What injury does Anthony Santander have?

Anthony Santander reaggravated a shoulder injury and will require labrum surgery.

How long will Anthony Santander be out for the Blue Jays?

Santander is expected to recover in 5-6 months, meaning he will likely miss the first half of the season.

Did the Blue Jays sign any major offensive players in the offseason?

The Blue Jays added Japanese import Kazuma Okamoto but missed on other key offensive targets like Kyle Tucker.

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Santander Surgery Casts Shadow on Blue Jays' Championship Aspirations

11 Feb

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Summary

Anthony Santander will undergo labrum surgery, sidelining him for 5-6 months.
Blue Jays missed key offensive targets like Kyle Tucker in the offseason.
Toronto added pitching but lacked significant offensive firepower.

Santander Surgery Casts Shadow on Blue Jays' Championship Aspirations

The Toronto Blue Jays' spring training has been marred by an early injury to outfielder Anthony Santander. Manager John Schneider announced that Santander reaggravated a shoulder injury requiring labrum surgery, with an estimated recovery time of five to six months. This setback means Santander will likely miss a significant portion of the 2026 season, impacting the team's offensive depth.

The Blue Jays' offseason moves focused on bolstering their pitching rotation with additions like Dylan Cease and Cody Ponce. However, they failed to sign high-profile offensive free agents, with Kyle Tucker ultimately signing with the Dodgers. The team's only significant offensive acquisition was Japanese import Kazuma Okamoto.

This lack of offensive additions, coupled with Santander's lengthy recovery, has led to concerns about the Blue Jays' power potential. While the lineup features solid hitters, questions remain about how many players will consistently hit for significant power in 2026. The team's performance last season, reaching Game 7 of the World Series, relied on numerous best-case scenarios.