Toronto Blue Jays outfielder George Springer (forearm) is set to return to the field for Saturday's game against his former team, the Houston Astros. He will be batting leadoff and slotting in as the team's designated hitter for the day. Springer suffered a forearm injury on Wednesday after he was hit by a pitch. He wound up missing the team's next two games after that. The 32-year-old is off to a solid start to the 2022 season, slashing .265/.315/.469 with two home runs, one stolen base, six RBI and seven runs over 13 games.

Toronto Blue Jays outfielder George Springer (forearm) will remain sidelined on Friday as the team opens up a three-game series against his former team, the Houston Astros. Springer was hit in his arm by a pitch during Wednesday's game against the Boston Red Sox. X-rays came back negative for him and the expectation is that he will be back soon. Speaking to the media before Friday's game, Springer stated the he hoped to return to the lineup on Saturday. Raimel Tapia will be leading off once again on Friday while Bradley Zimmer will continue to patrol center field.

Toronto Blue Jays outfielder George Springer (forearm) is not in the starting lineup on Thursday against the Boston Red Sox. Springer was hit by a pitch on Wednesday, but X-rays came back negative and he's just dealing with a bruised arm. The 32-year-old will take the day off on Thursday, but there's a good chance he'll be back in the lineup on Friday. Springer is off to a solid start for Toronto, going 13-for-47 with two home runs, six RBI, seven runs scored and one stolen base in his first 12 games. Fantasy managers will want to get him back into their lineups as soon as he returns to the field. Bradley Zimmer will start in center field and hit ninth on Thursday against Red Sox right-hander Tanner Houck.

Precautionary X-rays on Toronto Blue Jays outfielder George Springer's right forearm came back negative on Wednesday night. Springer left the game early against the Boston Red Sox on Wednesday after being hit by a pitch, but it looks like he was able to avoid a serious injury. If he misses any time at all, it will probably just be a game or two. The 32-year-old went 1-for-4 with an RBI in the game before exiting and is now hitting .277 with two home runs, six RBI, seven runs scored and one stolen base in his first 52 plate appearances of the season. Springer is a must-start in fantasy anytime he's in the Blue Jays lineup.

Toronto Blue Jays outfielder George Springer (wrist) is out the rest of Wednesday's game against the Boston Red Sox after being hit by a pitch in the wrist area. The 32-year-old went 1-for-2 with an RBI before exiting. Bradley Zimmer replaced him in the game. The severity of Springer's injury is unclear, and he is considered day-to-day. Springer was off to a solid start, slashing .277/.327/.489 with two home runs and six RBI over 12 games in 2022. Zimmer would see an uptick in at-bats if Springer is forced to miss any games. Stay tuned.

Toronto Blue Jays outfielder George Springer is taking the day off on Saturday against the Oakland Athletics. Bradley Zimmer will get the start in center field and will hit ninth against A's right-hander Paul Blackburn. Springer is off to a fine start this year, slugging two home runs and driving in five runs while batting .306 in his first 39 plate appearances over eight games. Fantasy managers will want to get him back in their lineups when he returns on Sunday. Zimmer is searching for his first hit in his fourth game for the Blue Jays, and he'll be a deep DFS sleeper on Saturday. Raimel Tapia, who moves to the leadoff spot with Springer resting, is a much better DFS target.

Toronto Blue Jays outfielder George Springer continued his hot start to the season going 3-for-5 with a home run, double, and three RBI in the Blue Jays' 3-0 win over the Yankees on Monday. Springer accounted for all of Toronto's runs and his homer was his second of the young season. Over 18 at-bats so far in 2022 Springer is hitting .389/.450/.833 with two HR, four RBI, and 15 total bases. He remains a must-start outfield option in all formats as he serves as a key component to a torrid Blue Jays offense.

Toronto Blue Jays outfielder George Springer has been swinging a hot bat thus far this spring. After going 2-for-3 with a double and a run in a 2-2 tie with the Philadelphia Phillies in Grapefruit League action on Saturday, Springer is hitting .615 with one homer, four runs, and two RBI over 13 at-bats. The veteran outfielder dealt with multiple injuries in 2021, his first season with Toronto, and was limited to just 78 games. Despite the abbreviated campaign, Springer still managed to hit 22 homers in hitter-friendly Toronto. Springer can be selected as a top-20 outfielder in mixed fantasy leagues in drafts for 2022.

Toronto Blue Jays outfielder George Springer capped off a strong series against the New York Yankees by going 2-for-5 in Thursday's series finale. He reached base a total of six times during the three-game series, including a three-hit game on Wednesday. The 32-year-old has struggled a bit at the plate overall in September. He's slashing .216/.296/.371 across the month with three home runs, six RBI and 12 runs. Injuries have limited the former Astro to only 75 games on the season. He's hit 19 home runs across the year while scoring 54 runs and posting an OPS of .860.

Toronto Blue Jays outfielder George Springer will get a breather on Sunday, one day after playing both games of a doubleheader against the Baltimore Orioles. The Blue Jays will deploy an outfield of Lourdes Gurriel Jr., Randal Grichuk, and Teoscar Hernandez. Springer has played in 10 games since returning from the injured list, collecting nine hits in 39 at-bats in that span with three extra-base hits. Fantasy managers should look for him to be back in the lineup early next week.

