Marcus Stroman Injury: Updates on Blue Jays P's Knee and Recovery

The Toronto Blue Jays' starting rotation has taken a major hit with the announcement that Marcus Stroman will miss the entire 2015 season due to a torn ACL.  

Continue for updates.

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Stroman Wants September Return 

Tuesday, April 7

Stroman said, via a report from Arden Zwelling of Sportsnet, that he wants to return by September:

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I know they’re saying I’m going to be out the whole year, but I still have hope. My thought process is I’m going to be ready for September. I’m not going to rush it. I would never come back prematurely. I’m going to make sure I’m absolutely 100 percent when I come back. But I want to be back on the mound in September. That’s what I’m working towards.

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Stroman Underwent Surgery on ACL

Thursday, March 19

Brendan Kennedy of the Toronto Star reported Stroman's ACL surgery was successful.

On Wednesday, Stroman noted on Twitter: "Surgery tomorrow. March 19, 2015. The road to the top is always under construction!"

On March 14, Barry Davis of Sportsnet first reported that Stroman would undergo surgery on his torn ACL on Thursday, and that the procedure would be performed by Dr. James Andrews.

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Team Confirms Injury Status

Tuesday, March 10

The Blue Jays passed along word of the unfortunate setback:

TSN's Scott MacArthur offered more details on what occurred when he was injured:

Stroman commented on the situation:

Stroman was one of the brightest young talents in the American League last season. He finished his rookie campaign with a 3.65 ERA, 1.17 WHIP and 111 strikeouts in 130.2 innings over 26 appearances (20 starts).

His absence will open the door for other members of the Toronto staff. Aaron Sanchez, Marco Estrada, Daniel Norris and Johan Santana lead a group that was previously battling for one available spot. Now, there are two opportunities.   

Looking ahead, the Blue Jays will hope the 23-year-old Stroman is able to make a full recovery in time for the 2016 campaign.