Blue Jays' George Springer scratched with shoulder tightness against Phillies
2 sources • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 8, 2026, 11:16 PM
Last updated Aug 8, 2026
George Springer was scratched from the Blue Jays' lineup on August 8 against the Phillies due to tightness in his left shoulder. Manager John Schneider indicated no concern that this would lead to a lingering issue. The Blue Jays play the Phillies as part of their regular-season schedule. Further updates on Springer's condition are expected.
- •Springer scratched with left shoulder tightness before Phillies game
- •Manager John Schneider shows no concern for long-term injury
- •Blue Jays face the Phillies in a regular-season matchup
- 11:16 PMESPN MLB — Jays' Springer (shoulder) late scratch vs. Phillies
- 10:54 PMYahoo Sports — Why Blue Jays’ George Springer was scratched vs. Phillies
"The Blue Jays' George Springer was scratched from the lineup Saturday against the Phillies with tightness in his left shoulder, but manager John Schneider was not concerned it would be a lingering injury.
"Here is the reason why George Springer was scratched from the Blue Jays' contest against the Phillies on Saturday.
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External links- ESPN MLBAug 8, 2026, 11:16 PMJays' Springer (shoulder) late scratch vs. Phillies
The Blue Jays' George Springer was scratched from the lineup Saturday against the Phillies with tightness in his left shoulder, but manager John Schneider was not concerned it would be a lingering injury.
- Yahoo SportsAug 8, 2026, 10:54 PMWhy Blue Jays’ George Springer was scratched vs. Phillies
Here is the reason why George Springer was scratched from the Blue Jays' contest against the Phillies on Saturday.
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