Jose Berrios Named Blue Jays’ Opening Day Starter for 2025
Jose Berrios will pitch on Opening Day for the Toronto Blue Jays in 2025, earning the honor for the third year in a row with the team and fifth overall in his big league career. Excited at the prospect, he compared it to the first day of school and emphasized how much greater its value is to him because his children now understand its significance.
Manager John Schneider also praised BerrÃos as a “model of consistency,” attributing it to his strong work ethic and dedication. Since 2018, BerrÃos has started 32 games per year, aside from the shortened 2020 season.
On March 27, he will start the Blue Jays’ season opener at Rogers Centre against the Baltimore Orioles. This opening puts him in exalted company, as only Jimmy Key, Dave Stieb, and Roy Halladay have opened at least three Opening Day games for the team.
During spring training, BerrÃos has had good showings, amassing a 2.35 ERA in 15.1 innings and striking out 13 hitters. Commenting on his preparation, he stated, “I always take pride in my job. I work hard every day to try to stay healthy and durable and also do well.”
BerrÃos, through his reliability and leadership, continues to establish himself as a key component of the Blue Jays’ rotation.
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Right-handed pitcher José BerrÃos is one who has established himslef as a solid MLB performer through endurance and consistency. With the Minnesota Twins in 2016, he became a regular starter before joining the Toronto Blue Jays in 2021. Commended for his assertive work ethic, he has made at least 32 starts per full season since 2018. A two-time All-Star, BerrÃos possesses a powerful fastball and sharp curveball, making him a reliable ace of the Blue Jays’ rotation.
Key Information:
- Opening Game: Baltimore Orioles x Toronto Blue Jays
- When: March 27th
- Where: Rogers Centre, Toronto
- Time: 3:07 p.m.
BerrÃos’ consistency and leadership make him a cornerstone of the Blue Jays’ rotation. As he takes the mound on Opening Day, he seeks to set the tone for another strong season.
More:
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- https://www.mlb.com/news/jose-berrios-named-blue-jays-opening-day-2025-starter
- https://www.thestar.com/sports/blue-jays/berrios-named-blue-jays-opening-day-starter-for-second-straight-year/article_5ef061d4-7154-5407-b901-67259725f2aa.html
- https://www.sportsnet.ca/mlb/article/blue-jays-name-jose-berrios-starter-for-opening-day/
- https://www.overheretoronto.com/toronto-blue-jays-2025-events-calendar-highlights/
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