In the countdown to the end of the regular season, the Toronto Blue Jays will be without shortstop Bo Bichette for at least the next 10 days after he was officially placed on the injured list with a left knee sprain. The designation was made on Tuesday, retroactive to September 7, as the team looks to protect its narrow lead in the American League East.

To fill his spot on the roster, Toronto recalled outfielder Joey Loperfido from Triple-A Buffalo. Loperfido, who has appeared in 30 games this season, entered Tuesday’s lineup against the Houston Astros, batting eighth and starting in left field. Ernie Clement will continue handling shortstop duties, while Daulton Varsho moved into the cleanup spot in the batting order. Expand Tweet

The decision followed a difficult weekend series

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