Alejandro Kirk
Breakdown
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August 10, 2026
Taking seat Monday
Kirk is not in the lineup for Monday's game against the Red Sox.
Analysis
Kirk is receiving a routine day of rest during the series opener versus Boston. Brandon Valenzuela will grab the start at catcher and will bat ninth for the Blue Jays.
August 8, 2026
Getting rest Saturday
Kirk isn't in the starting lineup Saturday versus Philadelphia.
Analysis
Kirk will begin on the bench after starting both Thursday and Friday, going 4-for-8 with three RBI in that pair of contests. Brandon Valenzuela is getting a turn behind the plate in Kirk's stead.
August 5, 2026
Out of starting nine
Kirk is absent from the lineup for Wednesday's game against Houston.
Analysis
Despite recording at least one hit in 10 of his last 11 games, Kirk will sit out Wednesday's series finale. Brandon Valenzuela will be behind the plate and bat fifth for Toronto.