"If the Blue Jays had found a way to win the World Series - or at least the 18-inning game three - Eric Lauer's epic relief appearance would be a performance talked about for years to come. He fired 4 2/3 innings of scoreless ball, striking out two while working around a trio of intentional walks. For a player who excelled as a starter and bulk reliever in 2025, there may not have been a player more suited for such a game on the Blue Jays staff."
"The final numbers speak for themselves: a 9-2 record across 28 games (15 starts), with a 3.18 ERA, 1.10 WHIP, and 102 strikeouts across 104.2 innings pitched. His fastball was particularly effective (89th percentile run value), despite its below-average 91.7 mph average. The 2.24 BB/9 was the best mark of his career, making a habit of going right at hitters."
Eric Lauer reestablished himself in 2025, providing value as both a starter and bulk reliever for the Blue Jays. He began the year at Triple-A Buffalo before receiving a call-up at the end of April and finished with a 9-2 record, 3.18 ERA, 1.10 WHIP and 102 strikeouts in 104.2 innings. Lauer displayed excellent control with a career-best 2.24 BB/9 and an effective fastball (89th percentile run value) despite a below-average velocity. His season included an epic 4 2/3-inning scoreless relief outing in an 18-inning game, and he is eligible for arbitration for 2026.
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