Injury: Recovery
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George Springer is not in the Blue Jays' starting lineup for Sunday's showdown against the Tigers in Motown.
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George Springer is being rested and not in the Blue Jays' starting lineup as he continues his recovery from a fractured toe. The 36-year-old has struggled offensively this season with a .194 batting average and minimal power production.
The Blue Jays have played things cautiously in Springer's return from a fractured toe, making sure to give him ample days off in order to rest. The 36-year-old slugger has seen a massive decline in his offensive production this season, slashing a woeful .194/.282/.306 with two homers, eight RBI and one stolen base in 111 plate appearances. Lenyn Sosa will start at first base and bat fifth while Vladimir Guerrero Jr. functions as the Jays' designated hitter on Sunday.