. Manoah will carry a 1.50 ERA into his projected start next weekend in Houston.
Apr 12 2022Manoah (1-0) was dominant in Monday's 3-0 win over the Yankees, allowing one run and four walks over six scoreless innings. He struck out seven. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: The young right-hander's control wavered at times and he threw only 52 of 89 pitches for strikes, but Manoah made sure the Yankees weren't able to take advantage by preventing any hard contact -- the only hit New York managed was a Joey Gallo single in the second inning that only made it through the infield because of a defensive shift. Manoah will look to keep rolling in his next scheduled start, at home Saturday against the A's.
Mar 27 2022Manoah allowed two hits and two walks over 3.1 scoreless innings in Saturday's Grapefruit League game against the Yankees. He struck out three. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Facing most of New York's Opening day lineup, Manoah saw consistent traffic on the bases but was able to shut down any potential rallies, inducing double plays in the second and third innings and striking out the final two batters he faced in Josh Donaldson and Joey Gallo. Manoah has had a solid start to the spring, posting a 5:3 K:BB through 5,1 innings, and the 24-year-old right-hander is looking to take a step forward after his impressive 2021 big-league debut.
Oct 2 2021Manoah (9-2) picked up the win in Saturday's 10-1 rout of the Orioles, allowing one run on one hit and one walk over seven innings. He struck out 10. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: The rookie was dominant in his final start of the regular season, firing 60 of 89 pitches for strikes en route to his fourth straight win, and his performance down the stretch has been a big reason why the Jays will head into the season's final day still alive in the wild-card hunt. Manoah has a 3.22 ERA and 127:40 K:BB through 111.2 innings in his first taste of the majors.
Sep 27 2021Manoah (8-2) allowed two runs on six hits and two walks while striking out eight over 5.2 innings as he got the win over the Twins on Sunday. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Manoah found himself in some trouble early on. Two runners were in scoring position with one out in the opening frame but the hard-throwing rookie was able to get himself out of it with back-to-back strikeouts. He couldn't replicate the same success the following inning, however, as the Twins got two men on once again and got a run across. Manoah would later surrender his second run of the night when Byron Buxton took him deep in the fifth to make it a 4-2 ballgame. The 23-year-old rookie got up to 102 pitches in this one and pitched well enough to secure his third straight win. He now owns an impressive 3.35 ERA, 1.10 WHIP and 117:39 K:BB over 104.2 innings. The American League Rookie of the Year candidate is expected to take the mound once more in the regular season next weekend against Baltimore.
Sep 21 2021Manoah (7-2) picked up a win after pitching six innings, giving up two runs on five hits and six walks while striking out seven versus the Rays on Monday. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: The rookie struggled with his command in this one, walking a career-high six batters. He was able to limit the damage to two RBI singles in the contest, one to Brandon Lowe in the second inning and another to Joey Wendle in the fifth. The 23-year-old has now put together three strong starts in a row after giving up six runs to the Athletics on Sept. 3. Over that stretch he has posted a 2.29 ERA and 1.02 WHIP with 21 strikeouts over 19.2 innings. He's lined up to face the Twins in his next start Sunday.
Sep 14 2021Manoah (6-2) picked up the win in Monday's 8-1 rout of the Rays, giving up one hit over eight scoreless innings. He struck out 10 without walking a batter. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: The rookie retired 14 straight batters to begin the game before Joey Wendle lined a two-out single in the fifth inning, a knock Manoah avenged by plunking Wendle in the eighth -- the only other baserunner he allowed all night. That HBP may have factored into manager Charlie Montoyo's decision to pull the right-hander after 97 pitches (62 strikes) rather than letting his young ace go for a complete game shutout. Manoah will take a 3.39 ERA, 1.03 WHIP and 102:31 K:BB through 93 innings into his next outing.
Sep 9 2021Manoah didn't factor into the decision in Wednesday's 6-3 win over the Yankees, giving up three runs on five hits and three walks over 5.2 innings. He struck out four. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: The right-hander blanked the Yanks through four innings before getting tagged for all three of his runs in the fifth, tying the score at 3-3, and Manoah got the hook in the sixth after a single and a walk to finish with 101 pitches (62 strikes). The rookie's control has been slipping lately and he's issued three free passes in three of his last four starts, but considering he's thrown a career-high 103 innings between Triple-A and the majors in 2021, fatigue could well be a factor. Since the All-Star break, Manoah has a 4.43 ERA, 1.16 WHIP and 40:16 K:BB through 44.2 innings.
