Toronto Blue Jays bench Ernie Clement for series finale against Kansas City

The Toronto Blue Jays moved Ernie Clement to the bench for Sunday’s series finale against the Kansas City Royals. Josh Smith starts at second base in his place as the Blue Jays look to sweep the three-game series. Clement is hitting.275 with 9 home runs this season but has struggled recently, batting.196 with three RBIs over his last 15 games. Manager John Schneider noted that the team holds the final American League Wild Card spot with a 72-71 record and 19 games remaining. Toronto enters the matchup having won three consecutive series. Spencer Arrighetti is scheduled to start for Toronto, while Randy Dobnak takes the mound for Kansas City. Following the series finale, the Blue Jays travel for a three-game road set against the Athletics beginning Monday.

• 6:40 PMYahoo Sports — Blue Jays Bench Fan-Favorite Ernie Clement in Royals Series Finale