Santander continues to recover from his shoulder injury
Toronto Blue Jays outfielder Anthony Santander has yet to resume batting practice due to his recovery from a subluxation in his left shoulder.
Blue Jays general manager Ross Atkins reported that Santander suffered the injury after crashing into the outfield wall in Anaheim in early May. The team placed Santander on the injured list on May 30.
Santander signed a five-year, $92.5 million contract with the Blue Jays in January, which includes up to $61.75 million in deferred payments.
Atkins mentioned that Santander could bat again soon and that it’s still possible the player returns before the All-Star break.
Last year, Santander set personal records with 44 home runs, 102 RBIs, and 91 runs scored in 155 games with Baltimore, but has struggled to replicate those numbers this season. The veteran switch-hitter is batting .179 with six home runs and 18 RBIs in 50 games.
Shortstop Bo Bichette was removed from the lineup for Monday’s home game against the New York Yankees due to a right knee issue. Ernie Clement moved from third base to the shortstop position and moved up from the second spot in the order to the first spot.
Addison Barger moved from right field to third base, George Springer moved from designated hitter to right field, Will Wagner moved from second base to designated hitter, and Davis Schneider moved from left field to second base. Jonatan Clase replaced Schneider in left field.