Sep 4 2021Manoah didn't factor into the decision in Friday's 11-10 win over the A's, surrendering six runs on five hits and three walks over five-plus innings. He struck out two. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: The rookie didn't have his best stuff, getting tagged for two runs in each of the first, fifth and sixth innings before getting the hook after 89 pitches (53 strikes). Manoah has been hit and miss lately, recording four quality starts in his last seven outings but coughing up at least six runs in two of the other three starts in that stretch. His overall numbers remain solid however, and the 23-year-old carries a 3.63 ERA, 1.10 WHIP and 88:28 K:BB through his first 79.1 big-league innings.
Aug 29 2021Manoah didn't factor into the decision in Saturday's 3-2 extra-innings win over the Tigers, allowing two runs on four hits over 6.1 innings. He struck out eight without walking a batter. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: The rookie took a shutout into the seventh inning before running out of steam, and Manoah exited after 103 pitches (69 strikes) with the Jays still ahead 2-1. Unfortunately, Trevor Richards allowed an inherited runner to score when the infield defense couldn't quite turn an inning-ending double play, denying Manoah his sixth win. He still delivered his second straight quality start and seventh in 14 big-league outings, and he sports a 3.15 ERA, 1.06 WHIP and 86:25 K:BB through his first 74.1 big-league innings.
Aug 24 2021Manoah didn't factor into the decision in Monday's 2-1 win over the White Sox, giving up one run on five hits and three walks over six innings. He struck out five. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Making his return from the bereavement list, Manoah dueled Lance Lynn to a 1-1 standstill before exiting after 108 pitches (64 strikes). The rookie has seven quality starts in 13 trips to the mound to begin his big-league career, consistency that has led to a 3.18 ERA, 1.10 WHIP and 78:25 K:BB through his first 68 innings for the Jays.
Aug 22 2021The Blue Jays reinstated Manoah (personal) from the bereavement list Sunday. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Manoah was away from the Blue Jays for four days while tending to the personal matter, but because his last start came Tuesday and the team has had an off day since then, he didn't miss a turn through the rotation. The rookie right-hander is on track to start Monday's series opener versus the White Sox, and he'll line up for his second turn of the week Aug. 28 in Detroit.
Aug 18 2021The Blue Jays placed Manoah on the bereavement list Wednesday, Kaitlyn McGrath of The Athletic reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Per MLB rules, a player must remain on the bereavement list for 3-to-7 days, but it's unclear if Manoah will require more than the minimum amount of time away from the team to tend to the personal matter. If Manoah rejoins Toronto by the start of next week, he would remain on track to make his next start Monday against the White Sox. After posting a 1.53 ERA over a stretch of six consecutive starts, Manoah faltered in Tuesday's 12-6 loss to the Nationals, serving up seven runs (six earned) on six hits and one walk while working a career-low three innings.
Aug 12 2021Manoah improved to 5-1 after striking out a career-high 11 and limiting the Angels to two runs on five hits and two walks over 6.2 innings in Wednesday's 10-2 win. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: The rookie has emerged victorious in three straight starts, posting a tidy 1.93 ERA over that span while benefiting from some generous run support. Because the Toronto bullpen had been overworked of late, manager Charlie Montoyo allowed Manoah to toss 114 pitches in the outing. Expect the Blue Jays to aim to keep Manoah closer to the 100-pitch mark in his future starts, but his stellar recent form should make him a must-play option in just about every fantasy league at this point.
Aug 7 2021Manoah (4-1) picked up the win in Friday's 12-4 rout of the Red Sox, allowing two runs on four hits and three walks over five innings. He struck out four. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: The rookie wasn't terribly efficient and exited the game in line for a loss after tossing 93 pitches (56 strikes), but the Jays erupted for nine runs in the bottom of the fifth inning to put Manoah in the win column. It was the fifth straight outing in which he's given up two earned runs or less, and the 23-year-old will take a 2.58 ERA, 1.01 WHIP and 60:19 K:BB through his first 52.1 big-league innings into his next start.
Aug 1 2021Manoah (3-1) earned the win Saturday versus Kansas City after giving up two hits and a walk with four strikeouts over seven shutout innings. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Manoah made his first start since July 9 after dealing with a back injury and surrendered only a pair of singles to the Royals. The right-hander hasn't allowed an earned run in three of his past four outings and has a 0.76 ERA, 0.80 WHIP and 29:7 K:BB across 23.3 innings during that stretch. He has an impressive 2.47 ERA and 0.97 WHIP through his first eight major-league starts and should be a consistent presence in Toronto's rotation down the stretch.
