George Springer has played a key role in the Toronto Blue Jays ’ success this season. Springer and the Blue Jays caught fire at the end of June and quickly overtook the New York Yankees for the division lead. Unfortunately, Toronto lost Springer to a concussion when a 96 mph sinker got away from Baltimore Orioles’ rookie Kade Strowd on July 28.

The pitch ran up and in, ricochetting off Springer’s shoulder and making contact with his batting helmet. The four-time All-Star was placed on the seven-day IL with a head injury. On Wednesday, a little over two weeks after the incident, Springer cleared the concussion protocol . It’s the first step in his eventual return to the lineup. He’ll begin a rehab assignment soon, which will likely include multiple games.

“I had days where I felt

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