Dustin McGowan (shoulder) is scheduled to resume throwing in December. McGowan had arthroscopic shoulder surgery in August. "He is following the protocol as it is outlined," Blue Jays manager John Farrell said. "His throwing program ... almost coincides with the normal offseason throwing program in advance of spring training." The Jays are saying that McGowan is still very much in their plans, but it's a longshot that he'll be able to stay healthy over a long period of time.