Blue Jays’ Brandon Belt out for spring training game vs. Tigers

Toronto Blue Jays first baseman Brandon Belt, left, smiles as he talks with a member of the Blue Jays training staff during baseball spring training in Dunedin, Fla., on Tuesday, February 21, 2023. (Nathan Denette/CP)

Toronto Blue Jays first baseman Brandon Belt won’t play Saturday’s Grapefruit League game against the Detroit Tigers because of a non-COVID illness.

With Belt’s absence, Cavan Biggio slides over to cover first base and Santiago Espinal slots into second base.

Daulton Varsho moves into the clean-up spot in Belt’s place.

The Blue Jays open their season on Thursday in St. Louis against the Cardinals.

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