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MLB outfielder Anthony Santander faces backlash over Abdul El-Sayed video, Blue Jays respond

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Avila, A. (2026, November 6). MLB outfielder Anthony Santander faces backlash over Abdul El-Sayed video, Blue Jays respond. Fox News. https://www.foxnews.com/outkick-sports/mlb-outfielder-anthony-santander-faces-backlash-abdul-el-sayed-video-blue-jays-respond

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Toronto Blue Jays outfielder Anthony Santander faced backlash after posting videos questioning the influence of Sharia law and Islam, specifically targeting Michigan’s newly elected Democratic senator Abdul El-Sayed. The incident prompted calls for disciplinary action but the team responded by stating that individual comments do not reflect organizational values while emphasizing inclusivity. Santander’s contract includes $57 million remaining over three years following a significant injury absence in 2026.

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Toronto Blue Jays outfielder Anthony Santander faced backlash after sharing two political videos on social media. The first clip claimed Islam was "driven by war" and questioned the existence of kind Muslims. The second video criticized Michigan's newly elected Democratic U.S. Senator Abdulrahim El-Sayed, questioning his stance on Sharia law and its alignment with the U.S. Constitution. Santander deleted both posts following the negative reaction. As a Venezuelan native who witnessed political changes in his home country, Santander felt justified in raising questions about ideological shifts. However, critics argue that similar scrutiny would not be directed at videos targeting Christianity, highlighting a perceived double standard in handling such issues.

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nobody gets a pass in American politics, and asking how a newly elected leader views the law is entirely legitimate.

right defends questioning of newly elected officials' religious beliefs
It is also hard to imagine Santander facing anywhere near this level of pushback had the video targeted Christianity, but that selective outrage is nothing new.

right criticizes perceived bias in media and public reaction towards criticism of Islam
mainstream media coverage avoids the political question entirely and uses the preacher's remarks to dismiss any scrutiny of newly elected lawmakers and mock Santander for objecting.

right criticizes mainstream media for dismissing legitimate questions about new lawmakers

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