Blue Jays distance themselves from OF Anthony Santander's anti-Islam Instagram posts
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Key Points:
- The Toronto Blue Jays distanced themselves from anti-Islam Instagram posts shared by outfielder Anthony Santander, emphasizing that his views do not reflect the organization's values of inclusivity.
- Santander posted two reels on his Instagram story after the U.S. midterm elections, which included claims linking Muslims to Sharia law and negative statements about Muslims; these posts were later removed.
- Santander, a Venezuelan-born player, signed a five-year, $92.5 million contract with the Blue Jays after the 2024 season but has played limited games due to a shoulder injury requiring surgery.
- The Blue Jays highlighted their commitment to creating an inclusive environment for all fans, noting Toronto's significant Muslim population of 9.6% as per the 2021 Canadian census.
- Santander has three guaranteed seasons left on his contract, with salaries ranging from $15.5 million to $19.2 million and a $15 million team option for 2030, despite not having played in the current MLB season due to injury.
