In a surprising twist, the Toronto Blue Jays have reinstated pitcher Alek Manoah from the 60-day injured list, sending him to Triple-A Buffalo as part of their roster reshuffle. To make space on the 40-man roster, the team has designated Orelvis Martinez for assignment, marking a dramatic turn in his career.

Manoah's rehab stint had to be addressed as he hit the 30-day limit for pitchers, and while he has shown glimpses of his former self with a respectable 3.09 ERA over five appearances, the underlying stats reveal a different story. With a mere 17% strikeout rate and an 11% walk rate, it's clear he still has work ahead. Current velocities lingering between 90-93 mph indicate he's not quite back to form, leaving fans wondering if he’ll be able to make a significant impact in the major leagues this season.

Meanwhile, the fall from grace for Orelvis Martinez is alarming. Once hailed as a top 100 prospect and a key figure in the Blue Jays’ future, his year has been marred by a performance-sapping PED suspension. Since his return, Martinez has struggled mightily, hitting just .176 with a .288 on-base percentage in Buffalo. For a player already under scrutiny, these numbers simply aren't enough to secure his spot on the team.

As the Blue Jays navigate these changes, fans are left anxious about Manoah's recovery and Martinez's uncertain future. Can Manoah reclaim his former dominant self, and what’s next for Martinez? The coming days will surely be revealing.