The Toronto Blue Jays secured a 3-2 victory over the Houston Astros on Tuesday night, thanks to a dominant performance from starting pitcher Jose Berrios. The win was crucial for the Blue Jays, who are currently fighting for a spot in the playoffs.
Berrios, who was acquired by the Blue Jays in a trade with the Minnesota Twins earlier this season, was outstanding on the mound. He pitched seven innings, allowing just two runs on four hits while striking out six batters. His performance was particularly impressive given that he was facing one of the best offenses in baseball.
The Blue Jays got on the board early, scoring two runs in the first inning thanks to a two-run homer from Teoscar Hernandez. They added another run in the fourth inning when Lourdes Gurriel Jr. hit an RBI single.
The Astros tried to mount a comeback in the sixth inning, scoring two runs off Berrios. However, the Blue Jays’ bullpen was able to shut them down for the rest of the game, securing the victory.
The win was a big boost for the Blue Jays, who are currently in a tight race for a playoff spot. They are currently sitting in fourth place in the American League East, just one game behind the Boston Red Sox for the second wild card spot.
Berrios’ performance was particularly encouraging for the Blue Jays, as he has struggled at times since joining the team. However, he has shown flashes of brilliance, and if he can continue to pitch like he did on Tuesday night, he could be a key factor in the Blue Jays’ playoff push.
Overall, it was a well-deserved victory for the Blue Jays, who played solid baseball throughout the game. With just a few weeks left in the regular season, every win is crucial, and the Blue Jays will be looking to build on this momentum as they continue their push for the playoffs.
