When George Springer could return to Blue Jays’ World Series lineup

Toronto Blue Jays outfielder George Springer will miss Game 5 of the World Series on Wednesday night. The clutch hitter did not play in Game 4 after being removed with an injury in Game 3. With a day off on Thursday, it seems the best option is for him to return on Friday for Game 6 in Toronto, according to Bob Nightengale.

“George Springer left out of the Blue Jays’ lineup but with an off-day Thursday, they are optimistic he’ll be back in lineup for Game 6 on Friday,” Nightengale reported.

Springer has been on a tear this postseason. In roughly 14 games, he has collected 14 hits and scored 13 runs, including six doubles, four home runs, five walks, and nine RBIs. His go-ahead three-run home run in Game 7 of the ALCS will be remembered forever. If the Blue Jays win the World Series, it could go down as one of the clutchest hits of all time.

The Blue Jays will need Springer back for Game 6, regardless of the result of Game 5.

Anthony Santander is not part of the World Series roster, so Davis Schneider will fill in. Schneider is set to bat leadoff for Game 5, hoping to ignite the lineup ahead of Vladimir Guerrero Jr.

Guerrero Jr. delivered a big moment in Game 4, smashing a two-run home run off Shohei Ohtani in the third inning, which helped spark the Blue Jays’ big win.

Toronto will face Blake Snell once again in Game 5. Back in the fourth inning of Game 1, Dalton Varsho tied the game with a two-run homer. The Jays then exploded for nine runs in the sixth inning to take control and ultimately win the game.

After the offensive outburst last night, the Blue Jays’ lineup should feel very confident heading into this crucial matchup.
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