Blue Jays call up OF Nathan Lukes, option Addison Barger to Triple-A

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Toronto Blue Jays outfielder Nathan Lukes reacts after his double against the Detroit Tigers during the second inning of a spring training baseball game Saturday, March 4, 2023, in Lakeland, Fla. (Chris O'Meara/AP)
Toronto Blue Jays outfielder Nathan Lukes reacts after his double against the Detroit Tigers during the second inning of a spring training baseball game Saturday, March 4, 2023, in Lakeland, Fla. (Chris O'Meara/AP)

The Toronto Blue Jays officially called up outfielder Nathan Lukes from triple-A Buffalo on Friday, ahead of their three-game series against the Washington Nationals.

In a corresponding move, utility player Addison Barger was optioned to the Buffalo Bisons.

Lukes had a solid showing in spring training but did not make the Opening Day roster.

The 29-year-old has posted a .284/.348/.432 slashline, with three home runs and 13 RBI in 20 appearances with the triple-A Buffalo Bisons this year.

Lukes was selected in the seventh round of the 2015 MLB draft by Cleveland.

Barger, 24, appeared in five games for the Blue Jays during his stint in the big league, with one run and one hit in 18 at-bats.

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