After finishing the season on the injured list, Toronto Blue Jays starter José Berríos is primed for a full return in 2026.

Berríos “should have a completely normal off-season and be ready for spring training,” Blue Jays general manager Ross Atkins told reporters on Thursday.

“He’s in a good position physically,” Atkins added.

Berríos was placed on the IL on Sept. 25 with right elbow inflammation — the first time in his MLB career that he’d missed time due to injury — and was unable to return for Toronto’s run to the World Series. The IL move came days after the longtime starter was moved to the bullpen as the Blue Jays worked to align their pitching plans for the playoffs.

At the time of the move to relief duties, Berríos was displeased with the decision.

“Honestly, I don’t feel happ

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