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George Springer capped off a six-year contract with a strong second half

The 2026 season may be the last of George Springer’s career. If so, what a career it was. Many of his best days were before joining the Toronto Blue Jays, but his signing was the turning point for the team…

Published: Saturday, 31 October 2026 at 11:00 PM
George Springer capped off a six-year contract with a strong second half
Key Things to Know
  • George Springer concluded his six-year contract with Toronto by posting a 117 wRC+ after May 18, 2026.
  • A fractured big toe suffered against the Minnesota Twins on April 11 hampered Springer's early-season production.
  • Springer finished the 2026 campaign with 15 home runs across 126 appearances for the Blue Jays.
The Story in 60 Seconds

George Springer completed his six-year, $150 million contract with the Toronto Blue Jays following a resilient second half of the 2026 season. After fracturing his big toe on April 11 against the Minnesota Twins, Springer struggled early before hitting 13 home runs with a .267/.335/.436 slash line across 402 plate appearances from May 18 through the end of the season.

Springer finished the 2026 campaign with 15 home runs and a 105 wRC+ in 126 games before receiving a standing ovation against the Cincinnati Reds on September 27. Writer Cynthia Ryley Delaney argues that Toronto should consider re-signing Springer if he chooses not to retire.

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