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Blue Jays activate Alejandro Kirk, recall Davis Schneider, DFA Tyler Heineman

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 12, 2026, 8:50 PM

Last updated Jun 12, 2026

Blue Jays activate Alejandro Kirk, recall Davis Schneider, DFA Tyler Heineman

Summary

The Toronto Blue Jays activated Alejandro Kirk from the injured list and recalled Davis Schneider from Buffalo on June 12, 2026. Kirk is positioned fourth in the batting order, while Schneider will hit eighth in left field. Tyler Heineman has been designated for assignment, and Daulton Varsho is now on the injured list. Yariel Rodriguez has cleared waivers and is assigned to Buffalo, with expectations for Heineman to also clear waivers due to his salary. The lineup against a left-handed starter features George Springer at DH and Vladimir Guerrero at first base.

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Key Details

•Alejandro Kirk is activated from the injured list.
•Davis Schneider recalled from Buffalo, batting eighth today.
•Tyler Heineman designated for assignment, expected to clear waivers.
•Daulton Varsho placed on the injured list.
•Yariel Rodriguez assigned to Buffalo after clearing waivers.

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8:50 PMYahoo Sports — Jays Roster Moves: Alejandro Kirk, Davis Schneider Back

What they're saying

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We figured this was coming: Also, no surprise, Yariel Rodriguez has cleared waivers and is assigned to Buffalo. Kirk is batting fourth today and Schneider is hitting eighth, playing left field. Heineman could be taken off waivers, if there is anyone who is really hurting at backup catcher, but he is making $1,237,500 this year […]
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