Addison Barger, a left-handed power hitter, made his MLB debut with the Toronto Blue Jays in Kansas City. Barger, called up due to Kevin Kiermaier's injury, played in left field. Despite some fielding challenges, he showed promise at the plate, including a hard-hit ball off the pitcher's arm. The Blue Jays, struggling offensively, lost the game. Barger's debut was marked by a whirlwind 24-hour journey to the majors.
FINAL: Blue Jays 3, #Dodgers 1
With a jump at the wall, Varsho hauls in Muncy's drive to very deep right-centre and #Bluejays will take their 3-1 lead to bot8. Yikes.
But let’s put Barger in a position he’s never played to make his MLB debut and leave the guy who might kick-start your offense in Triple-A. The #Bluejays are utterly baffling at times. https://t.co/xjeexzUXDh
Addison Barger starts in left behind Chris Bassitt as Blue Jays open series against starter Gavin Stone, Shohei Ohtani and the Dodgers … https://t.co/lbVMEGlpMk
Today's #Dodgers lineup at Blue Jays: https://t.co/45Ff8pk7XR
The tarp is coming out in Kansas City. #BlueJays
After being selected by the Toronto Blue Jays in the sixth round of the 2018 MLB Draft, Addison Barger's major-league dream finally came true on Wednesday night. Here's a closer look at what he can bring to the team. (@Worden_Zach) https://t.co/866DtKgONq
They’re rolling up the tarp here in KC, so it looks like they’ll at least start on time. #BlueJays https://t.co/wTqI0ZsaIB
#BlueJays at Kansas City (weather permitting) on @Sportsnet #BlueJaysCentral at 1:30et/10:30pt
Discussed Addison Barger's eventful MLB debut & the Blue Jays' struggling lineup with @ArdenZwelling via @Sportsnet https://t.co/IRYSl73OqW
Blue Jays prospect Addison Barger shows he's a quick learner in an eventful big-league debut https://t.co/58knAuLv29
Late last night, Addison Barger got an unexpected call-up to the majors, setting in motion a caffeine-fuelled 24-hours that featured some highs & lows and ended in a #BlueJays loss https://t.co/vxbjmh58qa
One game in, Barger’s still looking for his rhythm at the plate, but in that respect he’s not alone. The Blue Jays are now 25 games into the season, and their search for an offensive identity continues, too. (@bnicholsonsmith) https://t.co/SudsJlBlz8
Barger stays in to face the lefty and strikes out looking to end top6. #Bluejays are 0-for-6 with RISP but trail #Royals by only one, 3-2 to bot6.
In his second #MLB at-bat, Barger smokes a line drive off the forearm of pitcher Alec Marsh, knocking him out of the game. #Bluejays #Royals
Barger flies out to the track in dead CF in his first #MLB plate appearance. After falling behind 0-and-2, he took a ball then crushed a curveball 397 feet. It came off the bat at 105.3mph and had an expected batting average of .870. Kyle Isbel caught it, though. #Bluejays
Addison Barger gets eaten up by the first fly ball hit to him in the big leagues, a slice job by lefty swinger Kyle Isbel, then fumbles it on the warning track to turn it into a generously-scored triple. The next batter, Maikel Garcia, singles Isbel home. #Bluejays down 2-0 b3.
Addison Barger fields his first chance in #MLB flawlessly. Unfortunately for #Bluejays it's an RBI single by Salvador Perez with 1out in bot1.
#Bluejays are in Kansas City where Addison Barger is about to make his #MLB debut, just like Danny Jansen (2018) and Bo Bichette (2019) before him. Yariel Rodriguez is on the mound looking for a third straight terrific start to begin his career. Let's chat about it on BlueSky!
The #BlueJays look to take the series lead vs. the #Royals in Kansas City! @benshulman7 & Chris Leroux have the call of first pitch at 7:40p 🎙️ @SNJeffBlair & Kevin Barker have #JaysTalk after the final out 🗣️ 📻 https://t.co/kGILl37UoU https://t.co/3i32ckYuQX
#BlueJays at Kansas City on SN-1. #BlueJaysCentral at 7:00et/4:00pt. #MLBDebut of Addison Barger.
