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Blue Jays' Addison Barger to undergo elbow surgery

6 sourcesUpdated Jul 24, 2026

Toronto Blue Jays outfielder Addison Barger will undergo season-ending right elbow surgery, ending his 2026 campaign. Reports suggest he could either have a full Tommy John procedure, with a nine-month rehab, or an internal brace with about six months to return, though the exact route hasn’t been confirmed. Barger has already dealt with multiple injuries this season and is on the 60-day injured list, missing significant time after earlier ankle and back issues. He finishes the year with limited playing time and a modest production line, following a previous season in which he posted 21 home runs and 74 RBI. Managers and reporters from MLB.com, TSN, and Sportsnet have circulated updates, underscoring the uncertainty around the surgery choice and timing. The team and the league will be watching closely as rehab plans unfold for what could be a lengthy recovery.

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CTV NewsCenterBlue Jays’ Barger to have surgery, miss rest of season with elbow injury

brandonsun.comOtherBlue Jays: Addison Barger's season officially ended by surgery on right elbow

tsn.caOtherBarger to have surgery, miss rest of season with elbow injury

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