Shane Bieber struck out nine over six dominant innings of one-run ball in his debut with the Blue Jays on Friday night, helping Toronto beat the Miami Marlins 5-2 after 16 months away from the mound.

Bieber struck out nine batters in a 5-2 win over the Marlins, delivering the upside Toronto wagered on at the deadline.

Blue Jays manager John Schneider grinned wide and proclaimed himself a diehard fan. “I’ve got Bieber Fever,” he said, proudly. “I’m a believer.”