"Unlike the 2024 season, where nearly everything went wrong, a whole lot went right in 2025. For the first time in a while, a young relief pitcher came out of nowhere and contributed significantly, as Braydon Fisher was involved in a minor trade in 2024 to an important piece of the bullpen last season. Moreover, Mason Fluharty had some massive moments for the team in 2025."
"Drafted in the round after Fisher in 2022 was T.J. Brock. The flamethrowing right-handed pitcher has missed most of the last two seasons, last season due to Tommy John surgery, but he could be set for a rapid ascent up the Blue Jays' minor league ladder once he returns. Not only does Brock throw hard, but he also has a plus-plus slider and could easily become a high-leverage reliever."
"The last time Brock was fully healthy was in 2023, his first full professional season. He had stellar results in High-A, but struggled in Double-A, posting a 6.68 ERA and 4.30 FIP in 32.1 innings pitched. While he had a high K% of 37.3% that season, Brock had a 9.9 BB% in 2023. If he can stay healthy and lower the walk rate, the Jays will have a homegrown high-leverage reliever."
The 2025 season produced a strong turnaround with young relievers delivering key contributions, including Braydon Fisher and Mason Fluharty. The Blue Jays bullpen is largely set for 2026 with one or two open spots, but injuries could create opportunities and healthy competition remains valuable. T.J. Brock, drafted after Fisher in 2022, missed significant time due to Tommy John surgery but profiles as a flamethrowing right-hander with a plus-plus slider and high-leverage potential. Brock showed dominant strikeout ability in 2023 but struggled with control in Double-A. Ryan Jennings posted strong strikeout rates yet high walk rates in Triple-A, and Pat Gallagher remains further back after splitting 2025 between High-A and Double-A.
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