Toronto Blue Jays pitcher Kevin Gausman understands the frustration fans are feeling right now. The Blue Jays are struggling to score runs, and Gausman hopes he and his fellow staff can get some support. “As much as you try to block it out, it’s really hard to. The reality is, yeah, if we don’t pitch well, we probably lose,” Gausman said. The team’s performance has been challenging this season, with a 33-36 record and injuries affecting key players like starting pitcher Alex Manoah.
Kevin Gausman Highlights Toronto Blue Jays’ Problems
Gausman himself has faced difficulties, with a 4.08 ERA higher than usual for him. In his last few starts, he gave up eight hits in a game against the Cleveland Guardians. Despite this, he remains a crucial part of the Blue Jays’ pitching staff, relied upon heavily by the team. “Defensively, as pitchers, we need to be better. We almost have to be perfect. It’s tough,” Gausman added.
The Blue Jays have scored only nine runs in their last four games, emphasizing the need for improvement. Gausman has a strong tenure in Toronto, having won 12 games in each of the last two seasons.
He led the American League in strikeouts during the 2023 season. With Manoah out, Kevin Gausman is arguably the ace of the pitching staff. Blue Jays fans were hopeful for more pitching help during the offseason, but the team missed out on signing Shohei Ohtani, who chose to join the Los Angeles team instead.
Despite the challenges, the Blue Jays still have time to turn things around. Kevin Gausman’s performance will play a crucial role in their quest for success. As the team continues its season, fans hope for a resurgence and a shot at another championship series, more than 30 years after their last World Series win.
