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Shane Bieber looks to shake off rust in upcoming start for the sliding Blue Jays
After rejoining the rotation on June 23, Bieber struggled in his first start back, yielding nine hits and four runs in only 3.2 innings of work. The third-place Blue Jays, currently on a three-game losing streak, have elevated him to the role of staff anchor with Max Scherzer sidelined on the injured list. Despite the poor results in his debut, his command was present as he did not issue a single walk during the outing.
While his recent 11.25 ERA is inflated by a single performance, our models suggest a return to his established baseline where he consistently produces a sub-1.20 WHIP. His season projection of a 3.47 ERA aligns more closely with his career norms than his recent blow-up, indicating that the elevated hit rate is likely a temporary byproduct of his injury layoff. Expect his strikeout rate to climb back toward his projected 190-K pace as his arm strength returns.
Bieber is scheduled for a second start this week on June 28 against Texas, facing right-hander Cal Quantrill. Quantrill has been solid with a 3.73 ERA and 1.28 WHIP, but Bieber remains the superior fantasy option due to his elite ceiling and rotation security. Given the lack of walks in his previous start and the need for innings in the Toronto rotation, he should be treated as a reliable fantasy asset. Start.
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