The Toronto Blue Jays and Tampa Bay Rays will open a four-game series on Monday and will do it showcasing a pair of arms that could play a big role in their futures.

Having won four straight games, the American League East-leading Blue Jays (87-62) do not have the luxury of putting it on cruise control and riding out their final 13 regular-season games, despite owning the junior circuit's best mark and being red-hot the second half of 2025.

In an intriguing development, Toronto will send out its top prospect, pitcher Trey Yesavage, in his debut.

Manager John Schneider said the move is closer to one of necessity rather than just a late-season dalliance to see what the Canadian club might have for next year.

"This isn't an open tryout," said Schneider. "This is a very, very deliberate de

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