Blue Jays closer Jordan Romano out until at least mid-August after arthroscopic surgery
Pitcher laboured this season before being put on IL with impingement in right elbow
Toronto Blue Jays closer Jordan Romano will be out several weeks after he underwent arthroscopic surgery to address an impingement in his right elbow.
Blue Jays manager John Schneider said Wednesday the right-handed reliever from Markham, Ont., will not throw for at least six weeks.
It's possible Romano will return later this season if all goes well with his recovery.
Romano (1-2) laboured through 13 2/3 innings this season before being put on the 15-day injured list. He has a 6.59 earned-run average over 15 appearances for Toronto this season.
Romano was already on Toronto's 15-day injured list before the surgery.
Veteran designated hitter Justin Turner was placed on the Blue Jays paternity list on Wednesday following the birth of his first child. Outfielder Steward Berroa was recalled from triple-A Buffalo to fill his spot on the roster.
Catcher Danny Jansen was already on the paternity list. He and his wife welcomed their daughter on Tuesday.
