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Blue Jays Activate Springer From Concussion List and Option Loperfido

Springer returns to lead off against the Rangers after homering in a Triple-A rehab start following his concussion.

Jul 27, 2025; Detroit, Michigan, USA; Toronto Blue Jays outfielder George Springer (4) hits a single in the third inning against the Detroit Tigers at Comerica Park. Mandatory Credit: Rick Osentoski-Imagn Images/File Photo
TORONTO, CANADA - AUGUST 22: Joey Loperfido #9, Daulton Varsho #25 and George Springer #4 of the Toronto Blue Jays celebrate after defeating the Los Angeles Angels at Rogers Centre on August 22, 2024 in Toronto, Canada. (Photo by Kevin Sousa/Getty Images)
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Overview

  • George Springer was activated from the seven-day concussion injured list on August 16 and is available for today’s game against the Texas Rangers.
  • Outfielder Joey Loperfido was optioned to Triple-A Buffalo in the corresponding roster move to make room for Springer.
  • Springer homered in his recent rehab start for Triple-A Buffalo after clearing MLB’s concussion protocol tests.
  • Manager John Schneider indicated Springer will fill the leadoff spot or designated hitter role to leverage his .291/.383/.506 line and 18 homers.
  • Loperfido, who batted .358/.409/.506 over 89 plate appearances, is expected back on the major league roster when it expands on September 1 or if an injury creates an opening.