NATE PEARSON NEWS

Throws successful bullpen session Pearson (groin) felt good after throwing a bullpen session Saturday, Ben Nicholson-Smith of Sportsnet.ca reports.

Impact Manager Charlie Montoyo said Friday that Pearson won't have time to stretch out prior to Opening Day, but his throwing session Saturday went well. The right-hander will throw another bullpen in the coming days and could presumably advance to live batting practice or simulated games after that. It's not yet clear whether Pearson will begin the regular season in the bullpen or if he'll build up to a starter's workload away from the team.

MARCH 13, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Won't be ready by Opening Day Pearson (groin) will throw a bullpen session Saturday but won't be ready to start by Opening Day, Rob Longley of the Toronto Sun reports.

Impact Pearson's spring buildup has been interrupted by a groin strain. While the issue isn't a particularly worrisome one, it's disrupted his preseason preparation to the point that he won't have time to stretch out as a starter by the time the regular season begins. It's not yet clear whether he'll start the year in the bullpen or continue building up to a starter's workload while off the roster.

MARCH 12, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

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MARCH 12, 2021 • MLB.COM

Increases throwing distance Pearson (groin) threw long toss from 120 feet Tuesday and is slated to repeat the activity Thursday, Hazel Mae of Sportsnet reports.

Impact Pearson had most recently been playing catch from 90 feet, so he's apparently taken a marginal step forward in his throwing program. If Pearson comes out of Thursday's long-toss session without incident, he could be cleared for a bullpen session this weekend. The 24-year-old may still be facing an uphill battle to make it back for Opening Day, but he shouldn't miss much regular-season action.

MARCH 9, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Plays catch from 90 feet Pearson (groin) played catch from 90 feet Saturday, Rob Longley of the Toronto Sun reports.

Impact Pearson was diagnosed with a Grade 1 right groin strain Thursday, but the team didn't sound too concerned about the injury. The right-hander felt good after his throwing session Saturday, but he'll be re-evaluated Sunday. It's not yet clear whether the injury will impact his availability for Opening Day. A better timetable for his return could be known based on how he feels after his evaluation Sunday.

MARCH 6, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Blue Jays: How Nate Pearson’s injury is a blessing in disguise The Blue Jays delivered the news that Nate Pearson has an injury to his groin, but in a weird way it may turn out to be a blessing in disgui...

MARCH 6, 2021 • JAYSJOURNAL.COM

Suffers minor groin strain Pearson was diagnosed Thursday with a Grade 1 right groin strain, Hazel Mae of Sportsnet reports.

Impact Pearson suffered the injury during his spring debut Monday against the Pirates. The Blue Jays don't sound particularly concerned, but they understandably intend to be cautious with their top pitching prospect. He's been shut down for now. While the team hasn't yet commented on his availability for Opening Day, it was always likely Pearson would have his innings managed in some form this season, so it's possible he's brought along slowly and starts the year on the injured list.

MARCH 4, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Notes: Pearson debuts; Ray pounds zone DUNEDIN, Fla. -- Nate Pearson’s Spring Training debuts typically kick the hype train into overdrive, as his triple-digit heat helps to shake...

MARCH 1, 2021 • MLB.COM

Looking to refine command Pearson is focused on improving his command this season, Mark Feinsand of MLB.com reports. "In the Minors, you can definitely get away with being a little erratic because velo can...

Impact The young right-hander didn't disappoint with his raw fastball velocity in his debut last year, routinely popping 100 mph or more, but Pearson's overall results were disappointing as his location both inside and outside the strike zone was often erratic. A flexor strain in his elbow didn't help matters, but even if Pearson stays healthy in 2021, his ability to improve his command will be the key to turning his impressive arsenal into actual production. "I felt like early last year I was trying to paint corners too much rather than just fill up the zone with strikes," the 24-year-old said. "That's exactly what I did when I came back off the IL; just attack hitters and fill up the zone. That's what I plan to do in Spring Training and that's one of my goals; throw competitive pitches and strikes. I think good things will always happen when you're filling up the zone."

FEBRUARY 27, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Opinion | The Blue Jays’ Nate Pearson plans to strike first this year, with plenty of first strikes Top prospect has learned in his brief time in the big leagues that his fastball won’t bail him out every time he gets behind.

