Santander apologizes for Islamophobic posts after Blue Jays outreach

Santander apologizes for Islamophobic posts after Blue Jays outreach

Anthony Santander posted an Instagram apology on 14 November, after sharing videos that disparaged Islam, addressing the Muslim community in Toronto, according to The New York Times. The apology came after the player was asked to speak publicly about the controversy by the Toronto Blue Jays organization.

On 12 November, Blue Jays president Mark Shapiro said the team had apologized to Muslim fans and would work with community leaders, Global News reported. The organization also reiterated its commitment to inclusion and condemned all forms of hate.

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Blue Jays outfielder Anthony Santander apologizes for Islamophobic social media posts
Blue Jays outfielder Anthony Santander apologizes for Islamophobic social media posts

New York Post • 14 Nov 03:26

Anthony Santander issued an apology for sharing anti-Islam content online, and the Toronto Blue Jays organization reiterated its commitment to inclusion after the controversy.

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November 13, 2026
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Blue Jays outfielder Anthony Santander apologizes for Islamophobic Instagram posts
Blue Jays outfielder Anthony Santander apologizes for Islamophobic Instagram posts

The New York Times • 13 Nov 22:12

Anthony Santander issued an Instagram apology after sharing videos that disparaged Islam, prompting a response from the Toronto Blue Jays organization.

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Blue Jays outfielder Anthony Santander apologizes for sharing Islamophobic videos
Blue Jays outfielder Anthony Santander apologizes for sharing Islamophobic videos

CityNews Toronto • 13 Nov 21:44

Anthony Santander issued an apology after posting Islam-related videos on social media, and the Blue Jays organization said it will work with Muslim leaders to combat hate.

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Blue Jays outfielder Anthony Santander apologizes for sharing anti-Muslim posts
Blue Jays outfielder Anthony Santander apologizes for sharing anti-Muslim posts

CBC • 13 Nov 21:37

Anthony Santander issued an apology after posting anti-Muslim content on social media, acknowledging the need for greater care in his public communications.

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Blue Jays issue apology to Muslim community over outfielder's anti-Muslim posts
Blue Jays issue apology to Muslim community over outfielder's anti-Muslim posts

Global News • 13 Nov 14:31

Toronto Blue Jays president Mark Shapiro said the organization apologized to Muslim fans after outfielder Anthony Santander shared Islamophobic content on social media, and the team pledged to work with community leaders.

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Blue Jays issue apology to Muslim community after outfielder's Islamophobic posts
Blue Jays issue apology to Muslim community after outfielder's Islamophobic posts

CP24 • 13 Nov 01:19

Toronto Blue Jays president Mark Shapiro said the organization apologizes to Muslim fans for anti-Muslim content shared by outfielder Anthony Santander and pledged to work with community leaders to combat hate.

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