The frenzy over Bieber fever took a hit Wednesday when Shane Bieber gave up far too many hits in a five-run second inning to the host Cincinnati Reds, including issuing his first walk with the Blue Jays.

In his third start, it looked like the former Cy Young Award winner was starting all over again following elbow surgery.

He looked like Bieber from his previous two starts when he began the night with a 10-pitch first inning in retiring the side.

Quickly, adversity struck as Bieber gave up five hits in a 33-pitch second inning.

The way the rotation lined up last week it looked like Bieber would start in the series opener Friday in the Bronx.

Regardless, when a pitcher known for his command lacks command, sequences such as the second inning are unavoidable.

But these Blue Jays have pr

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