Anthony Santander faces new injury setback ahead of Blue Jays' season finale
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 15, 2026, 8:36 PM
Last updated Sep 15, 2026
Toronto Blue Jays outfielder Anthony Santander has hit another snag in his recovery, missing a minor league game due to lower back soreness. Santander began a rehab assignment recently after recovering from shoulder surgery and had shown some progress, including a hit in his second game. However, further injury issues complicate his potential return as the regular season nears its end in under three weeks. The Blue Jays are navigating a tight playoff race, with Santander's availability in question following his limited appearances since signing a five-year, $92.5 million contract in 2025.
- •Santander missed a minor league game due to lower back soreness.
- •He was on a rehab assignment after shoulder surgery.
- •He recorded his first hit during the rehab process.
- •Santander has only played 54 games since signing with Toronto.
- •The Blue Jays are in a tight playoff race with little time left.
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"The Toronto Blue Jays received an unfortunate update on their switch-hitting outfielder.
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