The Toronto Blue Jays have made a major decision on George Springer ahead of their weekend series against the Chicago White Sox.
Toronto is set to open a three-game homestand against the White Sox, and the Blue Jays need to start winning ball games to be a buyer ahead of the deadline. With that, Toronto is switching up its lineup as Springer is batting fourth, but the notable change is that he is playing left field. It’s the first time this season Springer is playing in the outfield, as he’s been solely a DH for the last two seasons.
The Blue Jays’ lineup on Friday is as follows:
- E. Clement SS
- V. Guerrero Jr. 1B
- K. Okamoto 3B
- G. Springer LF
- A. Kirk C
- D. Varsho CF
- B. Valenzuela DH
- L. Urías 2B
- M. Straw RF
Toronto has hinted at moving Springer to the outfield to open the DH spots in certain matchups, but this is the first time the Blue Jays are doing it.
Springer hasn’t played a single inning in the outfield this season, and played just 54 games in the outfield last season. But, with Toronto’s offense struggling and them facing a left-hander, the Blue Jays are shaking up their lineup.
Springer is hitting .218 with 9 home runs and 22 RBIs this season with the Blue Jays.
More to come.
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