By Canadian Press

Blue Jays third baseman Matt Chapman a late scratch due to viral illness

Apr 13, 2023 | 3:51 PM

Blue Jays third baseman Matt Chapman was scratched from the starting lineup for Thursday’s game against the Detroit Tigers due to a viral illness.

Santiago Espinal replaced him at third base and batted eighth in the lineup.

The Blue Jays announced the news about a half-hour before the start of the three-game series finale at Rogers Centre.

Chapman has a .489 batting average over 12 games this season. He has three homers and 15 RBIs.

This report by The Canadian Press was first published April 13, 2023. 

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