CLEVELAND – What a difference a year makes. Twelve months ago Jose Reyes spent part of April on the disabled list with a severely sprained left ankle but there was no clear return date in sight. On Saturday, Reyes was back from a strained left hamstring. There was greater clarity this time around. He didnt expect to be out much longer than the 15 days he was required to spend on the disabled list. Turns out he was right. "Real happy just to be back with my teammates, see my guys again," said Reyes. "More happy that Im going to be on the field, playing and doing what I love to do, just play baseball." The Blue Jays technically went 9-7 in Reyes absence but he was a non-factor on Opening Day, reinjuring the hamstring that gave him trouble during spring training while running to first base in his lead off at-bat. In fact, when Reyes took his shortstop position on Saturday afternoon it was his first time in the field this season. For manager John Gibbons, who been able to field his preferred lineup far too infrequently since the start of last year, the return of Reyes means an opportunity to reset the lineup. "Its the way its supposed to look," said Gibbons. "Hopefully he gets us going a little bit more. He adds a little bit more offence. Its good to have him back." Just as Reyes returns, the Jays formally lose Adam Lind through at least April 30 after he was placed on the disabled list with stiffness in his lower back. In steps Juan Francisco, who hit 18 home runs in 348 bats for the Atlanta Braves and Milwuakee Brewers last season. Like Lind, Francisco will be a designated hitter who can spell Edwin Encarnacion at first base. Hell likely start at first base on Sunday. Francisco can play third base in a pinch, although he didnt get the call up for his defence. Since signing a minor league deal with the Blue Jays on April 2 following his spring release by the Brewers, Francisco has posted a .341/.420/.568 slash line with two home runs and 11 RBI for the Triple-A Buffalo Bisons. Blue Jays brass wrestled with the decision, Francisco or Dan Johnson, whos also off to a strong start with Buffalo (.318/.466/.591, three home runs, 10 RBI). "Francisco worked out, he can hit a little bit," said Gibbons. "Hes got some juice in that bat so hopefully he can add something while Lindys out." Its one of baseballs mysteries as to why a guy like Francisco cant find a permanent home in the major leagues. Hes a left-handed bat and while not a batting average or on-base machine, at 26 years old and with his fourth big league Franciscos been around long enough to be, at the very least, a contributor off the bench. "Ive got no idea," said Gibbons. "Guys that make it in the big leagues and establish themselves, there have got to be some opportunities. I know hes had some opportunities but its got to be in the right organization. Theyve got to like you. Theyve got to throw you out there no matter what. But hes got some talent. Hopefully he shows up." DIAZ READY FOR ANYTHING Now that Jose Reyes has returned, Munenori Kawasaki is back in Buffalo, and with the Blue Jays committed to giving Ryan Goins the majority of playing time at second base, especially against right-handed pitching, Jonathan Diaz settles into a utility role. Diaz hasnt played much outfield in his professional career but hes worked hard on the craft during batting practice. "Ive always loved to shag my entire career ever since I can remember," said Diaz. "Every time Im done my ground balls I go out there and power shag and I enjoy it. I feel like thats prepared me throughout my life to be ready for this opportunity." The Blue Jays transferred Maicer Izturis to the 60-day list, formalizing his protracted absence, and despite his selection over Kawasaki, Diaz lamented the tough decisions that had to be made. "I was just saying earlier, were all buddies, we all wish we could all stick around," said Diaz. "Kawasakis such a great teammate but, you know, thats the way the game goes. Luckily I was able to stick around and Im going to go out there and work hard at every position I can because I know Im going to be that guy filling in a role." Nike Air Max Soldes . In the last race before the Sochi Olympics, Bjoergen followed up her win in the 10-kilometre classical race on Saturday by beating World Cup sprint leader Denise Herrmann of Germany by 0.43 seconds for her fifth victory of the season. Nike Air Max Pas Cher . 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The Gunners remained in fourth place in the Premier League, level on points with Manchester City in third and five ahead of Manchester United in fifth, although Louis van Gaals side have a game in hand.Asked if he was anxious about clinching a top-four finish, Wenger replied: Yes, of course. We care about that and we worry about it as well because its a fight. Arsenal manager Arsene Wenger admits he is worried about missing out finishing in the top four after their goalless draw against Sunderland. There are two leagues at the moment: the teams who are taking it a little bit easier - you see some games and you think you would like to play them now, the teams who are safe and are not going for Europe, and then you have the teams who are going for something at the front and the teams who are fighting not to go down, and they are different games.It is frustrating because we play to win the title and the fact that we do not win it is of course frustrating, like it is for many other teams.Arsenal dominated large parts of the game, but couldnt break down a resilient Sunderland side who are fighting for survival.I thought we played well in the first half, played with good domination and created some chances, but unfortunately we didnt take them and in this kind of game you have to [get] in front, Wenger told Sky Sports. Wenger looks on during the game at the Stadium of Light They defennded well in fairness and overall it was a very tight game in the second half.dddddddddddd I believe we had enough chances to win the game but not enough to score today.Its not a result we want, we wanted to win the game but we have to deal with that and focus on the next one, thats all we can do.We have to be more clinical with what we create, the final ball maybe wasnt quick enough at times and our finishing was not the best today. Wilshere set for Euros? Can Jack Wilshere make Englands Euro 2016 squad? Wenger also offered his support to striker Olivier Giroud, who is now without a Premier League goal in 14 games after another frustrating afternoon at the Stadium of Light.In the second half he got stronger, but the team go less forward to him, said Wenger. At the moment we have to support him, strikers live on confidence and the confidence we show in him as well. Jack Wilshere says it felt great to be back on the pitch during Sundays game Both sides had penalty shouts late on in the first half for apparent handballs, but Wenger dismissed the notion that either team should have been awarded a spot-kick.He said: For me none of them were penalties, because it was not deliberate handball. The guy was close to the guy taking the shot and Im against these kind of penalties. Also See: Sunderland out of bottom three Wilshere makes return Sunderland 0-0 Arsenal recap Ozil breaks chances record ' ' '