Jul 31 2021Manoah (back) was reinstated from the 10-day injured list prior to his start Saturday against the Royals. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: The rookie posted a 2.90 ERA and 52:15 K:BB in 40.1 innings across eight starts before landing on the injured list July 19 with a bruised back. Manoah will face Kansas City for the first time in his career Saturday. Trent Thornton was optioned to Triple-A Buffalo in a corresponding move.
Jul 27 2021Manager Charlie Montoyo said Tuesday that Manoah (back) is on track to be activated from the 10-day injured list to start Saturday against the Royals, Hazel Mae of Sportsnet reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: It was reported Monday that Manoah could be activated to start Saturday, and Montoyo has now taken that possibility a step further by indicating the right-hander will take the ball so long as he doesn't suffer any setbacks in the coming days. Manoah hasn't pitched since July 9 because of a back bruise suffered while slipping on the dugout steps.
Jul 26 2021Manager Charlie Montoyo said Manoah (back) could return from the injured list to start Saturday versus the Royals, Mike Wilner of the Toronto Star reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: The right-hander was scheduled to throw 60-to-75 pitches in a simulated game Monday, and Montoyo's comments indicate that session went well. If confirmed to start Saturday, Manoah shouldn't face significant workload limitations in his first start off the injured list given Monday's pitch count.
Jul 25 2021Manoah (back) is scheduled to throw 60-to-75 pitches in a simulated game Monday, Arden Zwelling of Sportsnet.ca reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: The 23-year-old was previously expected to rejoin the rotation Monday, but he'll instead throw one more simulated game before potentially being activated. If all goes well in the sim game, Manoah could be back with Toronto to start Saturday's contest versus Kansas City.
Jul 24 2021Manoah (back) won't return from the injured list early next week, Mitch Bannon of SI.com reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Manoah had initially hoped that he'd be able to return to the Blue Jays in time to start Monday's series opener in Boston, but he'll instead make a simulated start in Florida on Monday. It's not yet clear when the right-hander will be able to return from the injured list.
Jul 21 2021Manoah (back) hopes to return to the starting rotation Monday in Boston, Shi Davidi of Sportsnet.ca reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Manoah suffered a right back bruise after he slipped on the dugout steps recently, but he's been optimistic that he'll only miss one turn through the rotation. He felt fine after playing catch in recent days, but Thomas Hatch will be available as a backup option in case the right-hander isn't ready to return.
Jul 20 2021Manoah (back) is only expected to miss one turn in the rotation, Shi Davidi of Sportsnet.ca reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Manoah hit the injured list Monday with a bruised back, an injury he suffered after slipping on the dugout steps. He felt fine after playing catch, so he should be ready to return after a minimum-length stay. Thomas Hatch will start in his absence Tuesday against the Red Sox.
Jul 19 2021Manoah was placed on the 10-day injured list Monday with a right back bruise. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: The young right-hander was slated to start Tuesday versus the Red Sox, but he recently suffered a back contusion and will require a stint on the injured list. Thomas Hatch and Anthony Kay are in the mix to fill Manoah's spot in the rotation. Manoah was still able to play catch Monday, so he may not be looking at a lengthy absence.
Jul 10 2021Manoah (2-1) took the loss Friday as the Blue Jays fell 7-1 to the Rays, allowing three runs (two earned) on three hits and three walks over 3.2 innings. He struck out nine. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: The rookie flashed his dominance as nine of his 11 outs came via strikeout, but Manoah had trouble finding the zone regularly -- he threw 48 of 88 pitches for strikes before exiting -- and also plunked two more batters, giving him four HBP through his first 40.1 big-league innings. Despite a few bumpy outings, he'll take a 2.90 ERA, 1.07 WHIP and 52:15 K:BB into the All-Star break.
Jul 8 2021Manoah won't start Thursday against the Orioles after the game was postponed due to inclement weather. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Thursday's contest will be made up as part of a doubleheader in September, but Manoah will take the mound in Friday's series opener in Tampa Bay, Mike Wilner of the Toronto Star reports. The right-hander has allowed an unearned run on seven hits and three walks while striking out 16 in 13 innings across his last two starts.
