Springer back in Blue Jays starting lineup for series-opener vs. Mariners
George Springer will hit lead-off and begin in proper subject for the Toronto Blue Jays Friday within the series-opener towards the Seattle Mariners.
Springer was lifted from Wednesday’s recreation towards the Chicago White Sox with a contusion in his proper hand after being hit by a pitch, however x-rays got here again adverse. Now, after an off-day to relaxation, he’ll return to his regular spot within the lineup.
“He’s feeling better,” supervisor John Schneider stated Friday on Blair and Barker. “We’re simply going to sort of see how he’s as we speak and decide, you recognize, for his availability.
“Yesterday was a real good step in the right direction in terms of how he felt to the day before, so we’ll have an update once we get over to the ballpark.”
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In 25 video games, Springer is slashing .216/.283/.320 with three house runs and 9 RBIs.
Blue Jays infielder Santiago Espinal suffered the identical harm after being hit on the hand by a fastball final Saturday and was in a position to return 4 days later.
The Blue Jays are set to host the Mariners in an AL wild-card rematch. Watch the motion on Sportsnet and Sportsnet NOW at 7:07 p.m. ET / 4:07 p.m. PT.
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