PT TODAY: Saunders out at least six more weeks

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Blue Jays | Michael Saunders bone bruise confirmed
Toronto Blue Jays OF Michael Saunders (knee) had his bone bruise confirmed, and doctors said his body needs a conservative six weeks to acclimate to the loss of the meniscus.  Source: Sportsnet.ca - Shi Davidi
 
BHQ take: With Saunders only tallying 31 AB this season, and José Bautista (shoulder) unable to play RF since April 21, TOR has been making do with the playing time gainers listed below to cover the OF. Kevin Pillar, with a team-high 113 AB over the last 31 days may be wearing down, as evidenced by a .221/.264/.301 line over that period. Fortunately

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