On Tuesday, the Toronto Blue Jays were dealt a huge blow when they learned that star slugger Anthony Santander will be on the mend once again as he will undergo shoulder surgery which will put him out of action for five to six months. The injury update came at the same time as the announcements that pitcher Bowden Francis will miss the entire 2026 season due to UCL reconstructive surgery and that Shane Bieber will not be ready for Opening Day due to forearm fatigue, giving the Blue Jays a triple whammy before spring training even started.
Blue Jays 2026 lineup already coming into focus in wake of Anthony Santander injury
