Blue Jays scratch George Springer with left shoulder tightness vs. Phillies
Toronto removes leadoff hitter from lineup for second consecutive game due to injury; Guerrero Jr. returns.
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The Toronto Blue Jays scratched outfielder George Springer from their lineup against the Philadelphia Phillies on August 8, 2026, citing left shoulder tightness. Springer was absent for a second consecutive game, while Vladimir Guerrero Jr. returned after a three-game absence. Brett Bateman moved into the leadoff position as the team faced Phillies pitcher Jesus Luzardo.
- George Springer scratched from Blue Jays lineup for second consecutive game due to left shoulder tightness.
- Vladimir Guerrero Jr. returns after three-game absence to face the Phillies.
- Brett Bateman assumes leadoff position in Springer's absence.
How it unfolded
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Event Brett Bateman takes leadoff spot
Brett Bateman moves to leadoff position with Springer remaining out as Blue Jays face Phillies pitcher Jesus Luzardo.
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Report Springer out for second straight game
Multiple sports outlets confirm George Springer is not in Toronto's starting lineup for the second consecutive game, with left shoulder tightness cited as the reason.
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Event Guerrero returns, Springer out
Blue Jays announce Vladimir Guerrero Jr. will return to lineup against Phillies after three-game absence, with George Springer scratched due to left shoulder tightness.
What people are saying verbatim
“Brett Bateman up to leadoff, no George Springer again for Blue Jays as Shane Bieber takes Jesus Luzardo and the Phillies …”
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