Blue Jays' Chapman returns to lineup after having ingrown toenail removed

Sportsnet Staff @SportsnetJune 07, 2023 - 4:10pm

Toronto Blue Jays' Matt Chapman runs the bases after hitting a solo home run against the Houston Astros during the fourth inning of a baseball game Tuesday, April 18, 2023, in Houston. (Eric Christian Smith/AP)

Toronto Blue Jays third baseman Matt Chapman will return to the team's lineup Wednesday against the Houston Astros.

Chapman was unable to play Tuesday after having an ingrown toenail removed Monday night.

Chapman, 30, has played in 60 games this season, slashing .281/.362/.487 with eight home runs and an American League-best 22 doubles.

Tyler Heineman will catch Chris Bassitt and be behind the plate for the second time in the series against the Astros.

You can watch the Blue Jays take on the Astros live on Sportsnet and SN NOW at 7 p.m. ET / 4 p.m. PT.

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