Toronto Blue Jays pitcher José Berríos will visit elbow specialist Dr. Keith Meister on Tuesday after experiencing inflammation in his right elbow. Manager John Schneider confirmed the 31-year-old right-hander won't throw again before the appointment, raising concerns about his availability for the upcoming season.

Berríos' elbow issue kept him from joining Puerto Rico's roster for the World Baseball Classic. Last season, he posted a 9-5 record with a 4.17 ERA across 31 appearances for Toronto. The veteran pitcher ended the 2025 campaign on the injured list and missed the Blue Jays' World Series run entirely.

The timing of this specialist visit comes at a critical juncture for both Berríos and the Blue Jays' pitching plans. Toronto will need clarity on their rotation depth as they prepare for Opening Day, particularly given Berríos' history of elbow troubles and his importance to the team's postseason aspirations.