If it were up to Blue Jays manager Cito Gaston, he would probably have injured starters Dustin McGowan and Shaun Marcum put their comeback plans on hold until 2010. Both pitchers could conceivably return at some point this season, but Gaston isn't sure it would be worth the risk.
Marcum is making his way back from the Tommy John ligament-replacement surgery he had on his right elbow at the end of last season. He has been working through a throwing program this spring and has impressed Toronto's training and coaching staff. If Marcum continues to progress like he has so far, he could potentially be ready by August or September.
Gaston added that right-hander Casey Janssen, who had right shoulder surgery last March and had an unrelated shoulder issue come up this spring, is likely out of the picture until May. Janssen was a candidate for a rotation job this spring before exiting a start on March 19 with shoulder tightness. Janssen is limited to playing light catch on flat ground for the time being.
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