Blue Jays' Anthony Santander to begin rehab assignment in Buffalo on Tuesday
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Toronto Blue Jays outfielder Anthony Santander will begin his five-game rehab assignment on Tuesday in Triple-A Buffalo.
Santander is set to begin a five-game rehab assignment with the Buffalo Bisons on Tuesday to get ready for his eventual return to the Blue Jays.
Santander is making progress in his recovery and could provide the offensive spark the Blue Jays desperately need as they head into the final stretch of the season.
Obviously, everyone in this organization wants the version of Santander they signed last winter to a five-year, $92.5 million deal.
They want the 44-homer bat from Baltimore a year ago. Santander opened the 2025 season batting just .179 with a .577 OPS, though, too often stuck battling through injury before his shoulder issue eventually landed him on the IL.
Blue Jays Anthony Santander could be the power infusion this team needs to put them over down the stretch
There are far more variables at play here than in a typical rehab, but manager John Schneider expects much of this to take care of itself.
«Everyone understands where we are, knowing that we want the best version of everyone,» Schneider said. «We'll decide then. He can definitely help us with the power profile and potential. If that's there, it's not just plugging him in there every day. It's about seeing what other people are doing when he is back. I wouldn't say 'difficult.' I think he'll know when he's ready, too.»
As Santander's progress continues, he and George Springer would share DH duties while also playing some outfield.
The Blue Jays will need to be conscious of George Springer, first and foremost, given that the DH spot has been so important to the 35-year-old veteran this season.
«They'd kind of split it,» Schneider said. «George is fine playing the outfield. When Tony does get playing in Triple-A, he'll play in the outfield, too, so that's an option. The fact that he's feeling better is good, then I want him to be clicking when he comes back, not tentative or anything. I want him to be able to produce.»
As the Blue Jays gear up for the home stretch, all eyes will be on Santander. If he can harness his previous form and translate it onto the field, he may very well be the catalyst that propels Toronto into the postseason.
The stakes are high, and with each day that passes, the excitement for his return builds.
Fans and analysts alike are eager to see if Santander can turn the tide for a team on the cusp of greatness.
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