Blue Jays manager John Schneider expressed confidence in George Springer, despite his struggles this season, stating that Springer is 'probably a couple days away from getting hot.' Schneider emphasized that Springer will remain a key part of the team. However, Springer recently had a heated exchange with a home plate umpire, reflecting his frustration. Additionally, Daulton Varsho, who leads the team in home runs (11), WAR (2.0), and stolen bases (8), suffered a left lower back tightness injury, causing concern for the team. Varsho's injury occurred during the Blue Jays' fifth consecutive loss, and he is considered day-to-day. Springer has a .566 OPS for the season, which is dead last among qualified hitters in MLB.
Blue Jays are calling Daulton Varsho’s injury left lower back tightness. Locked up as he finished his swing. He’s considered day-to-day. Very unlikely Varsho is in Blue Jays lineup on Sunday
After going 0-for-3 with a walk today, #Bluejays George Springer has a .566 OPS for the season. That's dead last among qualified hitters in #MLB. But with Daulton Varsho getting hurt today, it's going to be tough to take Springer out of the lineup.
Oh, man. An injury to Daulton Varsho is the absolute last thing the #BlueJays need right now. He leads the team in home runs (11), WAR (2.0), stolen bases (8) and is one of the best defenders in the sport. Worrying end to their 5th consecutive loss.
Daulton Varsho limps off the field after grounding out to begin the 9th. Grabbed at his lower back and never made it out of the batters' box. #Bluejays
"For us to get rolling, George (Springer) is going to have to be a part of it." #BlueJays manager John Schneider weighs in on Springer's struggles with @SNJeffBlair & Kevin Barker. #TOTHECORE LIVE ⤵️ 📺 https://t.co/SqK7M993Jz & @Sportsnet 360 📻 https://t.co/tEtiRUWyip https://t.co/XM7PrxlZrC
George Springer just got into a heated exchange with the home plate umpire. He was walking back to the dugout, then pivoted back to argue more. John Schneider was quick out of the dugout to pull Springer back. #BlueJays
John Schneider expressed his belief in George Springer, saying that he's "probably a couple days away from getting hot." "I’m not nearly at the point of saying, “You’re going to play three days a week.” George is George. We have confidence he’s going to get it going.” #BlueJays