Cavan Biggio

Cavan Biggio (elbow/back/neck) will resume his rehab assignment with Triple-A Buffalo on Tuesday, Hazel Mae of Sportsnet reports.

Fantasy Impact

Biggio hit the injured list with back and neck issues in early August and then sprained his left UCL in a rehab game. Fantasy managers should continue to monitor the progress of the 26-year-old infielder who looks to be finally on the path to playing again.

Toronto Blue Jays infielder Cavan Biggio (elbow, neck) was diagnosed with a sprained UCL in his left elbow and is “week-to-week.”

Fantasy Impact

Biggio has been sidelined since August 2 with neck and elbow injuries. The 26-year-old could return by early September, but it’s been a lost season for Biggio. He’s struggled most of this year, slashing .215/.316/.350 with seven home runs, 26 RBI, and three stolen bases over 289 plate appearances in 2021. Fantasy managers outside of dynasty and deep-league formats can move on from the Blue Jays infielder.

Toronto Blue Jays infielder Cavan Biggio (neck, back) won't be activated from the 10-day injured list until he gets going in the minors.

Fantasy Impact

Biggio is hitless with six strikeouts over his last 11 plate appearances in Triple-A Buffalo. Position players can be on rehab assignments for 20 days; Biggio could be optioned if he cannot turn things around. The 26-year-old has struggled mightily this season, slashing .215/.316/.350 with seven home runs, 26 RBI, and three stolen bases over 289 plate appearances. Fantasy managers in standard re-draft leagues can move from Biggio, but he remains a strong option in dynasty and OBP formats.

Cavan Biggio (back, neck) began a minor league rehab assignment with Triple-A Buffalo on Thursday.

Fantasy Impact

Biggio went 0-for-1 with two walks and a run scored. He's nearing a return to the Blue Jays' lineup within the coming days.

The Toronto Blue Jays placed infielder Cavan Biggio (back, neck) on the 10-day injured list with back/neck problems.

Fantasy Impact

According to manager Charles Montoyo, Biggio was dealing with back and neck problems, and Toronto placed him on the 10-day injured list Tuesday. The Blue Jays are hoping Biggio will be available when first eligible on August 13. Outfielder Corey Dickerson (foot) was activated from the IL in a corresponding move. Dickerson will make his Blue Jays debut and is expected to be in Tuesday’s lineup.