Who will have to go once the Blue Jays reinstate infielder Andres Gimenez
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Gimenez has been on the injured list for over a month now, his second stint away from the team this season.
But after suffering a left ankle sprain, Gimenez started his rehab assignment with the Buffalo Bisons and should join the Blue Jays soon.
The 26-year-old could be back as early as the west coast road trip to Los Angeles against the Dodgers this weekend (one of Toronto's biggest series of the month), but more realistically, Gimenez likely gets activated for the Cubs series at home next week.
With so many contributors up and down the lineup this season, these roster decisions are becoming more and more difficult.
Here's a look at some Blue Jays who might be on the outside looking in upon Gimenez's return
Buddy Kennedy is the most recent addition to the Blue Jays' 26-man roster, but the most likely to get the boot once Gimenez is activated.
Kennedy had a cup of coffee with the Philadelphia Phillies earlier this year, and the Blue Jays picked him up after the Phillies released him and he became a free agent on July 5th.
Ty France was the most confusing acquisition by the Blue Jays at the trade deadline, and still not sure he fits on this roster the rest of the season.
The veteran infielder is there as a backup first baseman and designated hitter, but it feels like he might keep George Springer's roster spot warm until Springer is cleared to return.
Maybe the Blue Jays think that David Popkins can work his magic and unlock some potential with France, but he might be an option for the Blue Jays to DFA once Gimenez is healthy.
Davis Schneider who is versatile, plays the outfield corners and second base when Gimenez is not in the lineup, will definitely be staying because he hits lefties much better than Gimenez.
Who do you think will go once Andres Gimenez returns to the Blue Jays?
Tell us what you think in the poll below.
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AOUT 7 | 379 ANSWERS Who will have to go once the Blue Jays reinstate infielder Andres Gimenez Who do you think will go once Andres Gimenez returns to the Blue Jays? |
Buddy Kennedy | 339 | 89.4 % |
Ty France | 27 | 7.1 % |
Davis Schneider | 8 | 2.1 % |
Joey Loperfido | 5 | 1.3 % |
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