On Tuesday night, the Toronto Blue Jays took on the Oakland Athletics in a highly anticipated matchup. The Blue Jays came out on top with a final score of 7-3, thanks in large part to the performances of catcher Danny Jansen and third baseman Vladimir Guerrero Jr.
Jansen, who has struggled at the plate for much of the season, had a breakout game. He went 3-for-4 with a home run and three RBIs. His home run came in the bottom of the second inning, giving the Blue Jays an early lead. Jansen’s performance was a welcome sight for Blue Jays fans who have been waiting for him to find his form at the plate.
Guerrero Jr., who has been one of the best hitters in baseball this season, also had a strong game. He went 2-for-4 with a double and two RBIs. Guerrero’s double came in the bottom of the fifth inning, driving in two runs and extending the Blue Jays’ lead to 6-1.
The Blue Jays’ pitching staff also had a solid game. Starter Robbie Ray went six innings, allowing two runs on five hits while striking out eight. Relievers Tim Mayza and Jordan Romano each pitched a scoreless inning to close out the game.
The Athletics, who are currently in a tight race for a playoff spot, struggled to get anything going offensively. They managed just three runs on six hits, with designated hitter Mitch Moreland driving in two of those runs with a home run in the top of the fourth inning.
Overall, it was a strong performance from the Blue Jays. With the win, they improved their record to 71-62 and remain in the hunt for a playoff spot. The Athletics, on the other hand, fell to 74-60 and are now tied with the Seattle Mariners for the second wild card spot in the American League.
The Blue Jays will look to build on their win when they take on the Athletics again on Wednesday night. With just over a month left in the regular season, every game is crucial for both teams as they fight for a spot in the postseason.