Jul 3 2021Manoah (2-0) earned the win Friday against the Rays after tossing seven scoreless innings, allowing three hits and a walk while fanning 10. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: The 10 strikeouts were a season-high mark for the 2019 first-round pick, who looked impressive in his first outing since serving a five-game suspension. However, it's worth noting he's now tossed two straight scoreless outings while allowing one earned run or fewer in four of his last five appearances. The sample size remains relatively small, but he owns a strong 2.70 ERA in his first seven outings as a big-leaguer. He's slated to pitch again next week on the road against the Orioles.
Jul 2 2021Manoah (suspension) was reinstated to the Blue Jays' active roster and is slated to start Friday against the Rays, Mitch Bannon of SI.com reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: The 23-year-old received a five-game ban for intentionally throwing at Maikel Franco back on June 19, and the right-hander will rejoin the active roster after serving the suspension. Manoah has a 3.34 ERA, 1.11 WHIP and 33:11 K:BB across 29.2 innings this season, and he's coming off a strong start versus Baltimore in which he allowed only an unearned run over six frames.
Jun 26 2021Manoah accepted his five-game suspension Saturday, Mike Wilner of the Toronto Star reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Manoah initially appealed his suspension for intentionally throwing at Maikel Franco, but he'll begin serving his punishment Saturday. The right-hander started Friday's contest, and he'll be eligible to return July 2. Steven Matz (illness) is slated to return next week, so he'll likely start early in the week since Manoah tentatively lines up to start at home against the Rays on Friday.
Jun 22 2021Manoah has received a five-game suspension and undisclosed fine for intentionally throwing at Maikel Franco during Saturday's game against Baltimore, Roch Kubatko of MASNSports.com reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: The league has determined that Manoah purposely hit Franco, though nobody outside the Blue Jays' clubhouse truly knows the right-hander's intentions. Per Keegan Matheson of MLB.com, Manoah will appeal the suspension, and depending on how long the league takes to make a decision, he'll likely still be eligible to make his scheduled Thursday start against the Orioles.
Jun 20 2021Manoah worked 3.1 innings and served up five runs on four hits -- all home runs -- and a walk while striking out six in Saturday's game against the Orioles. He didn't factor into the decision in Toronto's 10-7 win. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Manoah's day ended early after he was ejected in the fourth inning for hitting Maikel Franco with a pitch, but Toronto likely wouldn't have kept him in the game much longer anyway due to his struggles to rein in the long ball. Fortunately for Manoah, only one of the four home runs he allowed came with a runner on base, sparing him of major damage to his season-long ERA. He now sports a 4.18 ERA to go with a 1.14 WHIP and a 27:9 K:BB in 23.2 innings through his first five starts in the majors.
Jun 14 2021Manoah allowed one run on four hits and one walk while striking out five across six innings Monday against the Red Sox. He didn't factor into the decision. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Manoah made a mistake in the bottom of the third inning, surrendering an RBI double to left field, but he held Boston in check the rest of his start. He's now looked strong in back-to-back outings, surrendering just two earned runs across 11 total frames while punching out nine. Manoah's next outing tentatively lines up for Saturday in Baltimore.
Jun 9 2021Manoah tossed five innings against the White Sox on Wednesday, allowing two runs (one earned) on four hits and two walks while striking out four. He did not factor in the decision. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: After getting lit up by the Marlins in his last turn, Manoah showed some resilience by posting a solid outing against a strong White Sox offense Wednesday. He gave up an unearned run in the first inning as the result of an error and passed ball prior to a Yoan Moncada single, then kept Chicago off the board until Nick Madrigal tagged him for run-scoring double in the fifth. Through three big-league starts, Manoah has posted a 3.14 ERA and 16:7 K:BB across 14.1 innings. His next start is tentatively scheduled for Monday at Boston.
Jun 3 2021Manoah didn't factor into the decision in Wednesday's 6-5 win over the Marlins, surrendering four runs on four hits -- including three home runs -- and three walks over 3.1 innings. He struck out five. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: In his second MLB start, Manoah had his worst outing as a pro on a rainy night in Buffalo, but a ninth-inning rally by Toronto got him off the hook for a loss. The 23-year-old threw 50 of 74 pitches for strikes before exiting, and his rotation spot remains secure given the Blue Jays' lack of alternatives. Manoah will take a 3.86 ERA, 1.18 WHIP and 12:5 K:BB through 9.1 innings into his next start.
