The Blue Jays optioned Lukes to Triple-A Buffalo on Thursday.
Analysis: With Matt Chapman (finger) returning from the injured list, Lukes will be pushed off the major-league roster. Lukes boasts an impressive .970 OPS through 203 plate appearances in Triple-A, but he has yet to find the same success in the majors and would likely only return to the big-leagues as bench depth.
Nathan Lukes Up from Triple-A
Lukes was recalled from Triple-A Buffalo prior to Tuesday's game against the Rangers.
Analysis: Lukes is not in Tuesday's lineup against righty Max Scherzer. Spencer Horwitz figures to benefit from Brandon Belt (back spasms) landing on the injured list while Lukes should offer outfield depth in the short term.
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