# Anthony Santander breaks silence on Islamophobic posts in wake of Abdul El-Sayed’s midterms win

- URL: https://talkfuse.com/story/anthony-santander-breaks-silence-on-islamophobic-posts-in-wake-of-abdul-el-sayeds-midterms-win/
- Published: 2026-11-14T03:26:32+00:00
- Updated: 2026-11-14T04:24:45+00:00
- Original publisher: New York Post (publisher lean: Right)
- Original article: https://nypost.com/2026/11/13/sports/blue-jays-anthony-santander-breaks-silence-on-islamophobic-posts/
- Topics: Elections, Politics, World

## Key points

- Santander apologised for sharing anti-Islam posts.
- The Blue Jays condemned Islamophobia and spoke with Muslim community leaders.
- He missed the 2026 season and is in year three of a $92.5 million deal.

## Summary

Toronto Blue Jays outfielder Anthony Santander has apologised for sharing Islamophobic posts after Abdul El-Sayed won a US Senate seat in Michigan. He said the posts caused hurt and fell short of his own beliefs, and affirmed his respect for Muslims and people of every faith and background.

The posts included claims that “America voted for Sharia” and that Islam was not peaceful. The Blue Jays distanced themselves from the comments, while general manager Ross Atkins reprimanded Santander and team president Mark Shapiro said the club had met with Muslim community leaders and condemned hate. Santander, 32, missed the 2026 season through injury and is entering the third year of a five-year, $92.5 million contract.

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