"To be real blunt, I hate it. I can't stand it. But you work with what you got ... You can make it work (being used after following an opener) the best you can ... hopefully it's not something that we will continue doing. But you know, that's above my pay grade."
"After all, he was deployed by Schneider in such a role on multiple occasions near the beginning of his 2025 campaign and there were no signs of unhappiness back then."
Eric Lauer's displeasure with his role as a follow-up pitcher after an opener has raised concerns about team dynamics within the Toronto Blue Jays. Manager John Schneider's decision to use Braydon Fisher as an opener has not sat well with Lauer, who openly criticized the move. Despite having previously accepted similar roles, Lauer's desire to be a starter may have contributed to his frustration. This situation marks a rare instance of tension within a team known for its camaraderie, potentially signaling deeper issues as the season progresses.
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