# Blue Jays Distance Itself After Santander Social Media Posts

> Blue Jays publicly distance from Anthony Santander's anti-Muslim social media posts.
- Title: Blue Jays Distance Itself After Santander Social Media Posts
- Summary: Blue Jays publicly distance from Anthony Santander's anti-Muslim social media posts.
- Keywords: blue jays, anthony santander, social media posts, islamophobia, canada, mlb, anti muslim posts, muslim community, apology, inclusive experience, EssentiallySports
- Source: EssentiallySports — https://essentiallysports.com/mlb-news-blue-jays-distances-itself-after-anthony-santander-makes-controversial-social-media-posts
- Author: Kapil Manghnani
- Published: 2026-11-07T12:11:28+00:00
- Read time: 1 min
- Topics: blue jays, anthony santander, social media posts, islamophobia, canada, mlb, anti muslim posts, muslim community, apology, inclusive experience, sports
## Blue Jays Sign Santander
Blue Jays signed Anthony Santander in 2024 for a five-year $92.5 million deal.
## Santander's On-Field Struggles
Santander missed 2026 season after shoulder surgery, batting .175 in 54 games.
## Controversial Social Media Posts
Santander reposted video claiming "Islam is not peaceful" and "America voted for Sharia last night".

> Islam is not peaceful
## Team Response
Blue Jays issued statement distancing from posts: "Baseball is for everyone, and the Blue Jays have created an inclusive experience where all fans feel welcome".
## Muslim Community Concerns
Amira Elghawaby called for apology and stronger action against Islamophobia, stating deletion of posts was insufficient.
## Santander's Status
Santander remains under contract with three guaranteed years left on $92.5 million deal.
## Past Player Issues
Blue Jays previously disciplined Kevin Pillar for homophobic slur and Anthony Bass for anti-lgbtq2s+ posts.
## Current Situation
Santander has not publicly addressed backlash or issued apology as of November 6.
## Key takeaway

Blue Jays issued a statement distancing themselves from Anthony Santander's posts claiming Islam is not peaceful and America voted for Sharia, but Muslim community leaders demand an apology and stronger action against Islamophobia.