Blue Jays' Anthony Santander Receives PRP Injection, Out Several Days

Toronto Blue Jays outfielder Anthony Santander has received a platelet-rich plasma (PRP) injection in his injured left shoulder, necessitating a 5-to-7 day rest period before he can resume throwing and ramping up baseball activities. Santander, who has struggled offensively this season with a .179 batting average and six home runs, was placed on the 10-day injured list due to left shoulder inflammation after suffering an injury in early May. The PRP injection aims to accelerate his recovery, but the Blue Jays are expected to be cautious with his return given the significant investment they made in signing him to a five-year, $92.5-million contract. While he likely won't return immediately after his IL stint, there is hope he could rejoin the team by the end of June, potentially starting with a minor-league rehab assignment. The Blue Jays' offense has underperformed this season, and Santander's health and performance are seen as critical to their ability to contend. With other outfielders also injured, players like Addison Barger and Nathan Lukes are receiving more playing time in his absence.