The Toronto Blue Jays have the best record in the American League entering Thursday’s slate of games, owning a 70–51 record and a 4.5-game lead in the division over the Boston Red Sox.

George Springer missed the Toronto Blue Jays’ past 16 games after sustaining a concussion when he was struck by a pitch before the trade deadline.

One element to this turn-around may be Springer’s increased usage as a designated hitter, as he has already set a new career high for DH days by appearing 52 times at the position, as opposed to 45 a...