Addison Barger says he's never played left field in his life. Welcome to the big leagues. Mark Budzinski and Daulton Varsho were out working with him pre-game. #BlueJays
Addison Barger was informed he’d been called up to the Blue Jays around 11:30pm Tuesday; rushed to Sahlen Field to grab his gear and was on a flight to KC around 6:00am. He estimates he slept for 20 minutes. Tonight he’ll be playing left field for the first time in his life
Addison Barger has never played left field before and is running on caffeine and about 20 minutes of sleep, but he says he’s ready for the challenge, excited and a little nervous for his MLB debut here in Kansas City.
Blue Jays plan to use Addison Barger semi-regularly in good matchups for his swing against right-handed pitching He’ll play mostly corner outfield but could get some reps at 3B and move around positionally in-game
I asked John Schneider where he’s seen the most growth in new #BlueJays outfielder Addison Barger over the past few years: “Biceps.”
Blue Jays expect Addison Barger to play mainly in left field, though he could also cover RF and 3B as needed. Sounds like he’ll play a fair bit, especially against RHP.
The #BlueJays news of the day Kiermaier on 10-day IL (left hip flexor inflammation). OF Addison Barger called from AAA-Buffalo. On #ExitPhilosophy @ScottyMacThinks and I discuss early season vibe, Berrios, Varsho and more. YT Like and subscribe https://t.co/TGys25b40N https://t.co/r0tXfJBfDH
The @BlueJays are recalling Addison Barger. He's been all over BA in April. Barger... 5⃣ Ranks as their No. 5 prospect 🔥 Checked in at No. 10 on our Hot Sheet 📈 Is a mainstay in our Statcast Standouts https://t.co/4ZMbYHT1Zo https://t.co/kNSR87S2oK
Blue Jays place Kiermaier on 10-day IL, call up prospect Barger https://t.co/W2gbxBf1V8
Addison Barger makes his MLB debut tonight with the #BlueJays, batting 8th. https://t.co/cVAR6IRxd6
Addison Barger in left field making his big-league debut today for Blue Jays
Had a great time, as always. And, of course, about an hour after we finished an interview in which I said neither Orelvis Martinez nor Addison Barger was going to be called up anytime soon, #Bluejays put Kevin Kiermaier on the IL (left hip flexor strain) and call up Barger. https://t.co/4ZH8fL3OvB
Blue Jays Promote Addison Barger For Major League Debut https://t.co/MxkSwsLIjo https://t.co/oMZqkb0RPh
Kevin Kiermaier has been placed on the 10-day IL with left hip flexor inflammation. https://t.co/2VcdpWtObC
The #BlueJays officially call up No. 6 prospect Addison Barger, as @JohnnyGiunta_ told you fine people this morning. He just walked out into the dugout here in Kansas City. Kevin Kiermaier to the IL (left hip flexor inflammation).
The #BlueJays are reportedly calling up prospect Addison Barger with Kevin Kiermaier likely headed to the IL. @SNJeffBlair & Kevin Barker discuss what he can bring to the team. #TOTHECORE LIVE ⤵️ 📺 https://t.co/SqK7M993Jz & @Sportsnet 360 📻 https://t.co/tEtiRUWyip https://t.co/gWC33QfhQW
Looks like the Blue Jays have called up Addison Barger. 👀 https://t.co/oOhZaKTnvD
Addison Barger joining Blue Jays in Kansas City today and expected to be active per source Barger offers LH power and the ability to play corner OF or 3B. Kevin Kiermaier left last night’s game with hip flexor discomfort First on this was @JohnnyGiunta_
Kevin Kiermaier left Tuesday's Blue Jays game with left hip flexor discomfort, per Blue Jays manager John Schneider. Kiermaier’s being evaluated tonight and is currently considered day-to-day. Kiermaier exited in the sixth inning after his third plate appearance of the night
Kevin Kiermaier was removed from Tuesday's Blue Jays game with left hip flexor discomfort, per Blue Jays manager John Schneider; he’s being evaluated tonight. Kiermaier exited in the sixth inning after his third plate appearance of the night
Kevin Kiermaier has left hip flexor discomfort and the #BlueJays are evaluating him now.