Blue Jays' John Schneider Shares George Springer Injury Update Before Brewers Game
Toronto Blue Jays manager John Schneider updated fans on outfielder George Springer's condition following an injury, saying that Springer is doing much better and hopes to see him off the injured list as soon as possible. The 36-year-old fractured his left big toe on Saturday during Toronto's 7-4 home loss to the Minnesota Twins.
During the third inning of the game, Springer fouled a ball right onto his foot, injuring his toe in the process. Although Springer initially told the Toronto medical team to stay away, Springer would eventually be evaluated and miss his next plate appearance in the sixth inning.
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After being examined, Springer was placed on the 10-day injured list. Despite the injury looking a bit serious, Schneider said that was doing much better and expects him to remain on the injured list for a short period of time.
Prior to the injury, Springer was hitting a 1.85 batting average, recording two home runs in 14 games this season. The 2026 MLB season is Springer's sixth season with the Blue Jays since making the move to Toronto from the Houston Astros back in 2021.
Schneider praises the fact that Springer's injury wasn't serious and came early in the season, as Springer's resiliency as a team player would have seen him push his way back into the lineup not at 100 percent. For now, Springer can focus on rehabilitating his left toe and taking things slow, as to not further injure himself.
The Blue Jays are in the midst of a rough start to the 2026 MLB season, and Springer's injury could not have come at a worst time. The team is dealing with multiple star players out due to injuries in both pitching and batting.
Other notable injured batters include outfielder Adisson Barger and catcher Alejandro Krik. On the pitching side, the Blue Jays have suffered notable blows, with right-handed pitchers Max Scherzer and Trey Yesavage missing time as well dur to injuries.
As the Blue Jays' injury crisis continues, the team has felt the effects of the injuries through the performances. The team currently sit in fourth place in the AL East.
The Blue Jays will have to navigate through yet another injury blow following Springer's fractured toe, but the team will be more than happy that their leadoff hitter is not going to miss as much time as other injured players. Springer and the Blue Jays will hope to make another World Series appearance this year following the team's world title appearance in 2025.
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This story was originally published April 14, 2026 at 6:27 PM.