José Berríos: The Blue Jays’ Reliable Force on the Mound Maintains Excellence in 2025 Season

A Season of Consistency and Achievement
José Berríos, the Toronto Blue Jays’ #17 starting pitcher, has maintained an impressive 9-5 record with a 3.95 ERA in the 2025 season. His performance has exemplified the best of the Blue Jays, with a consistency that is nearly unmatched across baseball. What makes Berríos particularly remarkable is his ability to maintain his health and performance level in an era when pitchers are pushing their physical limits.
The Machine’s Methodology
Known as ‘La Makina,’ Berríos has earned respect throughout the league for his intense workout routines between starts. Built like a linebacker while maintaining his flexibility and fluidity, his conditioning allows him to maintain peak performance from March through September.
Statistical Excellence
Berríos has proven to be one of baseball’s most reliable workhorses, with his 192 innings pitched ranking sixth in MLB. His consistency is further demonstrated by having the second-highest number of games started since 2018. In recent years, he ranks fifth in innings worked since 2021, trailing only notable names like Nola, Webb, Wheeler, and Burnes.
Current Impact and Future Outlook
The veteran right-hander’s importance to the Blue Jays is evident as the team carefully manages their rotation for crucial upcoming series, particularly against division rivals like the Yankees, who currently trail Toronto by four games in the AL East. The Blue Jays continue to rely on Berríos’s consistency and leadership as they push forward in their campaign.