Blue Jays Keeping Door Open For Addison Barger Injury Replacement

BusinessSportsMoneyBlue Jays Keeping Door Open For Addison Barger Injury ReplacementByPeter Chawaga,Contributor.Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. Peter Chawaga is a writer and editor covering Major League Baseball.Follow AuthorMay 10, 2026, 03:47pm EDT--:-- / --:--This voice experience is generated by AI. Learn more.This voice experience is generated by AI. Learn more.TORONTO, ON - MARCH 28: Toronto Blue Jays outfielder Addison Barger (47) walks off the field after the seventh inning of an MLB game between the Athletics and the Toronto Blue Jays on March 28, 2026, at Rogers Centre in Toronto, ON. (Photo by Mathew Tsang/Icon Sportswire via Getty Images)Icon Sportswire via Getty ImagesThe Toronto Blue Jays saw an offensive breakout on Saturday, scoring 14 runs against the Los Angeles Angels as a World Series hero returned to the lineup.After joining many other key players on the injured list earlier in this season, Addison Barger returned with two walks and a run in three at-bats, plus a standout defensive play from the outfield, as his team earned a blowout victory.“Activated Saturday after more than a month on the injured list with an ankle injury, Barger re-introduced himself to Jays fans with one of the most incredible, highlight-reel throws from the outfield this season,” as Frank Zicarelli put it for the Toronto Sun. “Somewhat of a surprise, in the wake of the Barger activation was the corresponding move that saw Yohendrick Pinango optioned to Triple-A Buffalo.”ForbesPhillies’ Don Mattingly Sends 2-Word Trea Turner Message As Concerns MountBy Peter ChawagaToronto Blue Jays’ John Schneider Sends Message On Addison Barger ReplacementWhile Barger was a key offensive force for the Blue Jays in last year’s World Series —slashing .480/.536/.680 with a home run and 12 hits in 25 at-bats — he has not been as strong offensively so far this season, while Pinango was impressive at the plate in a brief debut.Pinango slashed .423/.444/.462...