Erik Swanson| Year | W | L | Sv | Hold | IP | H | BB | SO | ER | ERA | WHIP | Rate |
| 2025 proj | 3 | 2 | 2 | 16 | 51.0 | 42 | 15 | 55 | 20 | 3.52 | 1.119 | 17.6 |
| 2025 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 5.3 | 8 | 5 | 3 | 9 | 15.19 | 2.437 | -16.9 |
| 2024 | 2 | 2 | 0 | 9 | 39.3 | 36 | 14 | 37 | 22 | 5.03 | 1.271 | 1.7 |
| 2023 | 4 | 2 | 4 | 29 | 66.7 | 52 | 21 | 75 | 22 | 2.97 | 1.095 | 35.2 |
| 2022 | 3 | 1 | 2 | 14 | 52.7 | 39 | 8 | 70 | 10 | 1.71 | 0.892 | 38.8 |
| 2021 | 3 | 1 | 3 | 5 | 53.7 | 39 | 10 | 70 | 10 | 1.68 | 0.913 | 12.1 |
| 2020 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 1 | 7.7 | 11 | 2 | 9 | 11 | 12.91 | 1.696 | -28.5 |
| 2019 | 1 | 5 | 2 | 1 | 58.0 | 56 | 12 | 52 | 37 | 5.74 | 1.172 | -4.5 |
| Date | News |
| 6/24/25 | Blue Jays release Swanson after he clears waivers. The Toronto Blue Jays released reliever Erik Swanson after the right-hander cleared waivers, the team said Tuesday. Swanson was designated for assignment last week after posting a 15.19 earned-run average over six appearances this season. The 31-year-old native of Fargo, N.D., dealt with nerve and forearm issues in his throwing arm earlier this year and was unable to regain his form once activated. The Blue Jays acquired Swanson and pitching prospect Adam Macko in November 2022 from the Seattle Mariners in exchange for slugger Teoscar Hernandez. Source: https://globalnews.ca/news/11259472/blue-jays-rele... |
| 6/23/25 | Toronto Blue Jays Release Reliever After Forgettable Major League Stint. The Toronto Blue Jays released reliever Erik Swanson on Monday after designated him for assignment last week. The move was reported by MLB Trade Rumors' Steve Adams. The Blue Jays designated Swanson for assignment last Tuesday. With his release, Swanson becomes a free agent. Source: https://www.si.com/mlb/bluejays/news/toronto-blue-... |
| 6/17/25 | Jays DFA reliever Swanson, place Francis on IL. The Blue Jays designated veteran reliever Erik Swanson for assignment Tuesday and put struggling starter Bowden Francis on the 15-day injured list because of a right shoulder impingement. Source: https://www.espn.com/mlb/story/_/id/45532282/blue-... |
| 5/31/25 | Blue Jays Veteran Reliever's Return from Injured List Could Be Imminent. The Toronto Blue Jays could get some relief for the bullpen as early as Sunday. Erik Swanson, who has been rehabbing a right median nerve entrapment since the start of the season, was with Triple-A Buffalo getting himself built back up to contribute to the Blue Jays. During a pre-game interview with local media, Blue Jays manager John Schneider confirmed that Swanson was back in town. Source: https://www.si.com/mlb/bluejays/news/blue-jays-vet... |
| 4/30/25 | Toronto Blue Jays Star Reliever Getting Second Opinion After Injury Setback. The Toronto Blue Jays could use a boost in their bullpen and they were hoping it would be veteran Erik Swanson. Well, the 31-year-old right-hander is heading back to Toronto — but not to pitch. After he experienced tightness in his right forearm before he pitched for the Class A Dunedin Blue Jays, he was shut down. Swanson was moved to the 15-day injured list before opening day with what Toronto called a right median nerve entrapment. Source: https://www.si.com/mlb/bluejays/news/toronto-blue-... |
| 3/15/25 | Reports: Blue Jays' Swanson has carpal tunnel. Toronto Blue Jays right-hander Erik Swanson received relatively good news when an MRI on his pitching elbow revealed no structural damage, according to multiple reports Friday. Source: https://www.espn.com/mlb/story/_/id/44253031/blue-... |
| 3/15/25 | Reports: Blue Jays' Swanson has carpal tunnel. Toronto Blue Jays right-hander Erik Swanson received relatively good news when an MRI on his pitching elbow revealed no structural damage, according to multiple reports Friday. Source: https://www.espn.com/mlb/story/_/id/44253031/blue-... |
| 3/15/25 | Reports: Blue Jays' Swanson has carpal tunnel. Toronto Blue Jays right-hander Erik Swanson received relatively good news when an MRI on his pitching elbow revealed no structural damage, according to multiple reports Friday. Source: https://www.espn.com/mlb/story/_/id/44253031/blue-... |
| 3/14/25 | Reports: Blue Jays' Swanson has carpal tunnel. Toronto Blue Jays right-hander Erik Swanson received relatively good news when an MRI on his pitching elbow revealed no structural damage, according to multiple reports Friday. Source: https://www.espn.com/mlb/story/_/id/44253031/blue-... |
| 3/12/25 | Jays' Swanson to see specialist about elbow pain. Blue Jays reliever Erik Swanson, who has been dealing with discomfort in his right elbow and forearm this spring, is meeting with surgeon Dr. Keith Meister. Source: https://www.espn.com/mlb/story/_/id/44196602/blue-... |
| 3/11/25 | Jays' Swanson to see specialist about elbow pain. Blue Jays reliever Erik Swanson, who has been dealing with discomfort in his right elbow and forearm this spring, is meeting with surgeon Dr. Keith Meister. Source: https://www.espn.com/mlb/story/_/id/44196602/blue-... |
