Toronto Blue Jays outfielder Anthony Santander has deleted social media posts that were criticized as anti-Muslim, according to reports. The posts drew widespread attention and confusion from fans in Toronto and across the United States.
The controversy emerged on Saturday, November 7, 2026, when Santander's social media activity prompted public scrutiny. The specific content of the posts was not detailed in initial reports, but they were characterized as containing anti-Muslim sentiment.
Santander, who signed with the Blue Jays as a free agent, has not issued a public statement addressing the deleted posts as of the time of reporting. The team has also not released an official comment on the matter.
The incident adds to a series of cases in professional sports where athletes' social media histories have come under examination for offensive or discriminatory content.
