Jose Bautista Injury: Updates on Blue Jays Star's Thigh and Return

Toronto Blue Jays outfielder Jose Bautista was pulled against the Baltimore Orioles on June 9 with tightness in his right thigh. However, he is ready to return.

Continue for updates.

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Bautista Active vs. Phillies

Monday, June 13

Sports anchor Hazel Mae noted Bautista is serving as the designated hitter and batting leadoff against the Philadelphia Phillies.

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Gibbons Comments on Bautista's Injury

Friday, June 10

"We don't think it's a big deal. ... It might require a day or two off," said Blue Jays manager John Gibbons on MLB Network Radio.

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Bautista Timeline for Recovery Revealed

Thursday, June 9

TSN's Scott MacArthur reported Bautista is day-to-day with thigh tightness.

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Bautista Off to Rough Start in 2016

The 35-year-old slugger has rarely been consistent at the plate this season but has been available on a regular basis. Bautista has appeared in all but one game—and missed that contest due to a suspension that stemmed from his altercation with Rougned Odor.

However, it's hardly been a banner year for the six-time All-Star. Bautista entered Thursday batting just .227 and has recorded a .360 on-base percentage while tallying 12 home runs and 39 RBI. That said, he does lead all American League players with 45 walks.

If Bautista is forced to miss time, Ezequiel Carrera projects as his primary replacement in right field. Over the course of 69 plate appearances to date, Carrera is batting .344 with a .391 on-base percentage, one home run and three RBI.