| 3/11/25 | Jays' Swanson to see specialist about elbow pain. Blue Jays reliever Erik Swanson, who has been dealing with discomfort in his right elbow and forearm this spring, is meeting with surgeon Dr. Keith Meister. Source: https://www.espn.com/mlb/story/_/id/44196602/blue-... |
| 3/10/25 | Jays' Swanson to see specialist about elbow pain. Toronto Blue Jays setup man Erik Swanson is scheduled to meet with elbow surgeon Dr. Keith Meister on Thursday following the onset of discomfort in his right elbow during a recent bullpen session. Swanson, 31, spent the past two seasons as a key piece of the Blue Jays' bullpen and dealt with right forearm discomfort earlier this spring. "I think we'll know more after that meeting, in terms of looking at the MRI and plans going forward," Toronto manager John Schneider said. With Swanson out indefinitely, the Blue Jays must find a reliable reliever to set up for closer Jeff Hoffman. Source: https://www.espn.com/mlb/story/_/id/44196602/blue-... |
| 3/08/25 | Blue Jays reliever Erik Swanson sidelined with elbow soreness. Share this Story : Blue Jays reliever Erik Swanson sidelined with elbow soreness Copy Link Email X Reddit Pinterest LinkedIn Tumblr Breadcrumb Trail Links Sports Baseball MLB Toronto Blue Jays Blue Jays reliever Erik Swanson sidelined with elbow soreness Get the latest from Rob Longley straight to your inbox Sign Up Author of the article: Rob Longley Published Mar 08, 2025 • Last updated 8 hours ago • 3 minute read Join the conversation You can save this article by registering for free here . Or sign-in if you have an account. Manager John Schneider of the Blue Jays removes Erik Swanson during a game against the Chicago White Sox at Guaranteed Rate Field on May 27, 2024 in Chicago. Photo by Nuccio Source: https://torontosun.com/sports/baseball/toronto-blu... |
| 3/07/25 | Toronto Blue Jays Likely to Have Key Reliever Start Season on Injured List. The Toronto Blue Jays are dealing with an unfortunate injury situation right now as key reliever Erik Swanson has been shut down from throwing with an elbow issue. Blue Jays reliever Erik Swanson experienced right elbow discomfort following a bullpen this week. Source: https://www.si.com/fannation/mlb/fastball/news/tor... |
| 2/14/25 | Jays spring training notebook: Erik Swanson takes it slow, Alex Bregman out of play. DUNEDIN, Fla.—The Blue Jays bullpen was battered by injuries last season, and the first day of spring training offered more of the same medical news. Right-hander Erik Swanson will be delayed after experiencing fatigue in his right forearm while getting ready for camp. “Just a little bit of a slower buildup,” Jays manager John Schneider said of Swanson, who missed the start of last season with an elbow injury. Source: https://www.therecord.com/sports/baseball/jays-spr... |
| 7/19/24 | Blue Jays recall Erik Swanson, reinstate another pitcher from IL. The Toronto Blue Jays are getting some pitching help back on the big league roster. The team announced today that they've recalled Erik Swanson from AAA and reinstated Yimi García from the 15-day IL. Swanson has struggled throughout this season and was optioned to the AAA Buffalo Bisons as a result. Swanson has allowed 26 runs, including 21 earned runs, during those appearances. Source: https://dailyhive.com/toronto/blue-jays-recall-swa... |
| 7/16/24 | Teoscar Hernández home run derby win 'tough to watch' for some Jays fans. Hernández, who was traded to Seattle in 2022 for pitchers Erik Swanson and Adam Macko, took home the title as the MLB's All-Star weekend is set to wrap up Tuesday night. The Dominican outfielder was a fan favourite during his time in Toronto, and his crowning as home run champion has some fans wondering if the Jay's struggling season would be different had Hernández remained. Source: https://globalnews.ca/news/10626350/teoscar-hernan... |
| 5/29/24 | The M's Should Absolutely Try to Bring Back Former Reliever Who's Been Discarded By Jays. The Toronto Blue Jays surprisingly optioned former Seattle Mariners' reliever Erik Swanson down to Triple-A on Tuesday, leading to questions about whether or not the M's should look re-acquire him. Blue Jays activate Chad Green from the IL and option Erik Swanson to triple-A Buffalo to make room. Source: https://www.si.com/mlb/mariners/news/the-seattle-m... |
| 5/03/24 | Luis Garcia Jr. hits pinch, 3-run shot in 7th to help the Nationals beat the Blue Jays 9-3. Luis Garcia Jr. hit a three-run shot deep to center field in the seventh inning for his first career pinch-hit home run, helping the Washington Nationals rally for a 9-3 victory over the reeling Toronto Blue Jays on Friday night. Garcia connected on Erik Swanson's 85-mph splitter for his second homer of the season to give Washington a 4-3 lead. Nick Senzel added an RBI double in the inning. The Nationals added four runs in the eighth, benefitting from two fielding errors. Source: https://www.middletownpress.com/sports/article/lui... |
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