Addison Barger's return to Blue Jays delayed by back injury
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 30, 2026, 1:00 AM
Last updated Jun 30, 2026
Blue Jays outfielder Addison Barger will be sidelined for several more weeks due to a stress reaction in his back. This injury comes during a season already marked by challenges for Barger. The extended absence delays his return to the lineup and adds to the team's struggles as they look to solidify their roster. The Blue Jays will monitor Barger's recovery and keep fans updated on his status.
- •Addison Barger experiences a stress reaction in his back.
- •Barger's return to the Blue Jays is delayed for several weeks.
- •This injury compounds his injury-plagued season.
- •The team will provide updates on Barger's recovery.
- •Barger plays an important role in the Blue Jays' lineup.
- 4:44 PMYahoo Sports — Blue Jays' Addison Barger shut down because of back injury, further delaying return
- 1:21 AMESPN MLB — Barger's return to Jays delayed by back injury
"Blue Jays outfielder Addison Barger will be shut down for several more weeks because of a stress reaction in his back, further delaying his return in an injury-plagued season.
"Addison Barger, out since May 10 because of a sore elbow, just has played nine games this season.
Sources
External links- Yahoo SportsJun 30, 2026, 4:44 PMBlue Jays' Addison Barger shut down because of back injury, further delaying return
Addison Barger, out since May 10 because of a sore elbow, just has played nine games this season.
- ESPN MLBJun 30, 2026, 1:21 AMBarger's return to Jays delayed by back injury
Blue Jays outfielder Addison Barger will be shut down for several more weeks because of a stress reaction in his back, further delaying his return in an injury-plagued season.
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