Blue Jays' Springer Fractures Big Toe in Loss to Twins

Toronto Blue Jays designated hitter George Springer exited Saturday's game against the Minnesota Twins after suffering a fractured big toe on his left foot, adding to the team's mounting injury woes early in the 2026 season.

The injury occurred during the third inning when Springer fouled a pitch off his foot while facing Twins starter Joe Ryan. Despite the pain, he finished the at-bat with a groundout to third base. Springer remained in the lineup as the designated hitter until the sixth inning, when outfielder Miles Straw pinch-hit for him. The Blue Jays announced the fracture following the incident, though it remains unclear if Springer will require a stint on the injured list.

Entering the game, the 36-year-old Springer was struggling at the plate, hitting .189 with two home runs and six RBIs over 54 at-bats. The veteran outfielder signed a six-year, $150 million contract with Toronto before the 2022 season and is in its final year. Springer played a pivotal role in the Blue Jays' 2025 World Series appearance, batting .309 with 32 homers and 89 RBIs during the regular season. He also delivered the decisive home run in Game 7 of the American League Championship Series against...