The Toronto Blue Jays signed slugger Anthony Santander to a $92.5 million contrac t to give their lineup some extra firepower. However, injuries have taken a major toll on Santander's debut in Toronto .

Now, the outfielder is set to begin a rehab assignment at the Triple-A level on Thursday, via Shi Davidi of Sportsnet. He is poised to be the designated hitter in his first few appearances before advancing to play the outfield corners.

As Toronto watches his rehab assignment, they'll be focusing on Santander's timing. They want to get him back on the diamond, but at the same time they won't risk re-injury. Especially with how much time Santander has been on the shelf. If he is going to make an impact at this point in the season, the Blue Jays are hoping it comes in the postseason.

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