Blue Jays reliever is taking time away from the team after his four year-old-son Toby was struck by a car, manager John Schneider announced this morning ( ). The accident occurred on Sunday in the Clearwater area. Toby was Chicago Cubs Jersey airlifted to a local hospital. Schneider said that Toby is on the road to recovery but understandably didnt provide many specifics. Swanson will be away from the team to be with his family. The guys have been great. Erik and his wife Madison are very thankful for the support. And were going to continue to give it as long as we need to, Schneider told reporters. Again, baseball is secondary when youre talking about family and life. Were going to continue to support him. The guys have been absolutely phenomenal with him so far and you cant forget about players wives and significant others that have reached out as well. Its been a rough couple of days, but its really, really nice to see the support for Erik. The Blue Jays released a brief statement sending love, support and prayers (to) the entire Swanson family. MLBTR joins countle s others throughout the game in sending our best wishes to the Swanson family. Toronto acquired Swanson from the Mariners last offseason. He turned in a 2.96 ERA in 66 2/3 innings during his first season with the club. Ryne Sandberg Jersey
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