Toronto Blue Jays outfielder George Springer (knee) will be the designated hitter and bat leadoff on Wednesday against Matt Harvey and the Baltimore Orioles. The 31-year-old had to be removed as a precaution from Tuesday's game due to soreness in his injured knee, just one day after he was activated from the 10-day injured list. Springer has been slow to rebound from the injury, going 1-for-6 at the plate since returning from IL. He has, however, hit a home run off of Harvey this season and regularly makes contact when facing the right-hander.

Toronto Blue Jays outfielder George Springer was removed during the seventh inning of Tuesday's game against the Baltimore Orioles after showing some discomfort while running the bases. He pulled up a little gingerly while running towards second base. The severity of Springer's injury is unknown at this time, and he's considered day-to-day. The Blue Jays will provide an update after the game. Springer was activated from the 10-day injured list on Monday after spending two weeks with a knee injury. Jarrod Dyson replaced Springer in center field. Dyson would see an uptick in playing time if Springer were to miss any games. Fantasy managers searching for steals can add Dyson as he's swiped 10 bags over 79 games this season.

Toronto Blue Jays outfielder George Springer (knee) has been activated from the injured list, SportsNet columnist Shi Davidi reported. The 31-year-old, who has been sidelined since August 14 with a Grade 1 left knee sprain, will pencil into Monday's lineup at designated hitter against Mike Mayers and the Los Angeles Angels. Despite playing a shortened season Springer has had a strong campaign overall, slashing .269/.362/.610 with 16 home runs, 35 RBI, two stolen bases, and 40 runs scored on 49 hits. His return to Toronto's lineup will be a boost for both the Blue Jays and for fantasy managers.

Toronto Blue Jays outfielder George Springer (knee) hopes to be activated for Monday's game against the Baltimore Orioles, according to MLB Network's Jon Morosi. Springer ran sprints at high intensity before Sunday's game. The 31-year-old has been sidelined since August 14 due to a Grade 1 left knee sprain. He was in the midst of an 0-for-10 slump at the plate prior to the injury, but his return would be a boon to the Jays and to fantasy managers as he's had a strong, albeit brief, season overall. Through 49 games this year, he's slashed .269/.362/.610 with 16 home runs, 35 RBI and 40 runs.

Toronto Blue Jays outfielder George Springer (knee) could make his return to the field in Saturday's game against the Detroit Tigers. Blue Jays manager Charlie Montoyo told the press that Springer looked good on Friday during his drills and he added that Saturday "would not be too early" for a potential activation. The 31-year-old Springer has been sidelined since August 14 due to a Grade 1 left knee sprain. He was in the midst of an 0-for-10 slump at the plate prior to the injury, but he's had a strong, albeit brief, season overall. Through 49 games this year, he's slashed .269/.362/.610 with 16 home runs, 35 RBI and 40 runs.

Toronto Blue Jays outfielder George Springer (knee) is running the bases on Thursday and could be activated from the 10-day injured list as soon as Friday. The 31-year-old is eligible to come off the injured list and has been sidelined over a week with a Grade 1 left knee sprain. He will run the bases, and the Blue Jays will evaluate from there. Springer is slashing .269/.362/.610 with 16 home runs, 35 RBI, 40 runs scored, and two stolen bases over 210 plate appearances in 2021. The former Houston Astro has dealt with multiple injuries this season but has produced when healthy and will give fantasy managers a boost down the stretch.

Toronto Blue Jays outfielder George Springer (knee) did some running and also is scheduled to take batting practice ahead of Monday's game against the Chicago White Sox. The fact Springer was able to run is a good sign moving forward. He has been sidelined roughly a week while dealing with a Grade 1 left knee sprain. Fantasy managers should continue to be patient with Springer. The injuries continue to pile up for him, but Springer has been a reliable bat when he's on the field.

Toronto Blue Jays outfielder George Springer (knee) was placed on the 10-day injured list on Tuesday. The 31-year-old outfielder signed a massive extension with the organization over the offseason, but has played in a total of 49 games this season. That good news is, Springer suffered a Grade 1 left knee sprain. That is the lowest grade for a sprain, but he'll likely still be sidelined for a few weeks. Fantasy managers should assume that Springer is going to be out until at least the end of August.

Toronto Blue Jays outfielder George Springer (knee) has been placed on the 10-day injured list with a left knee sprain, according to Kaitlyn McGrath of The Athletic. Springer was held out of the lineup on Sunday with what was originally believed to be an ankle issue after suffering the injury on Saturday. It had been reported that he was making improvements on Monday, but now according to manager Charlie Montoyo there's no set timetable for his return to action. This is a big blow to his value in what has been an injury-plagued season in 2021, in which he's been limited to 49 games where he's slashing .269/.362/.610 with 16 homers, two steals, 35 RBI and 40 runs scored. Managers should stash him on the injured list, but be prepared for him to not return in time to make an impact in fantasy this year.

Toronto Blue Jays outfielder George Springer (ankle) is showing improvement after exiting Saturday's game early, according to Kaitlyn McGrath of The Athletic. Springer had tweaked his ankle in the outfield on Saturday, and according to manager Charlie Montoyo he will receive treatment on his ankle during the team's off-day Monday, and they'll see how he's feeling on Tuesday. This is good news for managers, as it doesn't appear to be a serious issue that will keep Springer out for a lengthy amount of time. Consider him day-to-day for now, and keep an eye out on the lineup for Tuesday's series opener with the Nationals.