Giménez back in Blue Jays infield

AMERICAN LEAGUE

Toronto Blue Jays
NEWS: Toronto reinstated 2B Andrés Giménez from the 15-day IL and C Tommy Heineman from the
7-day IL; Michael Stefanic and Ali Sánchez were each designated for assignment in corresponding
moves. 
IMPACT: High
BHQ SPIN: The Jays welcome back Giménez to the active roster after he missed nearly a month with a
quad strain. He has struggled thus far in his first season with Toronto, batting just .195. Most of his
underlying metrics are within his career averages and while his xBA is .244, a 22 h% is the culprit for the
sub .200 BA. Giménez should resume his regular workload at second base which could put some playing
time in jeopardy for Ernie Clement despite his versatility. Heineman will reprise his backup...

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