Citizens Bank Park in late September showed Tim Mayza listed as the opener against the Mets. A left-hander the Blue Jays moved on from is now in a division spotlight. The change raises a direct question about velocity, pitch mix and role.
💡 Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
- Q: Why is Tim Mayza starting for the Phillies against the Mets?
- A: He was moved on by the Blue Jays and is now with Philadelphia, listed as an opener for a late-September division game at Citizens Bank Park.
- Q: What pitch is credited with restarting Tim Mayza’s career?
- A: The focus is on a retooled velocity and pitch mix with a new role as an opener, which is being examined as the key to his second chance.
- Q: Did the Blue Jays release Tim Mayza?
- A: Yes, Toronto moved on from the left-hander before he resurfaced in a high-leverage role with the Phillies.