Who replaces a potentially injured Springer?
The Blue Jays’ ALCS Game 7 hero left the game wincing immediately after an awkward swing in the seventh inning.
Springer, whose OPS — a catch-all stat used by many as the biggest indicator of hitting success — was third in the MLB, behind only Ohtani and Aaron Judge. He won’t be easily replaced.
Toronto could play it by matchups, picking and choosing hitters by situation for the rest of this game.
France, a right-handed first baseman, got the first opportunity to pinch hit for Springer, but he struck out.
Since Springer has been playing DH, the Jays have a little more flexibility if he ultimately needs to be replaced on the roster entirely. Joey Loperfido, a left-handed outfielder, came in late during the ALCS and might stand as the likely choice.
