Blue Jays say RF Anthony Santander’s anti-Muslim posts do not represent the team’s values
The team said the posts do not reflect its values as fans and Muslim advocacy groups criticized the remarks and called for an apology.
- Toronto Blue Jays outfielder Anthony Santander shared Islamophobic videos on his Instagram Story following Tuesday's U.S. elections, sparking widespread online outrage and criticism from fans.
- One video from The American Truth Project claimed elected Muslim politicians are radicals seeking to impose Sharia law; a Christian minister in a separate clip described Islam as "violent" and "driven by war."
- A Blue Jays spokesperson addressed the controversy, stating, "Individual comments do not represent our organization's values and beliefs," while emphasizing the club's commitment to inclusivity for all fans.
- Santander, a 32-year-old Venezuelan who signed a $92.5 million contract ahead of 2025, missed the entire 2026 season following shoulder surgery after appearing in only 54 games.
- Although the player deleted the content after receiving backlash, screenshots of the posts went viral on social media, drawing sustained criticism from fans who called the rhetoric harmful.
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Jays issue statement on Anthony Santander’s anti-Muslim posts
WASHINGTON: After Toronto outfielder Anthony Santander shared a series of anti-Muslim videos on his social media account, the Blue Jays issued a statement Thursday distancing the team from the right fielder’s posts. The Islamophobic posts on his Instagram story included a video, which was taken down Thursday morning, claiming that “America voted for Sharia Last Night!” with an image of Michigan senator-elect Abdul El-Sayed, according to rep…
The 32-year-old Venezuelan remains in Toronto through a five-season contract and $92.5 million
Blue Jays player faces backlash after reposting Islamophobic content on social media following U.S. midterms
Community organizations and advocates are speaking out after Anthony Santander of the Toronto Blue Jays posted anti-Muslim content on social media following the U.S. midterm elections.
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