Toronto Blue Jays apologize after Muslim community outcry over Anthony Santander's Instagram posts
Anthony Santander has not apologized after sharing posts called Islamophobic, leaving the Toronto Blue Jays to issue a corporate apology on his behalf.
TL;DR
- The Toronto Blue Jays apologized to the Muslim community for outfielder Anthony Santander's alleged Islamophobic Instagram posts.
- The team met with leaders from Toronto's Muslim communities to listen and learn about the harm caused by the posts.
- The Blue Jays condemned Islamophobia and all forms of hate, and pledged to work with Muslim community leaders against hate.
- Santander shared third-party Instagram stories critical of a progressive Democrat who won Michigan's U.S. Senate race, including content that stated 'Islam is not peaceful.'
- Santander deleted the posts two days later, but has not issued a personal apology or commented publicly.
- While community groups called for action, the Blue Jays' statement did not mention any discipline for Santander.
- No fine, suspension, or roster move has been announced by the Blue Jays or Major League Baseball, potentially due to Santander's remaining $49 million contract.