Santander’s Return Delayed Again | Toronto Blue Jays News

Anthony Santander’s return to the Blue Jays is on hold as he continues rehabbing with Triple-A Buffalo, missing his season debut and likely staying there through mid-week. Signed to a five-year, $92.5M deal in January 2025, Santander has only played 54 games due to recurring shoulder issues — including surgery in February that derailed his 2026 campaign and last year’s ALCS absence due to back stiffness. His first rehab game went 0-for-4, and manager John Schneider says outfield reps are still needed before a potential Toronto return. With the Jays clinging to a one-game Wild Card lead and set to face Santander’s old team, the Orioles, this delay adds pressure. Since joining Toronto, Santander’s slashed .175/.238/.283 with just six homers — far from his 2024 power surge — making his recovery a major hurdle for both player and team. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/ea4e7805ff734d94