The Toronto Blue Jays secured a 9-5 victory against the Atlanta Braves, knocking them out of the wild card spot in a thrilling game on Tuesday night.
The Blue Jays’ offense was led by the dynamic duo of Lourdes Gurriel Jr. and Vladimir Guerrero Jr., who both hit home runs in the first inning. Gurriel Jr. continued his hot streak, hitting his 10th home run in the last 13 games.
But it was the stellar pitching of Ross Stripling and the timely hitting of Randal Grichuk, who hit a two-run homer in the seventh inning, that ultimately sealed the win for the Blue Jays.
The Braves, who were fighting for a spot in the playoffs, were unable to keep up with the Blue Jays’ strong performance. Despite a late rally in the ninth inning, the Braves were unable to overcome the deficit.
The Blue Jays’ victory not only secured their spot in the wild card race, but also knocked the Braves out of contention. This marks the first time since 2016 that the Braves will not be making an appearance in the playoffs.
The Blue Jays’ manager, Charlie Montoyo, praised his team’s resilience and determination in the face of a tough opponent. “We knew this was a crucial game for both teams, and our players stepped up and delivered when it mattered most,” he said.
The Blue Jays will look to continue their winning streak as they face off against the Baltimore Orioles on Wednesday night. With only a few games left in the regular season, every win is crucial for the Blue Jays as they fight for a spot in the playoffs.
