‘Deeply disappointing’: Ross Atkins weighs in on Santander’s anti-Muslim posts
Toronto Blue Jays general manager Ross Atkins says it’s “concerning” and “deeply disappointing” that outfielder Anthony Santander posted anti-Muslim videos on his social media feed. Speaking to reporters Tuesday at the Major League Baseball GM meetings, Atkins said “there really aren’t words to express my level of disappointment.” “I’ve expressed that to him. I think […]
Toronto Blue Jays GM Ross Atkins expressed “concern” and “deep disappointment” over outfielder Anthony Santander's recent posting of anti-Muslim videos on social media. At a Major League Baseball GM meeting, Atkins said, "There really aren't words to express my level of disappointment." He spoke to Santander about his comments, emphasizing the harm they could cause and the responsibility that comes with being a public figure.
Atkins also addressed Santander's lack of awareness regarding his influential position, stating, "We’re working exceptionally hard internally to ensure, and we have been, that it’s a safe environment, that baseball is for everyone. It’s very important to us. It’s a part of our organizational values, and his behaviour did not align with that."
When asked whether Santander would address his comments, Atkins replied, "I told him that I thought he needed to and that he should." However, as of November 10, 2026, Santander had not yet addressed the posts, having only deleted them.
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