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George Springer returns to Blue Jays outfield for 1st time this season

George Springer is returning to the Toronto Blue Jays outfield for the first time this season. The 36-year-old Springer will start in left field for Toronto's game against the Chicago White Sox.

BC Post Staff Source: Cbc Jul 17, 2026 Updated Jul 17, 2026 1 min read 4 views

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George Springer returns to Blue Jays outfield for 1st time this season

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George Springer is returning to the Toronto Blue Jays outfield for the first time this season. The 36-year-old Springer will start in left field for Toronto's game against the Chicago White Sox.

George Springer returns to Blue Jays outfield for 1st time this season 36-year-old has played in 66 games as designated hitter this season George Springer is returning to the Toronto Blue Jays outfield for the first time this season. The 36-year-old Springer will start in left field for Toronto's game against the Chicago White Sox. Springer's played in 66 games this season, but all of them have been as the Blue Jays' designated hitter.

He's hitting .218 with nine home runs, 22 runs batted in and six stolen bases over that span. Daulton Varsho will start in centre field with Myles Straw in right. It's expected that the Rogers Centre's dome will be closed for the game due to poor air quality in Toronto.

Published: Jul 17, 2026
Updated: Jul 17, 2026
Source: Cbc
Category: Sports
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PublishedJul 17, 2026

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