FEBRUARY 27, 2021 • THESTAR.COM

Blue Jays: Nate Pearson may have dropped a big hint for 2021 It remains to be seen how many innings Nate Pearson can throw for the Blue Jays in 2021, but it sounds like he's ready, and open-minded. Tha...

FEBRUARY 17, 2021 • JAYSJOURNAL.COM

Nate Pearson on MLB experiences | 01/14/2021 Blue Jays pitcher Nate Pearson joins MLB Tonight to discuss his experiences in the Majors so far, the upcoming season and more

JANUARY 14, 2021 • MLB.COM

Blue Jays: Planning a rotation that’s best for Nate Pearson The Blue Jays not only need to improve their starting rotation this winter, they also need to plan to protect their star pitching prospect....

NOVEMBER 24, 2020 • JAYSJOURNAL.COM

Blue Jays prospects Q&A: Keith Law on Nate Pearson, Austin Martin, and more Is Nate Pearson still the future ace of the Blue Jays rotation?

OCTOBER 30, 2020 • THEATHLETIC.COM

Blue Jays: Nate Pearson – Starter, Opener, or Reliever? It seems over the last couple years that each time a blue chip prospect comes up to the majors, there is another one waiting to get the call...

OCTOBER 5, 2020 • JAYSJOURNAL.COM

Nate Pearson strikes out the side | 09/30/2020 Nate Pearson enters the 4th inning for the Blue Jays and gets three consecutive Rays batters to swing and miss

SEPTEMBER 30, 2020 • MLB.COM

Blue Jays: What role will Nate Pearson fill for the playoffs? He won't be able to build up enough arm strength to be a starter, but Nate Pearson showed the Blue Jays the kind of value he can bring to th...

SEPTEMBER 26, 2020 • JAYSJOURNAL.COM

Grabs first career win in return Pearson (1-0) picked up the win in Friday's 10-5 victory over the Orioles, allowing one hit and one walk over 1.2 scoreless innings of relief. He struck out two.

Impact Entering the game after Taijuan Walker tossed three perfect innings in an abbreviated outing, Pearson quickly demonstrated that his arm was healthy again by striking out the first batter he faced, Austin Hays, on three pitches -- a 100.1 mph fastball, an 86.3 mph slider, and then a 101.5 mph fastball. He was rewarded with his first career win. Pearson threw 24 pitches (17 strikes) during his first appearance since Aug. 18, and while the 24-year-old won't have time to get stretched out and join the rotation before the regular season ends, he could be a devastating option out of the bullpen for the Jays in the playoffs.

SEPTEMBER 26, 2020 • ROTOWIRE

Grichuk, Shaw homer, Pearson returns as Blue Jays beat O's

Randal Grichuk and Travis Shaw homered, Nate Pearson returned from an elbow injury to pitch 1 2/3 scoreless innings and the playoff-bound Toronto Blue Jays beat the Baltimore Oriol...

SEPTEMBER 26, 2020 • Associated Press

Blue Jays RHP prospect Pearson placed on IL with elbow issue

Toronto Blue Jays rookie right-hander Nate Pearson has been placed on the 10-day injured list after complaining of elbow tightness following his fourth big league start

AUGUST 19, 2020 • Associated Press

Nate Pearson to IL with elbow tightness This season continues to be a mess. Nate Pearson is going on the IL with elbow tightness. Jacob Waguespack is being added to the active rost...

AUGUST 19, 2020 • BLUEBIRDBANTER.COM

Blue Jays lose Pearson to IL with elbow tightness The Toronto Blue Jays are placing rookie right-hander Nate Pearson on the 10-day injured list due to elbow tightness, manager Charlie Montoy...

AUGUST 19, 2020 • THESCORE.COM

Nate Pearson K's Dwight Smith | 08/19/2020 Nate Pearson strikes out Dwight Smith swinging for the third out in the bottom of the 1st inning

AUGUST 19, 2020 • MLB.COM

Nate Pearson lacks command again as Blue Jays squeak out extra-innings win In a twist, the Blue Jays were actually on the right side of some shoddy defence and bad baserunning in extra innings.

AUGUST 19, 2020 • THEATHLETIC.COM

With run support, Pearson takes step forward Nate Pearson's fourth Major League start mirrored the Blue Jays’ effort as a whole on Tuesday in Baltimore, with a mix of brilliance and blu...

AUGUST 19, 2020 • MLB.COM