TORONTO – Matt Chapman returns to the Toronto Blue Jays’ lineup.
Chapman has been activated from the 10-day injured list and will bat sixth in the Blue Jays lineup as they host the Texas Rangers on Thursday. Chapman went on the injured list on Aug. 28 with a sprained right middle finger after trapping it between a dumbbell and a weight rack.
“He’s a key part of our team and we’re thrilled to have him back,” said Toronto manager John Schneider. “His energy is infectious and beneficial for the entire group.
“We’re excited to see him out there every day.”
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The third baseman had a batting average of .248 with 15 home runs before his injury. Despite the extended period away, he still leads the team with 36 doubles.
Chapman is renowned for his exceptional defense, earning three Gold Glove Awards (2018, 2019, 2021) and two Platinum Glove Awards (2018, 2019). His defensive skills have given him a 4.0 Wins Above Replacement (WAR), a statistic that measures a player’s value compared to a replacement
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