The Toronto Blue Jays' injury woes continue, as promising young talent Addison Barger has been placed back on the 10-day injured list after appearing in just one game following a month-long absence. The move, announced Monday, is a brutal setback for both the player and the team.

Barger, who had been sidelined with an ankle injury, made his highly anticipated return on Saturday, May 9, against the Los Angeles Angels. In that game, he went 0-for-3 but showed flashes of his elite arm strength, uncorking a 101.2 mph throw from the outfield to cut down a runner at home plate. It was the kind of play that reminds everyone why he's considered a key part of Toronto's future.

But just two days later, the Blue Jays announced Barger is heading back to the IL—this time with right elbow inflammation, retroactive to May 10. It's a crushing turn of events for a player who has already endured a nightmare season at the plate, posting a .045 batting average and a .305 OPS across his limited big-league appearances.

The Blue Jays have been decimated by injuries this season, with key arms like Cody Ponce, Shane Bieber, Max Scherzer, and José Berríos all spending significant time on the shelf, alongside catcher Alejandro Kirk. Barger's situation is particularly heartbreaking, as he worked hard through a minor league rehab assignment to get back to the majors, only to be sidelined again after a single game.

To fill Barger's roster spot, Toronto has called up Yohendrick Pinango. For Barger, it's another long road to recovery ahead—and another tough chapter in what has been a grueling season for the Blue Jays.