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Blue Jays' García Out for Season; Santander's Rehab Begins

8/30/2025

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Summary

Story summary

Yimi García of the Toronto Blue Jays will have elbow surgery, concluding his season; he recorded a 3.86 ERA and 25 strikeouts in 21 innings.
Outfielder Anthony Santander is set to begin a rehab assignment soon, with a potential return in late September.
Before his injury, Santander had a batting average of .179 with 6 home runs in 50 games.

History

Historical Context

Since the introduction of Tommy John surgery in 1974, it has become a common procedure for MLB pitchers, with about 25% undergoing it annually. This trend reflects a significant shift in sports medicine, as seen in Yimi García's upcoming surgery and Anthony Santander's rehabilitation efforts, highlighting the ongoing challenges players face in maintaining health and performance throughout the season.

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Story summary

Yimi García of the Toronto Blue Jays will have elbow surgery, concluding his season; he recorded a 3.86 ERA and 25 strikeouts in 21 innings.
Outfielder Anthony Santander is set to begin a rehab assignment soon, with a potential return in late September.
Before his injury, Santander had a batting average of .179 with 6 home runs in 50 games.

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