Toronto Blue Jays Utility Player Gets Good X-Ray Results, Now Day-to-Day with Hand Injury

Addison Barger, who was hit by a pitch from Garrett Crochet of the Boston Red Sox on Sunday, is set to return to the lineup later this week.

Toronto Blue Jays third baseman Addison Barger (47) hits a single against the Boston Red Sox in the second inning at Rogers Centre in 2024. / Dan Hamilton-Imagn Images

Addison Barger, who is trying to carve out a role with the Toronto Blue Jays, got good results on Sunday night when the X-rays on his hand came back negative.

According to Shi Davidi of Sportsnet, he's listed as day-to-day.

Addison Barger is good," said John Schneider, "but "but a little swollen and he had a little bit of a blood blister" after getting hit on the hand yesterday by Garrett Crochet. "He's going to try to hit today and see how he is tomorrow. Day-to-day."

Addison Barger is good," said John Schneider, "but "but a little swollen and he had a little bit of a blood blister" after getting hit on the hand yesterday by Garrett Crochet. "He's going to try to hit today and see how he is tomorrow. Day-to-day."

— Shi Davidi (@ShiDavidi) February 24, 2025

The 25-year-old Barger made his major league debut last season for the Jays, hitting .197 in 69 games. He popped seven homers and drove in 28 runs.

Barger figures to battle Gold Glove finalist Ernie Clement and former top prospect Orelvis Martinez for time at third base. If he's unable to claim the starting job at third base, he could be an option in the outfield and serve as a utility specialist.

The Blue Jays are coming off a season in which they finished 74-88 and in last place in the American League East. However, they feel better about their chances this season. The group added power to their lineup by signing Anthony Santander, formerly of the Baltimore Orioles. He hit 44 homers for Baltimore last season and has been one of the most productive hitters in baseball over the last three years.

Furthermore, the Jays added power to their bullpen by bringing back Yimi Garcia and by signing Jeff Hoffman to a three-year deal. They traded for Andres Gimenez, formerly of the Cleveland Guardians, who is one of the best defenders in all of baseball. They also signed future Hall of Famer Max Scherzer, who should help strengthen the rotation as long as he is healthy.

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