Kevin Kiermaier

Kevin Kiermaier is not in the Blue Jays’ starting lineup Friday.

Fantasy Impact

The veteran will get a day off, which is a surprise considering the Twins are going with right-hander Joe Ryan Friday. Daulton Varsho will slide over to center field against the Twins.

Kevin Kiermaier is in the Blue Jays lineup on Tuesday.

Fantasy Impact

Kiermaier is back in center field and hitting No. 9 in the lineup. Daulton Varsho is out after starting in center field on Sunday.

Kevin Kiermaier went 1-for-4 with a home run and two RBI in the Blue Jays' 6-3 win over the Nationals.

Fantasy Impact

His performance, highlighted by his first home run of the season, provided a much-needed boost to his otherwise lackluster .197 batting average. Despite the power display, Kiermaier's season has been marred by a high strikeout rate (28.8%) and low walk rate (6.1%), limiting his on-base opportunities. Fantasy managers should view this game as a positive outlier rather than a sign of a turnaround, given his overall weak offensive output this season. His limited stolen base numbers and low wOBA (.240) further cap his fantasy upside.

The Blue Jays placed Kevin Kiermaier on the 10-day IL with left hip flexor inflammation.

Fantasy Impact

Kiermaier was removed from Tuesday’s game with a hip injury. The team recalled Addison Barger from Triple-A Buffalo in a corresponding move.

Kevin Kiermaier was removed from Tuesday’s game due to left hip flexor discomfort.

Fantasy Impact

Kiermaier was replaced in the sixth inning and the team is considering him day-to-day. Fantasy managers should expect the Blue Jays to announce a potential timetable on Wednesday.