Blue Jays recall outfielder Jonatan Clase as George Springer placed on paternity list

Toronto Blue Jays designated hitter George Springer (4) runs home after hitting a triple on an in-field home run after a fielding error by New York Mets' A.J. Ewing during first inning American League MLB baseball action in Toronto, Monday, June 29, 2026. THE CANADIAN PRESS/Nathan Denette

TORONTO — The Toronto Blue Jays have recalled outfielder Jonatan Clase from triple-A Buffalo.

In a corresponding move, George Springer was placed on the paternity list.

Clase will be active for Toronto’s series finale against the New York Mets on Wednesday.

He has five home runs and 23 RBI in 53 games, along with a .223 batting average with Buffalo on the year.

Springer, meanwhile, has batted .221 with eight homers and 21 RBI in 63 games.

This report by The Canadian Press was first published July 1, 2026.