All-Star Game notes
The All-Star Game is set for July 14, featuring a clash between the American League and National League. This year, the Blue Jays have a notable presence: Ernie Clement collected the most fan votes among AL players to participate, and John Schneider will manage the AL squad. The game airs at 8:00 PM Eastern Time (6:00 PM Mountain Time). Viewers in the United States can watch on FOX, while Canadian viewers can tune in on Sportsnet.
Updates on Johan Figuera
According to Minor League Baseball transactions, the Blue Jays made several moves on the morning of July 14, including an assignment involving Johan Figuera. Figuera is a 19-year-old right-handed pitcher from Agua Caliente, Venezuela. He stands 6 feet tall and weighs 194 pounds and signed with the Blue Jays as an international free agent in early June. He has been assigned to the Dominican Summer League (DSL) Blue Jays Blue team.
Geovanny Planchart’s return from injury
Another transaction involved Geovanny Planchart. Planchart had been on the New Hampshire Fisher Cats’ 60-day injured list since April 22. He has begun a rehab assignment with the Complex League (FCL) Blue Jays. The 24-year-old catcher is 6-foot-2 and 176 pounds. In six games with the Blue Jays’ Double-A affiliate this season, Planchart has posted six hits, six RBIs, and a .375 batting average. Planchart is noted for an aggressive playing style, strong defensive skills, quick reflexes, and a solid throwing arm. The longer-term expectation is that he could be a regular catcher for the Blue Jays in the future.
All-Star Game roster notes
Several Blue Jays players will be involved in the All-Star Game. Notable performances and stats for the year include:
– Dylan Cease: 17 starts, a 6-4 record, 98.1 innings pitched, 148 strikeouts, 2.56 ERA.
– Ernie Clement: 93 games, eight home runs, 32 RBIs, three stolen bases, 106 hits, 23 doubles.
– Louis Varland: 44 games, 3-3 record, 49 innings, 67 strikeouts, five holds, 19 saves, 1.10 ERA.
All-Star batting lineups
American League lineup highlights include:
– Center field: Mike Trout
– Designated hitter: Yordan Alvarez
– Catcher: Shea Langeliers
– Third base: Junior Caminero
– Shortstop: Bobby Witt Jr.
– Right field: Cody Bellinger
– First base: Ben Rice
– Left field: Riley Greene
– Second base: Ernie Clement
Starting pitcher: Dylan Cease
National League lineup highlights include:
– Designated hitter: Kyle Schwarber
– Left field: Juan Soto
– First base: Freddie Freeman
– Shortstop: C.J. Abrams
– Third base: Max Muncy
– Second base: Ozzie Albies
– Right field: Brandon Marsh
– Center field: Andrew Pages
– Catcher: Drake Baldwin
Starting pitcher: Cristopher Sanchez
Additional notes
Fans can follow updates and see which Blue Jays players are featured in the All-Star Game, along with rosters and game-day details, through official MLB sources and broadcast partners.
This summary compiles the latest team moves and All-Star-related updates, highlighting Johan Figuera’s first DSL assignment, Geovanny Planchart’s rehab assignment back in the system, and the Blue Jays’ representation at the 2024 All-Star Game.
