Blue Jays catcher Alejandro Kirk out with left thumb fracture as injuries pile up
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By Dylan Svoboda
Published on April 5, 2026.
The Toronto Blue Jays are dealing with another injury to their catcher, Alejandro Kirk, who has been placed on the injured list after dislocating and breaking his left thumb during a game against the White Sox. Kirk is set to consult a specialist to determine if surgery is needed. Despite the injury, Kirk remains one of the best backstops in baseball, making two All-Star appearances and winning the 2022 Silver Slugger since taking over full-time behind the plate four years ago. This injury adds to a long list of injuries the team is dealing with during the early 2026 season.
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