May 27 2021Manoah (1-0) fired six scoreless innings on two hits and two walks while striking out seven to earn the win over the Yankees on Thursday. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: In his MLB debut, Manoah looked like a veteran, striking out more batters (7) than baserunners allowed (4). It took him just 88 pitches -- 60 were strikes -- to get through six innings. The 23-year-old had a 0.50 ERA and 27 strikeouts in 18 innings in the minors this season, prompting his call-up. He ranks as the 96th overall prospect in baseball and a top-five prospect in the Blue Jays' system, according to MLB Pipeline.
May 26 2021Manoah won't make his MLB debut Wednesday in New York after the Blue Jays-Yankees game was postponed due to inclement weather. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Though the Blue Jays confirmed Manoah would be called up from Triple-A Buffalo to start Wednesday's game, the team never made the transaction official before the contest was postponed. Expect Manoah to get a formal call-up Thursday, when the Blue Jays and Yankees will reconvene for a doubleheader. Manoah will likely take the hill for one of the games, while Robbie Ray presumably starts the other.
May 24 2021Manoah will be recalled from Triple-A Buffalo to start Wednesday's game against the Yankees, Ken Rosenthal of The Athletic reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Manoah will make his big-league debut Wednesday in what appears to be a tryout for the fifth slot in the club's starting rotation. The right-hander has been excellent in the minors through his first three starts, surrendering just one run while fanning 27 over 18 innings. Expect the Blue Jays to officially announce Manoah's promotion Wednesday, along with a corresponding move.
May 20 2021Manoah tossed six innings of one-run ball Wednesday for Triple-A Buffalo in its 4-1 win over Worcester. He scattered four hits and a walk and struck out 10. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: After turning heads during spring training, Manoah has continued to look like one of the minor league's top arms since reporting to Triple-A Buffalo in May. Through three outings with the affiliate, Manoah is 3-0 with a 0.50 ERA, 0.56 WHIP and 27:3 K:BB in 18 innings. With the back end of the rotation representing the main weakness for a 23-18 Blue Jays squad with playoff aspirations, Manoah could be in the mix for a call-up sooner than expected if he continues to dominate at Triple-A.
May 7 2021Manoah allowed two hits over six scoreless innings in his debut for Triple-A Buffalo on Thursday. He struck out 12 without walking a batter. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: The right-hander made it clear that his dazzling performance this spring was no fluke, as he carved up a Worcester lineup that included Jeter Downs and Jarren Duran while tossing 50 of 81 pitches for strikes. If there was one blot on his ledger it was that he plunked three batters, but it's hard to get too critical about a 6-6 hurler who isn't afraid to work inside with his high-90s heat. Between his talent and the Jays' need in the rotation, Manoah may not be long for the minors if he keeps pitching like this.
Apr 29 2021Manoah will start the season at Triple-A Buffalo, Shi Davidi of Sportsnet.ca reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: The 2019 No. 11 overall pick has only made six professional starts, all of which came at the short-season level. He clearly impressed the Blue Jays at the alternate site last year and during spring training this season, so the team believes he's already prepared to handle the highest level of the minors. The 23-year-old's proximity to the majors seemingly indicates that he'll be in consideration for his big-league debut at some point this year.
Mar 26 2021Manoah struck out four over two perfect innings in Thursday's Grapefruit League game against the Tigers. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: It's a bit of a step down in competition from dominating Yankees regulars, but Manoah continues to mow down whoever he's faced this spring, The 23-year-old was never in contention for a spot on the Opening Day roster given his limited pro experience, but Manoah has opened a lot of eyes with his 0.00 ERA and 15:0 K:BB through seven Grapefruit League innings, and a 2021 big-league debut isn't out of the question if he keeps dealing in the high minors.
Mar 18 2021Manoah was assigned to minor-league camp Thursday. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Manoah likely never had a chance to break camp on the big-league roster, as he's made just six professional starts since being selected 11th overall in the 2019 draft. He couldn't have made a much better case for himself than he did in five scoreless innings this spring, striking out 11 while walking none and giving up one hit. Manoah could make his major-league debut this year if he carries that strong performance into the minor-league season, though his inexperience as a professional may mean he has to wait until 2022.
Mar 16 2021Manoah has an 11:0 K:BB through five scoreless innings this spring while allowing only one hit. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: The big right-hander isn't in line to break camp on the major-league roster, but Manoah is trying to prove that he's nearly ready to make his Blue Jays debut. A first-round pick in 2019, the 23-year-old only made it up to High-A that season before spending last year at Toronto's alternate training site, but an aggressive assignment to Triple-A to begin 2021 should be in the cards.